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HP EliteBook 2530p + sim pack vs Lenovo ThinkPad W500 + ServicePack 3yr On-Site

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  • 106specifications compared
  • 27differ
  • 79identical
  • 35known for one product only

Key differences

  • Display diagonal
    • EliteBook 2530p + sim pack:30.7 cm (12.1")
    • ThinkPad W500 + ServicePack 3yr On-Site:39.1 cm (15.4")
  • Display resolution
    • EliteBook 2530p + sim pack:1280 x 800 pixels
    • ThinkPad W500 + ServicePack 3yr On-Site:1920 x 1200 pixels
  • Processor model
    • EliteBook 2530p + sim pack:SL9400
    • ThinkPad W500 + ServicePack 3yr On-Site:T9400
  • Processor frequency
    • EliteBook 2530p + sim pack:1.86 GHz
    • ThinkPad W500 + ServicePack 3yr On-Site:2.53 GHz
  • Processor socket
    • EliteBook 2530p + sim pack:BGA 956
    • ThinkPad W500 + ServicePack 3yr On-Site:Socket 479
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP)
    • EliteBook 2530p + sim pack:17 W
    • ThinkPad W500 + ServicePack 3yr On-Site:35 W
  • CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio)
    • EliteBook 2530p + sim pack:7.1
    • ThinkPad W500 + ServicePack 3yr On-Site:9.5
  • Internal memory type
    • EliteBook 2530p + sim pack:DDR2-SDRAM
    • ThinkPad W500 + ServicePack 3yr On-Site:DDR3-SDRAM

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Comparison of EliteBook 2530p + sim pack, ThinkPad W500 + ServicePack 3yr On-Site
141 specifications
Designidentical
Country of originKnown for oneChinaUnknown — not stated by the source
Display2 differ
Display diagonalDiffers30.7 cm (12.1")39.1 cm (15.4")
Display resolutionDiffers1280 x 800 pixels1920 x 1200 pixels
Processor6 differ
Processor modelDiffersSL9400T9400
Processor frequencyDiffers1.86 GHz2.53 GHz
Processor socketDiffersBGA 956Socket 479
Processor seriesDiffersIntel Core 2 Duo SL9000 SeriesIntel Core 2 Duo T9000 Series
Thermal Design Power (TDP)Differs17 W35 W
CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio)Differs7.19.5
SteppingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceE0
Memory2 differ
Internal memory typeDiffersDDR2-SDRAMDDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memoryDiffers8 GB4 GB
Storage3 differ
Total storage capacityDiffers80 GB200 GB
HDD speedDiffers5400 RPM7200 RPM
Compatible memory cardsDiffersSDMMC, MS Pro, SD, SDHC, xD
Number of HDDs installedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
HDD interfaceKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceSATA
Graphics2 differ
Discrete graphics card modelDiffersIntel® GMA X4500HDAMD Mobility FireGL V5700
Maximum graphics card memoryDiffers0.384 GB0.5 GB
Audio2 differ
Audio systemDiffersHigh Definition AudioConexant Azalia Audio Codec
Number of built-in speakersDiffers12
Audio includedKnown for oneHigh Definition Audio, integrated mono speaker, stereo headphone/line out, stereo microphone in, integrated dual-microphone array, 2 MP Webcam with Business Card Reader SoftwareUnknown — not stated by the source
Speaker powerKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2 W
Optical driveidentical
LightScribeKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Network1 differ
Wireless technologyDiffersIEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, YIEEE 802.11a/g/n
Ports & interfaces1 differ
USB 2.0 ports quantityDiffers23
I/O portsKnown for one2 USB 2.0 ports (3 USB 2.0 ports when configured without integrated optical drive), VGA, stereo microphone in, stereo headphone/line out, Firewire (1394a), power connector, RJ-11, RJ-45Unknown — not stated by the source
Performanceidentical
Motherboard chipsetKnown for oneIntel® GS45 ExpressUnknown — not stated by the source
Keyboard1 differ
Pointing deviceDiffersTouchpadThinkPad UltraNav
Keyboard layoutKnown for oneAZERTYUnknown — not stated by the source
Keyboard typeKnown for oneFull-sizedUnknown — not stated by the source
Software1 differ
Operating system installedDiffersWindows Vista BusinessWindows Vista Ultimate
Bundled softwareKnown for oneHP Recovery Manager, HP Client Manager Software, HP Client Configuration Management AgentUnknown — not stated by the source
Compatible operating systemsKnown for oneGenuine Windows Vista Enterprise, SuSe Linux Enterprise Desktop 10Unknown — not stated by the source
Processor special features2 differ
Processor ARK IDDiffers3668935562
Processor package sizeDiffers22 x 22 mm35 x 35 mm
Processor codeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceSLGEK
Securityidentical
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)Known for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Security management descriptionKnown for oneMcAfee Security Solution, Kensington Lock slot, HP Privacy Filter (optional)Unknown — not stated by the source
Cable lock slotKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Cable lock slot typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceIBM
Fingerprint readerKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
HDD user passwordKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Operational conditionsidentical
Operating temperature (T-T)Known for one0 - 35 °CUnknown — not stated by the source
Storage temperature (T-T)Known for one-20 - 60 °CUnknown — not stated by the source
Operating relative humidity (H-H)Known for one10 - 90%Unknown — not stated by the source
Storage relative humidity (H-H)Known for one5 - 95%Unknown — not stated by the source
Weight & dimensions4 differ
WeightDiffers1.36 kg2.49 kg
WidthDiffers282 mm357.5 mm
DepthDiffers214 mm255 mm
HeightDiffers25 mm33.5 mm
Videoidentical
Video card featuresKnown for oneIntel GMA X4500HDUnknown — not stated by the source
Other featuresidentical
Power requirementsKnown for oneExternal 65W HP Smart AC adapter, HP Fast Charge Technology 6-cell (55 WHr) Lithium-Ion batteryUnknown — not stated by the source
Manageability featuresKnown for oneIntel Centrino 2 with vPro technology capableUnknown — not stated by the source
Docking solutionKnown for oneHP 2400/2500 Ultra-Light Docking Station, External MultiBay II, HP Monitor Stand, HP Adjustable Notebook Stand (all sold separately)Unknown — not stated by the source
Expansion slotsKnown for oneSlots available for additional devices: 1 ExpressCard/54 slot, Secure Digital slotUnknown — not stated by the source
Multi-bay devicesKnown for oneOptional external Multibay II devicesUnknown — not stated by the source
Protection toolsKnown for oneHP ProtectTools, TPM Embedded Security Chip 1.2, HP Fingerprint Sensor, HP Disk Sanitizer, optional Smart Card ReaderUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel segment taggingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceProfessional
Cameraidentical
Front cameraKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Batteryidentical
Number of battery cellsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source6
Battery life (max)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source6.3 h

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