💻 HP ProBook 460 G11 vs Dell Pro 16 vs Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 4
AI-powered analysis across 23 matched specifications



Performance Overview
Scores based on quantifiable specification values (1-10 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | HP ProBook 460 16" G11 HP | Dell Pro 16 Dell | ThinkPad T16 Gen 4 Lenovo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | |||
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H / 155U, Core Ultra 5 135H / 125H / 135U / 125U (Series 1) with Intel AI Boost NPU | Intel Core Ultra 5 / 7 (Series 2, vPro optional) | Intel Core Ultra 5 225U or Core Ultra 7 255U — Series 2 'Arrow Lake' U, 12 cores (2P + 8E + 2LP) / 14 threads; the 255U is vPro Essentials only. Full vPro Enterprise needs a Core Ultra 235U/265U build |
| CPU cores | -- | -- | 12 cores (2P + 8E + 2LP) / 14 threads |
| Graphics | Integrated Intel Arc Graphics; optional NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 | Intel Arc / Graphics integrated | Intel Graphics (integrated); Intel AI Boost NPU up to 12 TOPS |
| Discrete GPU | ✓Optional NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 | Integrated Intel graphics | Integrated only |
| Memory & storage | |||
| Maximum memory | Up to 48 GB DDR5-5600 MT/s, 2 SODIMM slots, dual-channel (upgradeable) | Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM (2 slots) | 16 GB DDR5-5600 (2 × 8 GB SO-DIMM), dual-channel; user-upgradeable to 64 GB across two slots |
| Memory type | DDR5-5600 MT/s, 2 SODIMM slots, dual-channel (upgradeable) | DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM (2 slots) | DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM (2 slots), dual-channel |
| Maximum storage | PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe M.2 SSD (M.2 2280, replaceable) | 2× M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD bays (up to 4 TB total) | 512 GB M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD (Opal 2.0); single drive, to 2 TB |
| Display | |||
| Display size | 16" WUXGA or WQXGA 16:10 IPS | 16.0" | 16.0″ |
| Resolution | 2560×1600 | 1920 × 1200 | 1920×1200 (WUXGA) |
| Brightness | Up to 400 nits | 250 nits | 400-nit 45% NTSC (Ultra 5) or 500-nit low-power 100% sRGB (Ultra 7) |
| Panel | WUXGA (1920x1200) or WQXGA (2560x1600) 16:10 IPS anti-glare, Low Blue Light; optional touch | 16.0" FHD+ (1920 × 1200) anti-glare, 250 nits, 16:10 | WUXGA IPS anti-glare, 16:10, 60 Hz — no OLED option this generation |
| Touchscreen | Optional touch | -- | -- |
| Connectivity | |||
| Thunderbolt / USB4 ports | No Thunderbolt — 2x USB-C 20Gbps (DP 1.4, PD) | 2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP1.4) | 2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB4 40 Gbps, PD 15–100 W, DP 2.1) |
| Ports | 2x USB-C 20Gbps (DP 1.4, PD), 2x USB-A 5Gbps (1 charging), HDMI 2.1, RJ-45, 3.5 mm combo; optional SD + nano-SIM | 2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP1.4), 2× USB-A 3.2, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45 GbE, microSD, 3.5 mm combo, Smart Card optional | 2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB4 40 Gbps, PD 15–100 W, DP 2.1), 2× USB-A 5 Gbps (one Always On), HDMI 2.1 (4K/60), RJ-45 GbE, 3.5 mm combo, smart card reader; nano-SIM on WWAN builds |
| Mobile broadband (4G/5G) option | Optional 4G LTE WWAN | -- | WWAN-upgradeable (antenna-ready) |
| Physical | |||
| Weight (from) | ✓From 1.748 kg (with 56 Wh battery) | From 1.86 kg (4.10 lb) | From 1.76 kg (52.5 Wh) / 1.89 kg (86 Wh) |
| Dimensions | 359.4 x 251 x 22.9 mm | 358.0 × 250.0 × 19.5 mm | 359.7 × 250.8 × 23.5 mm max (11.8 mm front / 18.14 mm rear) |
| Security & management | |||
| Intel vPro | -- | Intel Core Ultra 5 / 7 (Series 2, vPro optional) | Stocked builds non-vPro (255U vPro Essentials only); full vPro Enterprise via Core Ultra 235U/265U build to order |
| Copilot+ PC (40+ TOPS NPU) | Intel Core Ultra Series 1 with AI Boost NPU — not a Copilot+ PC | -- | AI PC — Intel AI Boost NPU up to 12 TOPS; Copilot+ 'Lunar Lake' 200V configurable to order |
| Battery | |||
| Battery capacity | HP Long Life 3-cell 56 Wh (or 48 Wh); fast charge | ✓4-cell 64 Wh (ExpressCharge 1.0) | 52.5 Wh (21QE002UUK) or 86 Wh (21QE002XUK / 21QE004QUK) Li-ion, Rapid Charge to 80% in ~1 hr |
| Rated battery life | Up to ~13 hours (MobileMark25) | ExpressCharge 1.0 | up to 11.5 hours (MobileMark 25) on the low-power WUXGA panel |
| Support | |||
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro (HP recommends Windows 11 Pro for business) | Windows 11 Pro / IoT Enterprise LTSC, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS | Windows 11 Pro (stocked); Windows 11 Home / Ubuntu Linux configurable |
| Base warranty | 1-year standard; extendable to 3-5 years with HP Care Pack | 1-year ProSupport (extendable to 5-year ProSupport Plus) | Lenovo base warranty — cover level varies by configuration; Lenovo Premier Support uplifts quoted |
Expert Analysis
The Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 4 is the strongest all-rounder, combining vPro options, future-proof Copilot+ configuration and the brightest, most colour-accurate panel. It suits enterprises with strict security and manageability requirements. The Dell Pro 16 stands out for storage expandability, with dual M.2 bays supporting up to 4 TB, and a standard 64 Wh battery with ExpressCharge — ideal for IT teams prioritising capacity and maintenance. The HP ProBook 460 G11 is the only one to offer an optional discrete NVIDIA RTX 2050 GPU, making it the best fit for roles requiring on-the-go graphics acceleration, though it lacks Thunderbolt and vPro. All three feature 16-inch 16:10 IPS displays, user-upgradeable DDR5 memory and Windows 11 Pro. Lenovo’s top-spec 500-nit low-power panel trumps the competition for outdoor readability, while Dell’s baseline 250-nit screen lags behind. Battery life favours HP’s rated 13 hours, but Dell’s larger 64 Wh cell and Lenovo’s optional 86 Wh unit provide more endurance for road warriors. Overall, Lenovo leads for security and expandability, Dell for storage flexibility, and HP for niche graphics needs.
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