HP EliteBook 720 G2 vs. HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 720 G2
HP EliteBook 720 G2

Our Rating: 72 %

HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 720 G2 and HP EliteBook 830 G9 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 EliteBook 720 G2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 720 G2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

portable design

efficient performance

solid security features

decent battery life

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no high-end graphics

higher price point

HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

compact, lightweight design

powerful intel processors

bright, sharp display

fast charging support

higher price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

average battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 720 G2 and HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
74 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 720 G2 vs. HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 720 G2 HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31 cm x 21.5 cm x 2.1 cm 30.01 cm x 21.48 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 1.34 kg 1.27 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour - Natural silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 720 G2 HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - TN 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 720 G2 HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5200U / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 720 G2 HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 720 G2 HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 3Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 720 G2 HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, HP Auto Frame
Sound Stereo speakers, stereo microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec ALC3228 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound -
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 720 G2 HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6E
Features - Miracast, dual stream (2x2), CNVi
BATTERY HP EliteBook 720 G2 HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 51.3 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 720 G2 HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 720 G2 HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant Spill-resistant, precision touchpad, multi-gesture clickpad, DuraKeys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 720 G2 HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
DisplayPort
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 720 G2 HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Manageability & Integration Kit (free download), HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP Cloud Recovery, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, myHP, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), Tile, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Quick Touch
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 720 G2 HP EliteBook 830 G9 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter 45W USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Tile module, accelerometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, HP Tamper Lock, ambient colour sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP Disk Sanitizer, HP 3D DriveGuard, HP DuraFinish, HP DuraKeys, HP SpareKey, HP DisplaySafe, HP BIOS Protection, HP SureStart, HP DriveLock, Hybrid Boot, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, HP Roaming Alert, 1 USB 3.0 charging port BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, GS, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, IEEE 1680, ICCP, RED, AUS/NZ
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 - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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