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Updated January 12, 2024·
For better performance, especially with intensive tasks like engineering or 3D design, the HP EliteBook 845 G9 is a more suitable option as it has a stronger processor and better graphics capabilities. It also offers a higher resolution and more vivid display, which is important for creative work. However, its greater capabilities come with a higher price and slightly heavier weight, impacting portability. In contrast, the HP Stream 14" is budget-friendly and lighter, making it more portable but with limited performance and a lower resolution display, best suited for general use like web browsing, and document editing. The HP Stream might struggle with more demanding applications due to its basic processor and graphics. Battery life will also be a consideration, as performance laptops often have shorter battery lives compared to more basic models, which could be a factor if you're often on the go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP EliteBook 845 G9
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Stream 14"
- The HP Stream 14" has no clear advantages over the HP EliteBook 845 G9.
Key differences
General Use
7.7
6.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
402.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for general use, while the HP Stream 14" is only fair.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is better for general use due to its premium build quality, powerful AMD Ryzen 5 CPU, more vibrant screen with higher resolution and brightness, and longer battery life. In contrast, the HP Stream 14" offers fairly comparable general performance with the same amount of RAM but has a less capable Intel Celeron CPU, lower quality TN screen with less brightness and lower resolution, and shorter battery life, which are acceptable at a more budget-friendly price point.
Gaming and AI
6.3
5.7
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
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 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP Stream 14" is poor.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 offers fair gaming and 3D performance due to its more capable GPU (AMD Radeon 660M) and better screen quality (IPS panel with higher resolution), whereas the HP Stream 14" delivers poor performance in the same areas because of its less powerful GPU (Intel UHD Graphics 600) and lower-quality TN panel with lower resolution. Despite both having similar screen refresh rates, the differences in GPU and screen quality are significant contributors to the overall gaming and 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
7.2
5.7
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for engineering and design, while the HP Stream 14" is poor.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is favored for engineering and design due to its potent AMD Ryzen processor, superior AMD Radeon GPU, and high-resolution IPS screen, which provide strong performance and sharp, accurate visuals critical for such tasks. In contrast, the HP Stream 14" is less suitable because of its weaker Intel Celeron processor, basic Intel UHD Graphics, and lower-quality TN display, which may hinder the demanding processing and detailed graphic work typical in engineering and design.
Content Creation
7.6
6.7
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for content creation, while the HP Stream 14" is only fair.
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
6.5
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for software development, while the HP Stream 14" is only fair.
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.
Screen Quality
7.1
5.2
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
402.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a better screen than the HP Stream 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize a crisp and clear display for everyday tasks, the HP EliteBook's higher resolution and brightness offer a more vibrant and sharp experience compared to the HP Stream. For engineering and design work where accurate color representation is key, the EliteBook's superior color gamut coverage ensures that colors are more vivid and true-to-life, making it a more suitable choice. However, for 3D applications or gaming, the HP EliteBook may fall short due to a lower refresh rate, which can result in less smooth visuals, while the HP Stream's screen quality wouldn't be ideal for these tasks either due to poor resolution and refresh rates.
Battery
12.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has 12 hours of battery life. The HP Stream 14" has 7.5 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
8.0
5.5
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has very good build quality, while the HP Stream 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$740
$299
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a price of $740 and the HP Stream 14" costs $299.
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Key similarities
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and HP Stream 14" both have very good portability.
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How the HP EliteBook 845 G9 and the HP Stream 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP EliteBook 845 G9 | HP Stream 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$740 | $299 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.76'' | 12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.42" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.82" | 8.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 6650U | Intel Celeron N4120 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 320 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 402 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 8.2/10 | |
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 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
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 Stream 14"
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Zachary Cuevas | November 2021
"With half of the main system memory and a fraction of the storage that we recommend in any budget Windows laptop, the HP Stream 14 does not impress. Perhaps it doesn't need to, depending on your reference point. For the price, you're getting a functional laptop with Windows 10, which already places the HP Stream 14 above most Chromebooks on that merit alone. Still, in this price range, you can't do much worse, but you can do better. In fact, for just $100 more, you can grab the much superior budget option, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14."
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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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