HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook vs. HP 250 G8 Notebook

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

Our Rating: 72 %

HP 250 G8 Notebook
HP 250 G8 Notebook

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook and HP 250 G8 Notebook. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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

HP 250 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP 250 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

adequate port selection

good battery life

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

modest storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook and HP 250 G8 Notebook
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
76 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook vs. HP 250 G8 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.85 cm x 23.1 cm x 1.8 cm 35.8 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.49 kg 1.74 kg
Colour Pike silver aluminium Dark ash silver
DISPLAY HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Micro Edge, narrow bezel bent
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s - triple-level cell (TLC) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s - triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features - HP TrueVision HD, Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)
Video Resolutions 720p 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Realtek RTL8822CE
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features - Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 41 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.25 hours Up to 9.75 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 8 A
INPUT HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support Multi-touch touchpad, gesture function, PTP certified touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), HP Setup Integrated OOBE, HP Documentation, HP Audio Switch, HP JumpStart, Native Miracast, HP SSRM, HP QuickDrop, Xerox DocuShare (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 430 G7 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection 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 HP Fast Charge
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, ICCP UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, ICCP, RED, AUS/NZ, BNCI
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 - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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