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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize longer battery life and a better webcam, the HP EliteBook 845 G9 stands out. It also offers more RAM for multitasking and complex tasks, suiting engineering work and general use. However, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED provides superior color coverage and higher display resolution, making it ideal for creative tasks that involve photo and video editing. The Zenbook's OLED screen is touch-enabled and has a higher refresh rate, beneficial for smooth visuals but at the expense of battery life. Both are portable; however, the HP is slightly lighter. The ASUS typically comes at a lower cost, so if budget is a concern and the tasks are primarily general use with some color-sensitive work, it may be the preferred choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the HP EliteBook 845 G9
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.7
7.2
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and HP EliteBook 845 G9 are both good for engineering and design, though the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is somewhat better.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED excels in engineering and design with its high-resolution OLED screen, providing vivid colors and contrast, which is crucial for visual tasks, though it has less RAM compared to HP EliteBook 845 G9, which offers more multitasking capability with double the RAM; both are equipped with capable CPUs and integrated graphics, but the HP's AMD option may appeal to those looking for a balance between power efficiency and performance, making it also a reliable choice for engineering and design, especially with its longer battery life and slightly lighter build for better portability.
Screen Quality
8.6
7.1
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
376.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
402.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a better screen than the HP EliteBook 845 G9 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED's high resolution and OLED panel ensure vibrant colors and deep blacks, making it excellent for both general use and detail-oriented work in engineering and design due to its wide color gamut coverage. The HP EliteBook 845 G9 provides a good balance of resolution and brightness, offering a satisfactory display for everyday tasks and professional work that requires color accuracy. However, both laptops have displays with lower refresh rates, which are not ideal for gaming or 3D applications where smoother motion and faster screen updates are crucial.
Battery
6.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 6 hours of battery life. The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has 12 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Cost
$575
$740
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a price of $575 and the HP EliteBook 845 G9 costs $740.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.7
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
376.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
402.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED offers an impressive OLED screen with higher resolution and color accuracy, which alongside its ample CPU and RAM, makes it appealing for a variety of tasks, but its battery life is shorter. Conversely, the HP EliteBook 845 G9, with its long battery life and premium keyboard, comes with a solid CPU and more RAM at the cost of a less vibrant IPS screen, positioning it as a strong competitor for prolonged general use with good portability.
Gaming and AI
6.5
6.3
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and HP EliteBook 845 G9 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Content Creation
7.6
7.6
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and HP EliteBook 845 G9 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.5
7.7
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and HP EliteBook 845 G9 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP EliteBook 845 G9 to have very good build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and the HP EliteBook 845 G9 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED | HP EliteBook 845 G9 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$575 | $740 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.9'' x 0.67'' | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.76'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.44 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.67" | 12.42" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.88" | 8.82" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-13500H | AMD Ryzen 5 6650U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 12 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 376 nits | 402 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
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Matthew Buzzi | September 2023
"While one of the more budget-friendly configurations of the Asus Zenbook 14X OLED may make a compelling case as a top value pick, it’s difficult to be disappointed with the more expensive model we reviewed here. At its core, for all models, it’s a luxury-built laptop with extreme portability and a gorgeous OLED display. Our unit rocks with a snappy Core i9 processor for getting real work done, and the discrete GPU—even if it has a clear power ceiling—is a bonus for creative pros."
HP EliteBook 845 G9
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Sebastian Jentsch | July 2022
"The high-end version of the HP EliteBook 845 G9 with a Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS, 32GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD packs a lot of power, but is still quiet and cool enough to operate in noise-sensitive environments. Quiet, cool and drawing on a massive 40 watts from the APU at the same time, however, is not possible. The 14-incher only has a single-fan solution and it only just manages to keep an near unthrottled Ryzen 9 in check."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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