HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook vs. Dell XPS 17 9710

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook and Dell XPS 17 9710. 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 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

Dell XPS 17 9710 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell XPS 17 9710 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive 4k display

powerful intel processor

sleek aluminum design

good battery life

excellent sound quality

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

no HDMI port

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook and Dell XPS 17 9710
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
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83 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook vs. Dell XPS 17 9710 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Dell XPS 17 9710
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.87 cm x 25.09 cm x 1.92 cm 37.448 cm x 24.808 cm x 1.315 cm
Weight 1.769 kg 2.53 kg
Colour - Platinum silver with black interior
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Dell XPS 17 9710
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 17"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 133
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP Anti-glare, Infinity Edge display, Wide Viewing Angle, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, Eyesafe technology, 0.1908 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Dell XPS 17 9710
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 12 MB
Chipset - Intel WM590
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Dell XPS 17 9710
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 8 GB (2 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Dell XPS 17 9710
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Dell XPS 17 9710
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 576 x 360 (infrared)
Resolution 5 Megapixel 0.92 Megapixel (standard), 0.2 Megapixel (infrared)
Camera Features Privacy camera, HP Auto Frame IR camera, Windows Hello, 78.5 degrees
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3315 Realtek ALC711-CG
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Dell XPS 17 9710
Wireless NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852BE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650
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 Dell XPS 17 9710
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 97 Wh
Battery Life Up to 17.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Dell XPS 17 9710
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 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Dell XPS 17 9710
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Dell XPS 17 9710
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
4 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Dell XPS 17 9710
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 (12 months subscription), Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook Dell XPS 17 9710
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 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 -
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP DisplayPort 1.4
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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