HP 250 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP 250 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

adequate connectivity options

expandable memory slots

average display quality

modest battery life

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics card

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid state drive

full hd display

decent processor

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no backlit keyboard

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP 250 G9 Notebook and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA)
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP 250 G9 Notebook vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm 36.02 cm x 23.49 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.74 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour - Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), slate grey (bottom)
DISPLAY HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Full HD standard-viewing angle (SVA), narrow-bezel design Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 4 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable)) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features Temporal Noise Reduction -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852BE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111HSH -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features Miracast, Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, PTP certified touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Audio Switch, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, ExpressVPN (30 days trial), HP QuickDrop, HP Smart App, myHP, LastPass password manager (30 days trial), HP Smart Health (free download), McAfee Security (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X515FA)
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart AC Adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP Fast Charge System password, hard drive password
Compliant Standards UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, EAC, low halogen, CU, ICCP, RED -
Repairability Index - 5.9 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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Model Number - EJ105W
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