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Updated January 10, 2024·
If your priority is performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 with a more powerful GPU and better performance scores for such tasks offers advantages; however, it's heavier and has less portability than the HP EliteBook 845 G9. On the other hand, the EliteBook comes with superior portability, a higher port count, and a higher-resolution IPS screen with a more productivity-friendly aspect ratio, better for general use and office tasks. Expect the ASUS to cost more while providing an OLED display with better contrast and color coverage, ideal for creative work involving video or photo editing. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15
- Excellent battery life
Advantages of the HP EliteBook 845 G9
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.6
7.1
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
346.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
402.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has a better screen than the HP EliteBook 845 G9 for general use, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers superior screen quality for general use and engineering tasks due to its high resolution and brightness, along with excellent color coverage which is crucial for color-accurate work. However, its slower refresh rate makes it less ideal for gaming and 3D work, where a higher refresh rate is crucial for smooth motion. In contrast, the HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a generally good display for everyday and professional design work, but like the ASUS, it falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to a lower refresh rate.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has very good portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,109
$740
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has a price of $1,109 and the HP EliteBook 845 G9 costs $740.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
346.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
402.0 nits
12.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers a vivid OLED screen and a dedicated graphics card for a clear visual experience and capable handling of graphics tasks, but it is slightly heavier and less portable than many laptops due to its larger size and battery. In contrast, the HP EliteBook 845 G9 provides a lighter and more compact form with high-quality IPS display and efficient heat management, though it has integrated graphics which are generally not as powerful as dedicated ones. Both are equipped with ample CPU power and RAM for smooth performance in general use, with the ASUS favoring those needing a more graphics-intensive experience and the HP appealing to those seeking greater portability and comfort of use.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.3
4.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 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.
Engineering and Design
7.5
7.2
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
4.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and HP EliteBook 845 G9 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 stands out for engineering and design work with its combination of a high-performance AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU, and a vibrant OLED screen, making it suitable for resource-intensive applications and accurate color work. In contrast, the HP EliteBook 845 G9, while also equipped with a capable AMD Ryzen 5 CPU and integrated AMD Radeon GPU, shines with its portability, high screen brightness, and a slightly higher resolution, appealing to those who prioritize mobility and screen clarity.
Content Creation
7.7
7.6
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 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
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 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.
Battery
12.5 Hours
12.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has 12.5 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.
Build Quality
7.6
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP EliteBook 845 G9 to have very good build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 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 Pro 15 and the HP EliteBook 845 G9 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 | HP EliteBook 845 G9 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,109 | $740 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.76'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.41 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 12.42" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.37" | 8.82" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | AMD Ryzen 5 6650U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12.5 Hours | 12 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 346 nits | 402 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 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 | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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ASUS Zenbook Pro 15
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Allen Ngo | May 2022
"The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers a strong CPU, chassis, and display. One of the most popular 15.6-inch prosumer or multimedia laptops out there is the Dell XPS 15. Thus, comparisons between it and the Asus Zenbook Pro 15 are inevitable. Asus has a couple of tricks up its sleeve that XPS users are still missing out on including 1080p OLED and an AMD Ryzen CPU which help separate the Zenbook Pro 15 from the XPS 15. It also integrates a numpad and a few more port options albeit at the cost of a larger chassis size."
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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