Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) vs HP 14 (N150)
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is the better laptop on paper: it has more memory, has more storage and has Thunderbolt or USB4, an SD card reader and Ethernet. Pick the HP 14 only if it matters to you that it has USB-A and is sold new.
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Key differences
- Memory Lenovo ThinkPad T14 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 16 GB of memory against 4 GB. That's the difference between coping and staying quick with lots of tabs and apps open.
- Storage Lenovo ThinkPad T14 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has four times the storage: 512 GB against 128 GB.
- Ports Depends on you
Only the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has Thunderbolt or USB4, an SD card reader and Ethernet, while only the HP 14 has USB-A.
- Storage type Lenovo ThinkPad T14 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 uses a proper SSD, while the HP 14 has slower eMMC-style flash storage, so apps open and update more slowly.
- Condition Depends on you
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is sold renewed (used and refurbished); the HP 14 is sold new.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 if…
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 16 GB of memory gives it more room than 4 GB.
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 512 GB of storage.
- You plug things in: it has Thunderbolt or USB4 (for fast docks and drives), an SD card reader (for camera cards) and Ethernet (for wired internet).
- You want apps and updates to feel quick: it has a proper SSD.
Choose the HP 14 if…
- You plug things in: it has USB-A (for older USB accessories).
- You want a brand-new laptop with a fresh battery: it is sold new.
- You want a more recent design: it came out in 2025.
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe Lenovo ThinkPad T14 leads on performance; elsewhere the two are closely matched. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
Each laptop has its strengths on performance.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has more memory, has more storage and has a faster SSD, while the HP 14 can be upgraded.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-10310U | Intel N150 |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory type | DDR4-2666 | DDR4-3200 |
| Maximum memory | 48 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Partly upgradeable | Upgradeable (slots) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | UFS |
| Storage interface | PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280 | UFS |
| Storage slots | 1 | — |
Screen
Both screens are closely matched.
Size, sharpness and smoothness are near enough the same, so neither has a real edge to look at.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 14" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | HD (1366 x 768) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | IPS | Basic screen: colours fade at an angle |
| Brightness | 250 nits | 250 nits |
| Colour range | 45% NTSC | 45% NTSC |
| HDR | None | None |
| Finish | Matte | Matte |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
Battery and size
Each laptop has its strengths on battery and weight.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a bigger battery, while the HP 14 is a little lighter.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 16.5 hours | Up to 11 hours |
| Battery capacity | 50 Wh | 41 Wh |
| Charger | — | 45 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | — |
| Fast charging | 80% in 1 hour | 50% in 45 minutes |
| Weight | 1.55 kg | 1.46 kg |
| Dimensions | 329 x 227 x 17.9 mm | 324 x 225 x 17.9 mm |
| Materials | PPS / 50% GF (top), PC + ABS / Talc15 + magnesium alloy (keyboard cover), PA / 50% GF (bottom) | — |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810G | — |
| Colour | Black | Jet black |
| Colours available | Black | Jet black |
Ports and wireless
On ports and wireless, it comes down to what you need.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has Thunderbolt or USB4, an SD card reader and Ethernet, while the HP 14 has USB-A.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data, charging, DisplayPort 1.2), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 / Thunderbolt 3 (data, charging, DisplayPort 1.2), 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x Ethernet (RJ-45), 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo, 1x microSD, 1x side docking connector | 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (DisplayPort Alt Mode), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x 3.5 mm audio |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt 3 | None |
| External displays (max) | 2 | — |
| Card reader | microSD | — |
| Ethernet | 1 GbE RJ-45 | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wi-Fi card | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 | Realtek Wi-Fi 6 adapter (model not published) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Mobile data | — | None |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | 720p HP TrueVision HD |
| Webcam privacy | ThinkShutter physical camera cover | — |
| Keyboard | 6-row, spill-resistant, multimedia Fn keys with Unified Communications controls | full-size keyboard |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | TrackPoint pointing device plus Mylar-surface multi-touch touchpad | HP Imagepad |
| Speakers | Stereo, 2 W x2, Dolby Audio | HP dual speakers |
| Microphones | — | dual microphones |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | TPM 2.0, Kensington Security Slot | firmware TPM, BIOS password, power-on password |
Software and model
The HP 14 is ahead on software and updates.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is sold renewed (used and refurbished); the HP 14 is sold new. It is sold new and is newer, and the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad T14 (Gen 1) | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home in S mode |
| Model number | ThinkPad T14 Gen 1 | BM2T5EA |
| Released | 2020 | 2025 |