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Product comparison · 2 laptops

HP EliteBook 2730p Notebook PC (ENERGY STAR) vs HP EliteBook 8730w Mobile Workstation

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  • 125specifications compared
  • 45differ
  • 80identical
  • 32known for one product only

Key differences

  • Display diagonal
    • 30.7 cm (12.1")
    • 43.2 cm (17")
  • Display resolution
    • 1280 x 800 pixels
    • 1680 x 1050 pixels
  • Processor model
    • SL9400
    • T9400
  • Processor frequency
    • 1.86 GHz
    • 2.53 GHz
  • Processor socket
    • BGA 956
    • Socket 479
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP)
    • 17 W
    • 35 W
  • CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio)
    • 7.1
    • 9.5
  • Internal memory
    • 1 GB
    • 2 GB

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EliteBook 2730p Notebook PC (ENERGY STAR)View product
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EliteBook 8730w Mobile WorkstationView product
Display2 differ
Display diagonalDiffers30.7 cm (12.1")43.2 cm (17")
Display resolutionDiffers1280 x 800 pixels1680 x 1050 pixels
Display surfaceKnown for oneMatt
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 oneE0
Memory1 differ
Internal memoryDiffers1 GB2 GB
Memory clock speedKnown for one800 MHz
Memory upgradeKnown for one8 GB
Storage2 differ
Total storage capacityDiffers120 GB320 GB
HDD capacityKnown for one120 GB
HDD speedDiffers5400 RPM7200 RPM
Optical drive typeKnown for oneNo
Compatible memory cardsKnown for oneSD
Maximum HDD capacityKnown for one160 GB
HDD interfaceKnown for oneSATA
Graphics1 differ
Discrete graphics card modelDiffersIntel® GMA X4500HDNVIDIA® Quadro® FX 2700M
Graphics card familyKnown for oneIntel
Maximum graphics card memoryKnown for one0.384 GB
Discrete graphics card memoryKnown for one0.512 GB
Audio2 differ
Audio systemDiffersHDHigh Definition Audio
Audio includedDiffersHigh Definition Audio support w/24-bit DAC; Integrated mono speaker; Integrated dual-microphone array; Touch-sensitive controls for volume up, volume down, and mute; Stereo headphone/line out; Stereo microphone in; Optional 2 MP Webcam with Business Card Reader SoftwareHigh Definition Audio, stereo speakers, stereo headphone/line out, stereo microphone in, integrated dual-microphone array
Number of built-in speakersKnown for one2
Cameraidentical
Front cameraKnown for oneNo
Network2 differ
Networking featuresDiffers10/100/1000 NICGigabit Ethernet
Networking typeKnown for oneGigabit Ethernet
Wireless technologyDiffers802.11a/b/g/draft-n, YIEEE 802.11a/b/g/n, Y
Bluetooth versionKnown for one2.0+EDR
Ports & interfaces5 differ
USB 2.0 ports quantityDiffers24
HDMI ports quantityDiffers01
Docking connectorDiffersNoYes
SmartCard slotDiffersNoYes
I/O portsDiffers2 USB 2.0; 1 1394a; 1 headphone/line-out; 1 RJ-11; 1 RJ-45; 1 docking connector; 1 battery connector; 1 external VGA monitor; 1 AC power4 USB 2.0 ports, VGA, eSATA, stereo microphone in, stereo headphone/line out, Firewire (1394a), HDMI, power connector, docking connector, secondary battery connector, RJ-11, RJ-45
eSATA ports quantityKnown for one1
Performance1 differ
Motherboard chipsetDiffersIntel® GS45 ExpressIntel® PM45 Express
Keyboard2 differ
Pointing deviceDiffersTouchpad + Pointing StickTouchpad
Keyboard layoutKnown for oneQWERTY
Keyboard typeDiffers101/102-key compatible keyboard with HP DuraKeysFull-sized
Software2 differ
Bundled softwareDiffersHP Recovery Manager (Vista Only), HP Client Manager Software, HP Client Configuration Management AgentHP Recovery Manager (Vista Only), HP Client Manager Software, HP Client Configuration Management Agent, HP OpenView PC Configuration Management Solutions, HP Performance Tuning Framework
