HP EliteBook 820 G4 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 820 G4 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

portable lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good security features

decent battery life

average display quality

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum design

powerful AMD processor

comfortable keyboard layout

fast charging support

good value for money

average display brightness

no thunderbolt support

limited color options

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 820 G4 and HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 820 G4 vs. HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 820 G4 HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31 cm x 21.89 cm x 1.89 cm 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.74 kg
Colour - Natural silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 820 G4 HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, narrow bezel bent
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 820 G4 HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY HP EliteBook 820 G4 HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 820 G4 HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 820 G4 HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec CX7501 -
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 820 G4 HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook
Wireless Bluetooth 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Realtek RTL8852BE
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111HSH
Features - Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 820 G4 HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook
Technology - 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42.75 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 820 G4 HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook
Input - AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 820 G4 HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Touchpad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 820 G4 HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB-C
DisplayPort
VGA
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (powered)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 820 G4 HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP Smart Support (free download), HP Smart Support, HP Manageability Integration Kit (free download), HP Quick Touch, HP Connect for Microsoft Endpoint Manager, HP Patch Assistant (free download)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 820 G4 HP ProBook 455 G9 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 45 Watt Smart 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 security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Automatic DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Admin, HP Client Security Manager Gen 7, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Start Gen 7, Secured-core PC enabled, HP Sure Run Gen 5
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, 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 - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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