HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 725 G3

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook
HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook

Our Rating: 78 %

HP EliteBook 725 G3
HP EliteBook 725 G3

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook and HP EliteBook 725 G3. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard

good battery life

bright display

average graphics performance

no HDMI port

heavier design

premium price tag

HP EliteBook 725 G3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 725 G3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

portable design

efficient performance

adequate connectivity options

reasonable price point

mediocre display resolution

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook and HP EliteBook 725 G3
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
70 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 725 G3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 725 G3
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37 cm x 25.17 cm x 1.82 cm 31 cm x 21.89 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.78 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 725 G3
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 12.5" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Slim Design, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare Vivid Color, Slim Design, HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 725 G3
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz AMD A8 PRO-8600B / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology -
MEMORY HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 725 G3
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz / PC4-19200 -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 725 G3
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s - Self-Encrypting Drive, FIPS Opal 2 Encryption, triple-level cell (TLC) 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s
SSD Cache 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) (PCIe (NVMe)) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 725 G3
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon R6
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1280 x 720
Camera Features IR camera, HP Privacy HD -
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec - ALC3228
Compliant Standards - DTS Studio Sound
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 725 G3
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - PCI Express Half Mini Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 725 G3
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 15 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 725 G3
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 725 G3
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, multi-gesture clickpad Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 725 G3
Slots - 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
USB-C
DisplayPort
VGA
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 725 G3
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English / German Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
Software Included HP Recovery Manager, HP ePrint, HP Spare Key, Password Manager, Windows Defender, HP Velocity, HP Secure Erase, HP Security Manager, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalog, HP Credential Manager, Absolute Persistence, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Device Access Manager, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP LAN-WLAN Protection, Native Miracast, HP JetAdvantage, HP PhoneWise, HP Sure Click, HP BIOSphere Gen4, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen2, Ivanti Management Suite (subscription required), HP Client Security Suite Gen4 -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 725 G3
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), padlock loop Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power-on password, Setup Password, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Pre-boot Authentication, MU-MIMO technology, Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 4, HP Sure Run, HP Sure Recover -
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, ICCP -
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 - parts and labour - 3 years - on-site Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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