HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook vs. HP 255 G7 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP 255 G7 Notebook
HP 255 G7 Notebook

Our Rating: 65 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook and HP 255 G7 Notebook. 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

HP 255 G7 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP 255 G7 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

sufficient connectivity options

includes numeric keypad

average display quality

modest processor performance

limited graphics capabilities

no backlight keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook and HP 255 G7 Notebook
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
64 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook vs. HP 255 G7 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.87 cm x 25.09 cm x 1.92 cm 37.6 cm x 24.6 cm x 2.25 cm
Weight 1.769 kg 1.78 kg
Colour - Dark ash silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1366 x 768 (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 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP Slim Design, HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz AMD Athlon Silver 3050U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 3.2 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 4 MB
MEMORY HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable))
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 2400 MHz / PC4-19200
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s - triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy camera, HP Auto Frame -
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3315 -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Wireless NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852BE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Realtek RTL8821CE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Bluetooth Class Class 2 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 IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, 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 Miracast, single stream (1x1), CNVi
BATTERY HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 41 Wh
Battery Life Up to 17.25 hours Up to 10.5 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
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 45 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
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
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic - English
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) HP Support Assistant, McAfee LiveSafe, HP Setup Integrated OOBE, HP Documentation, HP Audio Switch, HP JumpStart, HP SSRM
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Included Accessories HP 65 Watt nPFC Slim USB-C AC Adapter HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC 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 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0)
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 -
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °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
Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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