HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook vs. Dell Vostro 3520

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook and Dell Vostro 3520. 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 450 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum chassis

impressive battery life

comfortable keyboard design

strong processor performance

good security features

average display brightness

no thunderbolt support

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

Dell Vostro 3520 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Vostro 3520 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

robust build quality

decent processor performance

good battery life

comfortable keyboard

average display quality

limited graphics capability

heavier design

fewer USB-C ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook and Dell Vostro 3520
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook vs. Dell Vostro 3520 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Dell Vostro 3520
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 1.99 cm 35.85 cm x 23.556 cm x 1.899 cm
Weight 1.74 kg 1.83 kg
Colour Natural silver Carbon black
DISPLAY HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Dell Vostro 3520
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 140
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 120 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) anti-glare, narrow bezel bent Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, Narrow Border Display, 35 ms response rate, 0.17925 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Dell Vostro 3520
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 8 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Dell Vostro 3520
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Dell Vostro 3520
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Dell Vostro 3520
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera, privacy camera 78.6 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, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Dell Vostro 3520
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 M.2 2230
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111HSH Realtek RTL8111H
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features Miracast, Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Dell Vostro 3520
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 41 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Dell Vostro 3520
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt, 19.5 V, 3.34 A
INPUT HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Dell Vostro 3520
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Dell Vostro 3520
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (powered)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Dell Vostro 3520
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 11 Pro - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, Microsoft 365 (Trial), HP Secure Erase, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Fingerprint Sensor, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, Tile, HP Smart Support Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence), McAfee Business Protection (1-year)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Dell Vostro 3520
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart USB-C AC Adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Tile module -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested -
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, UL 1642, low halogen, IEEE 1680, ICCP, RED, BNCI -
ENERGY STAR Certified 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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