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Updated January 10, 2024·
When choosing between the HP EliteBook 845 G9 and the HP Envy x360 15", consider how you plan to use the laptop. The EliteBook offers a more powerful processor, more RAM, and more storage, making it better suited for professional tasks and multitasking. It's a premium business laptop that comes with Windows 11 Pro, providing features catered to enterprise environments. On the other hand, the Envy x360, with its touch-enabled display and flexible 2-in-1 design, is more versatile for everyday use and multimedia. Although it has slightly less processing power and storage capacity, it may suffice for routine tasks and entertainment. The EliteBook is more expensive than the Envy, so if budget is a concern, the Envy x360 may be the more attractive option. In terms of portability, both are reasonably lightweight and durable, but the Envy's larger screen size could make it less compact. Both offer a full day's battery life, with the Envy slightly outperforming the EliteBook. Consider these trade-offs when making your decision based on your specific needs and preferences. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP EliteBook 845 G9
- Good for engineering and design
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
- Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.7
7.2
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
402.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for general use, though the HP EliteBook 845 G9 is somewhat better.
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.
Engineering and Design
7.2
6.5
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 stands out as better for engineering and design due to its higher RAM and more powerful CPU and GPU, which are crucial for demanding tasks and software that those fields require. In contrast, the HP Envy x360 15" has lower RAM and less powerful integrated graphics, making it sufficient for basic engineering tasks but may struggle with more intensive workloads; however, its convertible design offers greater versatility for on-the-go use and presentations.
Screen Quality
7.1
6.2
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
402.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a better screen than the HP Envy x360 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 offers a vibrant display with high resolution and brightness, making it suitable for general use and detailed engineering tasks, but its lower refresh rate makes it less ideal for gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the HP Envy x360 15" provides an acceptable viewing experience for everyday tasks and some level of design work but falls short due to less coverage of professional color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB. For gaming and 3D work, both laptops aren't optimal since they don't prioritize high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion.
Battery
12.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has 12 hours of battery life. The HP Envy x360 15" has 10 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
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has very good portability, while the HP Envy x360 15" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.0
7.2
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has very good build quality, while the HP Envy x360 15" has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$740
$430
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a price of $740 and the HP Envy x360 15" costs $430.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.0
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and HP Envy x360 15" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and the HP Envy x360 15" are both equipped with GPUs and screen refresh rates that are suitable for mid-level gaming and handling some 3D tasks, but they might not deliver the high-end gaming experience due to their moderate GPU power and standard 60Hz screen refresh rates. Both models feature AMD integrated graphics—Radeon 660M for the EliteBook and Vega 7 for the Envy, which could be enough for casual gaming, but demanding games and complex 3D applications would benefit from stronger GPUs and higher refresh rates.
Content Creation
7.6
7.3
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and HP Envy x360 15" 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
7.7
7.2
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and HP Envy x360 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.
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How the HP EliteBook 845 G9 and the HP Envy x360 15" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP EliteBook 845 G9 | HP Envy x360 15" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$740 | $430 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.76'' | 14.1'' x 9'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 4.43 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.42" | 14.07" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.82" | 8.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 6650U | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 402 nits | 271 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
HP Envy x360 15"
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Matt Elliott | January 2023
"Despite its good looks, stellar webcam and comfortable keyboard, the Envy x360 15 is hard to recommend because of its dim, 16:9 display. If the display isn't an issue for you, just be sure to wait for a good sale price. Otherwise, a more modern two-in-one with a 16:10 display such as the Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 or Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 provides a larger workspace without adding much to the size and weight of the system."
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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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