HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

sleek aluminum design

impressive battery life

bright display options

strong processor performance

limited graphics capability

no HDMI port

higher price range

average speaker quality

HP 470 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP 470 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum design

powerful processor options

bright full-hd display

ample connectivity ports

competitive pricing

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no thunderbolt support

basic graphics card

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook and HP 470 G9 Notebook
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook vs. HP 470 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.34 cm x 21.46 cm x 1.79 cm 40.07 cm x 25.78 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.37 kg 2.08 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour - Asteroid silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare Slim Design, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, narrow-bezel design
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5600U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable))
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions 720p 720p
Sound Dual stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3247
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Realtek RTL8852BE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Bluetooth Class Class 2 Class 2
Compliant Standards - Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 53 Wh 41 Wh
Battery Life Up to 20 hours Up to 7.12 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 8 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, precision touchpad, multi-gesture clickpad Multi-touch touchpad, gesture function, image sensor
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Wireless Button Driver, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Image Assistant (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP QuickDrop, HP WorkWell, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen4 (free dowload), HP Client Management Script Library (free download), myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HP Noise Cancellation Software, HP Smart Support (free download) HP Support Assistant, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI, Dropbox, HP Audio Switch, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, ExpressVPN (30 days trial), HP QuickDrop, HP Smart App, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, LastPass password manager (30 days trial), HP Smart Health (free download), McAfee Security (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 845 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter HP 45W Smart AC Adapter
Bundled with HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (3 years) -
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Sure Admin, HP Sure Run Gen 4, HP Client Security Manager Gen 7, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Recover Gen 4 -
Compliant Standards 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 UL, BSMI, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen
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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