HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook vs. Dell XPS 13 9305

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook
HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook

Our Rating: 72 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook and Dell XPS 13 9305. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

strong build quality

good battery life

decent performance specs

affordable price point

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

modest storage capacity

Dell XPS 13 9305 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell XPS 13 9305 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

sharp, vibrant display

solid build quality

fast performance

good battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

higher price point

average webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook and Dell XPS 13 9305
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook vs. Dell XPS 13 9305 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.85 cm x 23.1 cm x 1.8 cm 30.176 cm x 19.924 cm x 1.58 cm
Weight 1.49 kg 1.16 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, carbon fibre
Colour Pike silver aluminium Platinum silver with black carbon fibre | Platinum silver
DISPLAY HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 13.3"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 166
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Infinity Edge display, Wide Viewing Angle, 30 ms response rate, ±89° horizontal viewing angle, ±89° vertical viewing angle, 0.15 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 4267 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 4267 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s - triple-level cell (TLC) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features - RGB camera, 78 degrees
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions 720p 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3271-CG
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features - MaxxAudio Pro
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 52 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (powered)
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included - McAfee LiveSafe (12 months subscription), Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power-on password, Setup Password, Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network -
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, ICCP -
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 -
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