HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)

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HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook
HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA). 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 EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard

good battery life

bright display

relatively expensive

average graphics performance

heavier design

noisy under load

ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

lightweight design

good keyboard feel

average display quality

limited battery life

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics capabilities

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Difference between HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook and ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 1.99 cm 38.1 cm x 25.1 cm x 2.72 cm
Weight 1.74 kg 1.9 kg
Colour - Chocolate black IMR with hairline (LCD cover), gold IMR with hairline (top)
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, narrow-bezel design Ultra Slim Design, ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, ASUS EyeCare Technology
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz -
Number of Cores 10-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB Hybrid Drive SATA / 5400 rpm - Seagate
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - HD Yes - VGA
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Temporal Noise Reduction -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3247-CG -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster, ASUS Bang & Olufsen ICEpower
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features Miracast, Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), CNVi -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 33 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Interfaces USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.1b Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (powered)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Image Assistant (free download), HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen4 (free dowload), HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP Smart Support (free download), HP Quick Touch -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 650 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (X540UA)
Included Accessories HP 45W Smart AC Adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor -
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested, Secured-core PC enabled System password, ASUS IceCool design
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GS, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CECP, EAC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, RED, IEEE 1680.1, BNCI -
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
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Model Number - GQ1796T
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