HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

good battery life

affordable price point

enhanced security features

average display quality

limited upgrade options

heavier design

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook and Dell Latitude 3580
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook vs. Dell Latitude 3580 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Dell Latitude 3580
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.6 cm x 23 cm x 2.19 cm 37.9 cm x 25.5 cm x 2.33 cm
Weight 1.66 kg 1.95 kg
Colour Jack black -
DISPLAY HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Dell Latitude 3580
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Ultra Slim Design, HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare, Micro Edge, narrow bezel bent Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Dell Latitude 3580
CPU Intel Celeron N5100 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7100U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Burst Technology -
MEMORY HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Dell Latitude 3580
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Dell Latitude 3580
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 500 GB HDD SATA / 7200 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Dell Latitude 3580
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1280 x 720
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3246
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Dell Latitude 3580
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111HSH-CG -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO -
BATTERY HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Dell Latitude 3580
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Dell Latitude 3580
Input AC 90-265 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt, 19.5 V, 3.34 A
INPUT HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Dell Latitude 3580
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, pick resistant, spill-resistant -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Dell Latitude 3580
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
LAN
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Dell Latitude 3580
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 SE - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Driver Packs, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP MAC Address Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Classroom Manager, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP Image Assistant Gen5, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Connect for Microsoft Endpoint Manager, HP Patch Assistant (free download), HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen4 (free download) Microsoft Office (30 days trial), McAfee SecurityCenter (30 days trial, digital delivery)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Dell Latitude 3580
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter Power adapter
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, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Start Gen 7 -
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, BNCI -
ENERGY STAR Certified 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 - 1 year
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