Our Dell review sample has a marginally lower computing performance due to an Intel Core i7-5300U.

We also added Dell's Latitude E7250 to the group of comparison devices. It sports an economic Intel Core i7 5600U, 8 GB of working memory (single-channel) and a 360 GB SSD non-volatile storage.

We used our powerful configuration of Lenovo's ThinkPad X250 with a price of 1950 Euros (~$2104). We checked whether this price is justified and whether the little EliteBook can stand up against business contenders based on some comparison models. HP still uses an 8 GB working memory that operates in dual-channel mode and a 256 GB SSD. The highlight: The frugal CPU is cooled without a fan.

A new Broadwell processor inside provides the needed computing power. The biggest difference is the QHD screen with touch support, which places our present review sample in the ultrabook category. Who isn't looking for the ideal companion in the business sector? HP presents a 12.5-inch business device for 2250 Euros (~$2428) with its EliteBook 1020 G1 and even tops the previously tested HP EliteBook 820 G1. For the original German review, see here.

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