HP 255 G9 Notebook vs. HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP 255 G9 Notebook and HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

HP 255 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP 255 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

adequate port selection

includes numeric keypad

average display quality

modest processor performance

limited graphics capabilities

no backlit keyboard

HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

long battery life

high-resolution display

robust security features

responsive touch screen

high price point

limited port variety

moderate storage capacity

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP 255 G9 Notebook and HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
87 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP 255 G9 Notebook vs. HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP 255 G9 Notebook HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm 29.74 cm x 22.04 cm x 1.64 cm
Weight 1.74 kg 990 g
Colour - Slate blue
DISPLAY HP 255 G9 Notebook HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 13.5"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 3:2
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, Micro Edge, narrow-bezel design -
PROCESSOR HP 255 G9 Notebook HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1345U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP 255 G9 Notebook HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable)) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP 255 G9 Notebook HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP 255 G9 Notebook HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features AMD FreeSync Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD -
Camera Features Temporal Noise Reduction -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers
Codec Realtek ALC3247 Realtek ALC3315
Audio Features - Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP 255 G9 Notebook HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 -
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852BE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
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 -
BATTERY HP 255 G9 Notebook HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 10.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP 255 G9 Notebook HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Input AC 115/230 V (50 - 60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 8 A -
INPUT HP 255 G9 Notebook HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, PTP certified touchpad Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP 255 G9 Notebook HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP 255 G9 Notebook HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home - English No operating system
Software Included HP Support Assistant, Dropbox, McAfee (30 days trial), HP Audio Switch, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, ExpressVPN (30 days trial), HP QuickDrop, HP Smart App, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, LastPass password manager (30 days trial), HP Smart Health (free download) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP 255 G9 Notebook HP Dragonfly G4 Notebook
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter -
Integrated Options - HP Tamper Lock
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor
Features HP Fast Charge BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested, Secured-core PC enabled
Compliant Standards UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, EAC, CU, ICCP CSA, VCCI, BSMI, GS, ISO 9241, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, KCC, CISPR, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, SRRC, NCC, UL 62368-1, TEC, KES, Ukraine NSoC, Saudi Arabian Compliance
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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