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 16X (X1603ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive battery life

lightweight design

affordable price point

sharp display quality

fast charging support

moderate storage capacity

average speaker quality

no dedicated GPU

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP 250 G9 Notebook and ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP 250 G9 Notebook vs. ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.74 kg 1.88 kg
Colour - Silver
DISPLAY HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Full HD standard-viewing angle (SVA), narrow-bezel design Anti-glare, 86% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) 1220P / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 12 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
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 1
STORAGE HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features Temporal Noise Reduction Privacy shutter, ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
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 Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 19 V
INPUT HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
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, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE HP 250 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 16X (X1603ZA)
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 16X (X1603ZA)
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
Features HP Fast Charge ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, EAC, low halogen, CU, ICCP, RED RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), Energy Star 8.0
ENERGY STAR Certified 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
-
Model Number - MB157W
Other projects: