HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)

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HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim lightweight design

sharp 2560x1600 display

solid state drive storage

good battery life

competitive price point

average graphics performance

no HDMI port

limited color options

8GB RAM may limit

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 1.99 cm 29.7 cm x 21.1 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.74 kg 1.23 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Natural silver Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare, narrow bezel bent Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 6600U / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 6-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 660M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, privacy camera Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Harman-branded, AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111HSH -
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 Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 19.1 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 19.1 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
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
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 11 Pro - English
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 (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 13s G4 ARB (21AS)
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart USB-C AC Adapter USB-C slim wall mount power adapter
Integrated Options Tile module -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
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 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
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