HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook vs. HP 250 G8 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP 250 G8 Notebook
HP 250 G8 Notebook

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ProBook 445 G9 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 445 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient amd processor

robust security features

lightweight design

affordable price point

fast charging support

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

mediocre speaker output

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 445 G9 Notebook and HP 250 G8 Notebook
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
76 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook vs. HP 250 G8 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm 35.8 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.74 kg
Colour - Dark ash silver
DISPLAY HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" - 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 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 Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, narrow bezel bent Anti-glare, Micro Edge, narrow bezel bent
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s - triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, privacy camera 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 445 G9 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852BE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Realtek RTL8822CE
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111HSH -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 Class 2
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11w, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11u, IEEE 802.11v, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 41 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9.75 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 8 A 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 8 A
INPUT HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support, gesture function, spill-resistant Multi-touch touchpad, gesture function, PTP certified touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
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)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - 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 Manageability & Integration Kit (free download), HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Privacy Settings, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP SureStart Gen7, HP Smart Support, HP Connect for Microsoft Endpoint Manager, HP Patch Assistant (free download), HP Sure Sense Gen2 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 445 G9 Notebook HP 250 G8 Notebook
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart AC Adapter HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter
Integrated Options HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features USB port control, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Admin, Secured-core PC capable, HP BIOSphere Gen 6 HP Fast Charge
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, EAC, CIT, CP65, low halogen, IEEE 1680, ICCP, RED 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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