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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Ideapad 700-15ISK and Elitebook 1040 within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Ideapad 700-15ISK | Elitebook 1040 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | HP |
| Product Family | IdeaPad | EliteBook |
| Model | Ideapad 700-15ISK | Elitebook 1040 |
| Model Number | IdeaPad 700-15ISK | — |
| Launch Year | 2016 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Mainstream | Premium / Ultraportable |
| Operating System | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i5 | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i5 6300HQ 2.3GHz | Intel Core i7 7500U 2.7GHz |
| Processor Generation | 6th Gen | 7th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores | 2 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 4 threads | 4 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2.3 GHz | 2.7 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB | 4 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 45 W | 15 W |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | Intel |
| GPU Model | Nvidia GeForce GTX 950M | Intel HD Graphics 620 |
| GPU Architecture | Maxwell | — |
| VRAM Capacity | — | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | — | Shared system memory |
| Maximum External Displays | 1 displays | — |
| Maximum External Resolution | 4096 x 2160 at 24 Hz via HDMI | — |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | — |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | — |
| Memory Speed | 2133 MT/s | — |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | — |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | — |
| Memory Channels | Dual | — |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | HDD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 1000 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | SATA | — |
| Storage Form Factor | 2.5-inch | — |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | — |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | — |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | Yes | — |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | — |
| Card Reader Formats | SD, SDHC, SDXC, MMC | — |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 14 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Display Brightness | 200 nits | — |
| Contrast Ratio | 700:1 | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | — |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p (1.0 MP) | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Stereo speakers | — |
| Speaker Power | 2 x 2 W | — |
| Audio Technology | Dolby Home Theater | — |
| Microphone Configuration | Dual-array microphone | — |
| Audio Jack | Yes | — |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Full-size 6-row keyboard | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | One-piece multi-touch touchpad | — |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | — |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | — |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Dual-band | — |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 1x1 | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 4 | — |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 GbE | — |
| WWAN | No | — |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | — |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 2x USB 3.0; 1x USB 2.0 | — |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 0 ports | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | — |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | — |
| HDMI Version | HDMI | — |
| DisplayPort Output | No | — |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | — |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | — |
| SD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | — |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | No | — |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | — |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x M.2 storage slot | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 45 Wh | — |
| Battery Cells | 3 cells | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | — |
| Battery Life | 4 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | MobileMark 2014 | — |
| Power Adapter | 135 W | — |
| Power Connector | Barrel (round-tip) | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 384 mm | — |
| Depth | 265 mm | — |
| Thickness | 22.7 mm | — |
| Weight | 2.3 kg | 1.36 kg |
| Chassis Material | PC/ABS | — |
| Lid Material | PC/ABS | — |
| Base Material | PC/ABS | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | — |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | — |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | — |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | — |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR 6.1 | — |
| EPEAT | Silver | — |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | — |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | — |
| Warranty Type | Mail-in limited warranty | — |
Ideapad 700-15ISK and Elitebook 1040 share specifications such as Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System (Windows 10), Operating System Architecture (64-bit).
The main differences: Processor Model (Ideapad 700-15ISK: Intel Core i5 6300HQ 2.3GHz, Elitebook 1040: Intel Core i7 7500U 2.7GHz); GPU Model (Ideapad 700-15ISK: Nvidia GeForce GTX 950M, Elitebook 1040: Intel HD Graphics 620); Installed Memory (Ideapad 700-15ISK: 4 GB, Elitebook 1040: 8 GB); Storage Capacity (Ideapad 700-15ISK: 1000 GB, Elitebook 1040: 256 GB).
Ideapad 700-15ISK may suit users who need its differing values, while Elitebook 1040 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
