HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

solid build quality

powerful intel processors

comfortable keyboard layout

good connectivity options

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no 4k display option

limited graphics performance

HP 470 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP 470 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum design

powerful processor options

bright full-hd display

ample connectivity ports

competitive pricing

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no thunderbolt support

basic graphics card

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook and HP 470 G9 Notebook
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook vs. HP 470 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 1.99 cm 40.07 cm x 25.78 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.74 kg 2.08 kg
Colour - Asteroid silver
DISPLAY HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3" - 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 Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, narrow-bezel design Slim Design, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, narrow-bezel design
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
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 0 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
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
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions 720p 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3247
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Realtek RTL8852BE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 41 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 7.12 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Input - AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 8 A
INPUT HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function Multi-touch touchpad, gesture function, image sensor
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Client Catalog, HP Driver Packs, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP System Software Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen3, HP Privacy Settings, HP WorkWell, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, HP Noise Cancellation Software HP Support Assistant, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI, Dropbox, HP Audio Switch, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, ExpressVPN (30 days trial), HP QuickDrop, HP Smart App, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, LastPass password manager (30 days trial), HP Smart Health (free download), McAfee Security (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook HP 470 G9 Notebook
Included Accessories HP 65W Smart AC Adapter HP 45W Smart AC Adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader 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 DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP BIOSphere Gen 5, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Client Security Manager Gen 6, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Sure Run Gen 3, HP Sure Recover Gen 3, HP Sure Admin, HP Pro Security Edition -
Compliant Standards Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen UL, BSMI, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen
Repairability Index 7.8 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 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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