HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

powerful processor performance

long battery life

bright display quality

fast ssd storage

higher price point

no dedicated gpu

limited port selection

average speaker quality

HP 255 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP 255 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent battery life

solid build quality

adequate performance

good connectivity options

average display quality

modest graphics power

limited storage capacity

no backlight keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook and HP 255 G8 Notebook
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook vs. HP 255 G8 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook HP 255 G8 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.06 cm x 17.78 cm x 1.79 cm 35.8 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 990 g 1.74 kg
Case Material Metal -
Colour - Dark ash silver
DISPLAY HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook HP 255 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, narrow-bezel design
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook HP 255 G8 Notebook
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5600U / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook HP 255 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 2400 MHz / PC4-19200
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook HP 255 G8 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook HP 255 G8 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter HP TrueVision HD
Video Resolutions 720p 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook HP 255 G8 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8822CE Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111HSH-CG
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v
Features Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook HP 255 G8 Notebook
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 53 Wh 41 Wh
Battery Life Up to 20 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook HP 255 G8 Notebook
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A 45 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook HP 255 G8 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, DuraKeys Multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook HP 255 G8 Notebook
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook HP 255 G8 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, Microsoft 365 (Trial), HP Wireless Button Driver, HP LAN-WLAN Protection, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Fingerprint Sensor, HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Privacy Settings, HP Sure Sense, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP WorkWell, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HP Noise Cancellation Software, HP SureRun Gen4, HP Sure Recover Gen4, HP SureStart Gen7 HP Support Assistant, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), HP Setup Integrated OOBE, HP Documentation, HP Audio Switch, HP JumpStart, Native Miracast, HP SSRM, Xerox DocuShare (90 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 Notebook HP 255 G8 Notebook
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter Power adapter, HP Smart AC Adapter
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington 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, HP Secure Erase, MIL-STD-810H tested -
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, CP65, low halogen, IEEE 1680, ICCP, RED UL, BSMI, CCC, FCC, ICES
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
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 - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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