The HP Elitebook outdoes my 2012 model notebook in every way. So if I compared them, I'd be m comparing  an orange and a pear--not at all alike. So I'll say what I like about the Elitebook. It's faster & sturdier, and has many options I haven't yet explored as I am still getting used to new ways of doing every-day things. I'll definitely explore newer features when I have more time (i.e., when I finish my taxes!). Suffice it to say, I'm really pleased with it. It's just what I needed: a bigger screen, faster processing in every way, and the DVD drive--and it's promising in its many other capabilities. It was also relatively inexpensive. Will update in a few months when I'm more familiar with it.