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

ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

fast SSD storage

vivid display colors

decent processor speed

average battery life

limited upgrade options

modest graphics performance

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook and ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook vs. ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.87 cm x 25.09 cm x 1.92 cm 35.93 cm x 22.94 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.769 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, plastic
Colour - Cool silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 13500H
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 12-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 18 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
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 ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy camera, HP Auto Frame Privacy shutter
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3315 -
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Output: Smart Amp, Asus Audio Booster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Wireless NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
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 ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 75 Wh
Battery Life Up to 17.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
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 1.35mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
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) McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook ASUS VivoBook S 15 (S5504VA)
Included Accessories HP 65 Watt nPFC Slim USB-C AC Adapter 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 Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington 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 ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP RoHS, REACH, Energy Star 8.0
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 - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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Model Number - BN290W
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