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Updated March 21, 2024·
Choosing between the HP EliteBook 845 G9 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 depends on your priorities. If keeping costs down while still getting a solid, reliable machine for everyday tasks is important, then the HP EliteBook may be appealing. However, if you're looking for something that might provide a sturdier build and potentially better keyboard experience, which is often a hallmark of the ThinkPad line, the X13 could be worth the extra investment. Both will handle general business applications well, but for more demanding tasks like 3D work or heavy multitasking, ensure the model you pick has the necessary specs like a powerful processor and ample RAM. The ThinkPad line is also known for its commitment to durability and security, which might tip the scales if those are top concerns. Consider battery life and portability as well; a smaller, lighter laptop is easier to carry, but may have less room for larger batteries that provide longer unplugged usage. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP EliteBook 845 G9
- Good overall display quality
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.7
8.4
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
402.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for general use, while the HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 offers a balanced experience with a strong CPU and adequate RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking with a focus on portability and battery life for on-the-go users, but its screen quality is surpassed by the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, which provides sharper visuals and generally superior keyboard quality for extended typing sessions, though this might come with a slight increase in weight and a trade-off in battery duration. The ThinkPad X13 also excels in handling operating noise and heat, making it a quiet and comfortable choice for intensive tasks, but both laptops offer similar storage capabilities and speaker quality.
Engineering and Design
7.2
8.0
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9, with its robust CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality GPU, ensures smooth performance for demanding engineering software, while its sharp screen enhances the design experience. Conversely, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while also equipped for engineering tasks, stands out for its superior keyboard and portability, making it a comfortable and convenient option for professionals on the move. Both laptops manage operating noise and speaker quality adeptly, but these features are secondary to their core engineering capabilities.
Content Creation
7.6
8.2
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for content creation, while the HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Screen Quality
7.1
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
402.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the HP EliteBook and Lenovo ThinkPad offer screens with good resolution and brightness, ensuring crisp and clear display for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing. In engineering and design tasks, these laptops provide wide color gamuts necessary for accurate color representation which is essential for detailed graphical work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, they fall short as they don't have high refresh rates, which could lead to slower on-screen response times and less smooth visuals during fast-paced activities.
Battery
12.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has 12 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has 8.5 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
13.3in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and HP EliteBook 845 G9 both have very good portability, though the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$740
$1,241
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a price of $740 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 costs $1,241.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.7
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and HP EliteBook 845 G9 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 have integrated graphics, which are generally less powerful than dedicated GPUs, limiting their ability to handle demanding games and 3D tasks smoothly; additionally, their screen refresh rates are not as high as those typically found on gaming-specialized laptops, which can impact the fluidity of fast-paced visuals. While they possess competent CPUs and good screen quality for general use, these laptops might struggle with the high performance and superior visual experience required by serious gamers or professionals in 3D fields.
Software Development
7.7
8.1
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad X13 to be very good for software development, while the HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and HP EliteBook 845 G9 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the HP EliteBook 845 G9 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| HP EliteBook 845 G9 | Lenovo ThinkPad X13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$740 | $1,241 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | September 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.76'' | 11.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 2.87 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.42" | 11.88" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.82" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 6650U | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 402 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 8.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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HP EliteBook 845 G9
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Sebastian Jentsch | July 2022
"The high-end version of the HP EliteBook 845 G9 with a Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS, 32GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD packs a lot of power, but is still quiet and cool enough to operate in noise-sensitive environments. Quiet, cool and drawing on a massive 40 watts from the APU at the same time, however, is not possible. The 14-incher only has a single-fan solution and it only just manages to keep an near unthrottled Ryzen 9 in check."
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Benjamin Herzig | September 2023
"The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G4 has very good input devices, a wide array of security features and ports as well as 5G in the tested configuration. It is more compact and lightweight compared with its predecessor, and it has improved speakers and a slightly better webcam. On the other hand, the fan is more annoying and the performance is barely improved. The battery is worse as well, but this is primarily attributable to the OLED screen - if this aspect is important, buyers should choose the IPS Low Power LCD."
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About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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