HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

sleek aluminum design

impressive audio quality

comfortable keyboard

fast charging support

high price tag

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

limited port selection

MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

vivid full hd display

efficient cooling system

competitive price point

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 23.38 cm x 1.92 cm 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.68 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology 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 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB L3 - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
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 0
STORAGE HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Max Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, HP World Facing Microphone / dual-array digital microphone Speakers, microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Output: Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 39.3 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 5 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (white)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad Precision touchpad, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI, HP Wireless Button Driver, HP Client Catalog, HP Driver Packs, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP WorkWell, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen4, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, Tile MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Tile module, hall sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Automatic DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Sure Run Gen 3, HP Sure Recover Gen 3, HP Sure Admin, HP Pro Security Edition, HP BIOSphere Gen 6 MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, ICCP -
SAR Value 1.769 W/kg -
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 Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 003UK
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