HP EliteBook 850 G3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 850 G3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

good enterprise security

decent battery life

average display quality

heavier design

no USB-C port

limited graphics power

HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

lightweight and portable

strong build quality

fast charging support

efficient processor

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 850 G3 and HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G3 vs. HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G3 HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.33 cm x 25.77 cm x 1.94 cm 30.69 cm x 20.84 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.84 kg 1.28 kg
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G3 HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3" - 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 850 G3 HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i7 (6th Gen) 6500U Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache - L3 - 12 MB
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP EliteBook 850 G3 HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 850 G3 HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G3 HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 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
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound - Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3247-CG
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 850 G3 HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 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 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Remote Management Protocol - SNMP 2
Features - Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO, CNVi
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G3 HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook
Technology - 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42.75 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11.25 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 850 G3 HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook
Input - AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 8 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G3 HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G3 HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (charging)
USB-C
DisplayPort
VGA
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 850 G3 HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 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 MAC Address Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Privacy Settings, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Sure Sense, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP SureStart Gen7, HP Smart Support (free download), HP Quick Touch, HP Connect for Microsoft Endpoint Manager, HP Patch Assistant (free download), HP SureRun Gen5, HP Sure Recover Gen5, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen4 (free download)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G3 HP EliteBook 630 G9 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 45W Smart AC Adapter
Bundled with - HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (1 year)
Integrated Options - HP Tamper Lock
Security - 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), chassis intrusion sensor
Features - Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested, Secured-core PC capable
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 8887 CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, GS, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, 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 - 1 year - carry-in Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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