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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is a midrange price, modular, and repair-friendly device known for its portability, with a better-than-average portability score, slightly longer battery life in typical usage, and a backlit keyboard. It has a relatively smaller screen with a higher resolution, which means text and images may be sharper, and a taller 3:2 aspect ratio, suitable for web browsing and document work. Conversely, the HP EliteBook 845 G9, similarly priced, offers more storage and memory, a slightly larger screen with a wider 16:10 aspect ratio that is better for productivity tasks, and a more business-oriented appearance with premium features. It scores slightly higher for 3D and machine learning performance, but the Framework outscores it in heat management and fan noise, which can contribute to a quieter working environment. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the HP EliteBook 845 G9
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.4
7.1
13.5in
SIZE
14.0in
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
472.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
402.0 nits
The Framework Laptop 13 has a better screen than the HP EliteBook 845 G9 for general use, and engineering and design.
The Framework Laptop 13 and the HP EliteBook 845 G9 both have displays that offer clear visuals and vibrant colors suitable for everyday tasks and professional engineering and design work, due to their high resolutions and wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation. However, they aren't ideal for gaming and 3D applications since they lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for the smooth rendering of fast-moving images. Their panel types and resolutions, while sufficient for sharpness and detail, don't compensate for the smoother visuals that a gamer would expect from a display with a faster refresh rate.
Battery
7.5 Hours
12.0 Hours
The Framework Laptop 13 has 7.5 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.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
13.5in
SIZE
14.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and HP EliteBook 845 G9 both have very good portability, though the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,079
$740
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has a price of $1,079 and the HP EliteBook 845 G9 costs $740.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.7
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
472.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
402.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.3
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and HP EliteBook 845 G9 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and the HP EliteBook 845 G9 are both rated as fair for gaming and 3D due to their integrated GPUs – the Intel i5-1340P Iris Xe and the AMD Radeon 660M, respectively, which offer moderate performance and support basic gaming and 3D tasks, but are not suited for high-end gaming or professional-level 3D work. Both laptops also have standard 60Hz refresh rate displays, which are adequate for casual gaming but may lack the smoothness desired for competitive gaming where higher refresh rates are preferred.
Engineering and Design
7.3
7.2
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and HP EliteBook 845 G9 are both good for engineering and design.
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) offers a high-quality screen and is lighter, making it more portable for engineering and design tasks, but has less memory and storage compared to the HP EliteBook 845 G9, which boasts double the RAM and storage, a slightly larger screen, and a premium business design suitable for professional environments.
Content Creation
7.5
7.6
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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
7.6
7.7
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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.
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 Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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 Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and the HP EliteBook 845 G9 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Framework Laptop 13 (2023) | HP EliteBook 845 G9 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,079 | $740 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.7'' x 9'' x 0.62'' | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.76'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.95 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.7" | 12.42" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.01" | 8.82" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1340P | AMD Ryzen 5 6650U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.5 Hours | 12 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 55 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.5" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2256 x 1504 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 472 nits | 402 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.8/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | 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 | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
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Scott Gilbertson | July 2023
"If you’re thinking of investing in your first Framework, now is the time. The kinks and rough edges have all been smoothed out and this is a very nice machine with a bright, upgradable future. The only reason I can think of to wait is the AMD model, which I’ll be sure to test as soon as I can get my hands on one."
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 Framework
Framework is a new American laptop manufacturer, specializing in modular and repairable laptops with the goals of promoting longevity and reducing electronic waste. They are a strong proponent of the right to repair movement. Framework laptops have replaceable RAM, storage, ports, keyboards, display bezels, mainboards, and more, making them a great choice for repairability-oriented individuals.
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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