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 ProBook 640 G2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 640 G2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

efficient performance

good security features

solid keyboard design

reasonable price point

average display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

mediocre battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook and HP ProBook 640 G2
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 640 G2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.87 cm x 25.09 cm x 1.92 cm 34 cm x 23.7 cm x 2.7 cm
Weight 1.769 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 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%
Features WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 2133 MHz / PC4-17000
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 240 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon 680M Intel HD Graphics 520
Camera 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 -
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, DTS SOUND+
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Wireless NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 -
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 -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 17.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A -
INPUT HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
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
USB-C
USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (charging)
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
DisplayPort
VGA
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 865 G9 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
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 (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
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 HP ProBook 640 G2
Dockable - Yes
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 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
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 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
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
Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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