HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook vs. Microsoft Surface Laptop SE

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HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook
HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook

Our Rating: 78 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook and Microsoft Surface Laptop SE. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

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

Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Laptop SE based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

integrated with windows 11

good battery life

simple user interface

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

minimal connectivity options

lower performance levels

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook and Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook vs. Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37 cm x 25.17 cm x 1.82 cm 28.37 cm x 19.305 cm x 1.758 cm
Weight 1.78 kg 1.1124 kg
Case Material Aluminum Plastic
Colour - Glacier
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 11.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 135
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Slim Design, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare -
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Burst Technology
MEMORY HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz / PC4-19200 -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
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) 64 GB eMMC
SSD Cache 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) (PCIe (NVMe)) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features IR camera, HP Privacy HD 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - PCI Express Half Mini Card -
Network Interface 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 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 16 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, multi-gesture clickpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Interfaces USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C
USB
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English / German Windows 11 SE
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 Microsoft 365 for Education (requires licence or subscription)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G6 Notebook Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor Hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano 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 Bulk packaging
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, ICCP -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
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 - 1 year
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