HP EliteBook 820 G2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 820 G2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and portable

solid build quality

good keyboard feel

adequate performance level

decent battery life

average display quality

limited upgrade options

no high-end graphics

higher price segment

HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

solid build quality

powerful intel processors

comfortable keyboard layout

good connectivity options

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no 4k display option

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 820 G2 and HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 820 G2 vs. HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 820 G2 HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31 cm x 21.53 cm x 2.1 cm 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.74 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy -
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 820 G2 HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - TN 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, narrow-bezel design
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 820 G2 HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (5th Gen) 5300U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 3 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 820 G2 HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (2 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE HP EliteBook 820 G2 HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 820 G2 HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording, low light enhancement -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec ALC3228 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 820 G2 HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 820 G2 HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 45 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 820 G2 HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 820 G2 HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 820 G2 HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
DisplayPort
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
USB 3.0 (charging)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 820 G2 HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Client Catalog, HP Driver Packs, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP System Software Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen3, HP Privacy Settings, HP WorkWell, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, HP Noise Cancellation Software
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 820 G2 HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 65W Smart AC Adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Easy access door, HP 3D DriveGuard, HP DuraFinish, HP DuraKeys, HP SpareKey, soft-touch surface, HP DisplaySafe, HP BIOS Protection, HP SureStart, HP Drive Encryption, SecureBoot, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Hybrid Boot, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, Pre-Boot Security, HP Roaming Alert, Intel My WiFi Technology DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP BIOSphere Gen 5, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Client Security Manager Gen 6, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Sure Run Gen 3, HP Sure Recover Gen 3, HP Sure Admin, HP Pro Security Edition
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen
Repairability Index - 7.8 (out of 10)
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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