HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

robust security features

lightweight aluminum chassis

high-resolution display

fast charging support

expensive price point

limited port variety

noisy under load

average battery life

Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

sharp OLED display

efficient AMD processor

ample storage options

good battery life

limited port selection

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook and Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
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84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
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85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook vs. Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.87 cm x 25.09 cm x 1.92 cm 35.755 cm x 24.59 cm x 1.295 cm
Weight 1.769 kg 1.2 kg
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour - Olivine black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 16" OLED
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 3200 x 2000 (WQXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP Glare, CineCrystal, Acer BluelightShield technology, Eyesafe technology, 1 ms response rate, HDR 500 True Black
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 7840U / 3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
MEMORY HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M AMD Radeon 780M
Camera Yes Yes - QHD
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy camera, HP Auto Frame Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1440p
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3315 -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Input: AI noise reduction
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Wireless NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852BE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 54 Wh
Battery Life Up to 17.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4/DisplayPort (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 11 Home
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 PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Privacy Settings, HP Sure Sense, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP SureStart Gen7, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Quick Touch, HP Sure Recover Gen5, HP Sure Run Gen5, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen4 (free download) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Acer Swift Edge 16 (SFE16)
Included Accessories HP 65 Watt nPFC Slim USB-C AC Adapter USB-C power adapter
Bundled with HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (1 year) -
Integrated Options Hall sensor, HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Microsoft Pluton chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Automatic DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology, Acer TwinAir cooling technology
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display
SAR Value - 2 W/kg (limb), 2 W/kg (body), 2 W/kg (head)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 2 W/kg (head)
2 W/kg (body)
2 W/kg (limb)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 43
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