Compatible operating systemsDiffersGenuine Windows Vista Enterprise, SuSe Linux Enterprise Desktop 10Genuine Windows XP Professional, SuSe Linux Enterprise Desktop 10
Processor special features2 differ
Processor ARK IDDiffers3668935562
Processor package sizeDiffers22 x 22 mm35 x 35 mm
Processor codeKnown for oneSLGEK
Battery2 differ
Number of battery cellsDiffers68
Battery life (max)Differs6.5 h4.2 h
Security1 differ
Security management descriptionDiffersStandard: HP ProtectTools, TPM Embedded Security Chip 1.2 (disabled where use is restricted by law), Enhanced Pre-Boot Security, HP Spare Key, HP Disk Sanitizer, Enhanced Drive Lock, HP Fingerprint Sensor, Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools, Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools, File Sanitizer fMcAfee Security Solution, Kensington Lock slot, HP Privacy Filter (optional)
Operational conditions3 differ
Operating temperature (T-T)Differs0 - 35, 5 - 35-20 - 70 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)Differs-20 - 60 °C-40 - 80 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)Differs5 - 95, 5 - 905 - 95%
Certificates1 differ
CertificationDiffersENERGY STARMCAD: AutoDesk (AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, Alias Studio, Map 3D, Civil 3D), Bentley (In Roads XM, MicroStation, Navigator), CEI, CoCreate OneSpace, Dassault CATIA V5, ICEM Surf, Intelligent Light, MSC Software (MSC.Patran, SimXpert), PTC Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire, Sensable, Siemans PLMS (NX, NX I-deas, S
Weight & dimensions3 differ
WeightDiffers1.7 kg3.4 kg
WidthDiffers290 mm383 mm
DepthDiffers212 mm282 mm
Height (front)Known for one2.8 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH)Known for one290 x 212 x 28.2 mm
Weight (imperial)Known for oneWeight varies by configuration and component. Starting at 3.74 lb
HeightKnown for one32 mm
Hard driveidentical
Storage drive typeKnown for one120 GB 5400 rpm SATA
Storage drive controllerKnown for oneSATA, SATA (5400 rpm)
Video1 differ
Video card featuresDiffersIntel GMA 4500MHDNVIDIA Quadro FX 2700M
Packaging contentidentical
AC adapter includedKnown for oneYes
Other features6 differ
Battery typeKnown for one6-cell (44 WHr) high capacity Lithium-Ion
Minimum storage drive spaceKnown for one80 GB
Power requirementsDiffersExternal 65-watt Smart AC adapter; HP Fast ChargeExternal 150W or 120W HP Smart AC adapter, HP Fast Charge Technology 8-cell (73 WHr) Lithium-Ion battery, optional HP (52 WHr) Extended Life Battery, optional HP (95 WHr) Ultra-Capacity Battery
Power supply typeKnown for oneExternal 65-watt Smart AC adapter; HP Fast Charge
Modem typeDiffers56KV.92
Manageability featuresKnown for oneHP 3D DriveGuard; Intel Centrino 2 with vPro processor technology enabled
Docking solutionDiffersHP 2700 Ultra-Slim Expansion Base, HP External MultiBay IIHP Docking Station, HP Advanced Docking Station, HP Monitor Stand, HP Adjustable Notebook Stand (all sold separately)
Expansion slotsDiffers1 Express Card/54; 1 secure digital An optional Integrated Smart Card Reader is available and replaces the ExpressCard/54.Slots available for additional devices: 1 ExpressCard/54 slot, Media Card Reader
Multi-bay devicesKnown for oneOptional external Multibay II devices
Multimedia featuresKnown for oneHigh Definition Audio support w/24-bit DAC; Integrated mono speaker; Integrated dual-microphone array; Touch-sensitive controls for volume up, volume down, and mute; Stereo headphone/line out; Stereo microphone in; Optional 2 MP Webcam with Business Card Reader Software
Protection toolsDiffersHP ProtectTools, TPM Embedded Security Chip 1.2, HP Fingerprint Sensor, HP Disk Sanitizer, optional Smart Card ReaderHP ProtectTools, TPM Embedded Security Chip 1.2, HP Fingerprint Sensor, HP Disk Sanitizer, integrated Smart Card Reader
Supplied AC adapter typeDiffersAC, 1AC

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