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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models IdeaPad 720S-13IKB and Pavilion 15-BC000nv within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | IdeaPad 720S-13IKB | Pavilion 15-BC000nv |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | HP |
| Product Family | IdeaPad | HP Pavilion 15 |
| Model | IdeaPad 720S-13IKB | Pavilion 15-BC000nv |
| Model Number | IdeaPad 720S-13IKB | 15-bc000nv |
| Launch Year | 2017 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Mainstream | Mainstream |
| 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 7200U 2.5GHz | Intel Core i7-6700HQ |
| Processor Generation | 7th Gen | 6th Gen (Skylake) |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | Skylake-H |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 2 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 4 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 45 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | — | 45 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Intel Standard Manageability; Intel vPro not supported |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 620 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M |
| GPU Architecture | — | Maxwell |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 2 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | GDDR5 |
| GPU TGP | — | 50 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 1176 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 6 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 2133 MT/s | 2133 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | Soldered | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 0 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | No | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual | Dual-channel capable |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | HDD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 1000 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | SATA III |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | UHS-I |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 13.3 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | LED-backlit LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 300 nits | 250 nits |
| Color Depth | — | 8-bit |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | — | 178° degree |
| Flicker-Free | — | Yes |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | — | HP Wide Vision HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 x JBL speakers | 2 speakers |
| Speaker Power | 2 x 1 W | — |
| Audio Technology | JBL; Dolby Atmos | Bang & Olufsen; HP Audio Boost |
| Microphone Configuration | Array microphone | Dual-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | 6-row keyboard | Full-size island-style keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | One-piece multi-touch touchpad | Multi-touch precision touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | Dual-band | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | — | 1x1 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Realtek wireless |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | 4.2 |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | — | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 3.0 Type-A | USB 3.x Type-A |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 2 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x Thunderbolt 3 / DisplayPort 1.2a / Power Delivery; 1x USB-C USB 3.0 / Power Delivery | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Version | Thunderbolt 3 | — |
| HDMI Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | — | HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Output | via USB-C | — |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x M.2 storage slot | 1 M.2 storage slot(s) |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 48 Wh | 61.5 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 4 cells | 4 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | 8 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | MobileMark 2014 | — |
| Power Adapter | 45 W | 120 W |
| Power Connector | USB-C | Barrel power connector |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 305.9 mm | 382 mm |
| Depth | 213.82 mm | 253 mm |
| Thickness | 13.6 mm | 24.5 mm |
| Weight | 1.1 kg | 2.18 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum | Plastic |
| Lid Material | Aluminum | Plastic |
| Base Material | Aluminum | Plastic |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 135 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | — | Not claimed |
| IP Rating | — | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | Consumer BIOS/UEFI management |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | BIOS recovery supported |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR 6.1 | ENERGY STAR certified |
| EPEAT | Silver | Not claimed |
| TCO Certified | — | Not claimed |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | — | Not claimed |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5 to 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 10 to 90 (non-condensing) % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -20 to 60 °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Depot limited warranty | Limited hardware warranty; region dependent |
IdeaPad 720S-13IKB and Pavilion 15-BC000nv share specifications such as Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Form Factor (Clamshell), Laptop Category (Mainstream), Operating System (Windows 10).
The main differences: Processor Model (IdeaPad 720S-13IKB: Intel Core i5 7200U 2.5GHz, Pavilion 15-BC000nv: Intel Core i7-6700HQ); GPU Model (IdeaPad 720S-13IKB: Intel HD Graphics 620, Pavilion 15-BC000nv: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M); Installed Memory (IdeaPad 720S-13IKB: 8 GB, Pavilion 15-BC000nv: 6 GB); Storage Capacity (IdeaPad 720S-13IKB: 256 GB, Pavilion 15-BC000nv: 1000 GB).
IdeaPad 720S-13IKB may suit users who need its differing values, while Pavilion 15-BC000nv benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
