HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook
HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook
HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook and HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

comfortable keyboard

decent battery life

solid performance

affordable price

average display quality

modest graphics power

heavier design

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook and HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.4 cm x 1.89 cm 36.49 cm x 25.69 cm x 1.9 cm
Weight 2.06 kg 2 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Pike silver -
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 67% sRGB
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare +PSR Slim Design, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8400H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s - triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111HSH-CG
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 1 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours Up to 12.5 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard HP Premium
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, ClickPad with gesture support, glass with chemical etched surface, two-finger zoom (pinch), two-way scroll Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt)
USB 3.0 (charging)
USB 3.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0 (powered)
2 x USB 3.1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, HP ePrint, HP Hotkey Support, HP Velocity, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP JetAdvantage, HP Wireless Wakeup, HP Workwise (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen4, HP Client Security Suite Gen4, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen2 (free download), HP SureStart Gen4, HP Sure Run, HP Sure Recover HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP 3D DriveGuard, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP LAN-WLAN Protection, HP Wireless Wakeup, HP Connection Optimizer, HP BIOSphere Gen4, HP Client Security Suite Gen4, HP Host Based MAC Address Manager, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen2
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Hood sensor, ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power-on password, HP DuraKeys, Setup Password, Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network HP 3D DriveGuard, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, BIOS Update via Network
Compliant Standards Low halogen CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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