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Updated January 10, 2024·
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 commands a higher price than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, but it's designed as a premium business laptop and is built to handle intensive engineering tasks better. Due to its AMD Ryzen processor and Radeon graphics, it offers a balance of good general performance and capability for 3D and machine learning tasks. The EliteBook is lighter and thus more portable, and it also features a higher quality keyboard and better webcam than the IdeaPad. On the other hand, the IdeaPad Slim 5i, with its Intel i5 processor and Iris Xe graphics, is a solid choice for general use and it's less expensive. However, it is heavier and has a lower overall performance compared to the EliteBook. Neither laptop is suited for intensive gaming despite their ability to manage lighter titles. The decision ultimately hinges on your need for a business-oriented, higher-performance laptop versus a more budget-friendly, general-use laptop. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP EliteBook 845 G9
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i
- The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has no clear advantages over the HP EliteBook 845 G9.
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.1
6.4
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
402.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
315.0 nits
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 offers a screen that delivers sharper images and more accurate colors, making it suitable for professionals who rely on visual precision for tasks like graphic design and engineering. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its refresh rate isn't high enough to provide the smooth visuals passionate gamers look for. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has a screen that is adequate for everyday tasks and casual design work but lacks the color range and high resolution that professional design work demands, and like the EliteBook, its refresh rate is too low for serious gaming.
Battery
12.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has 12 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has 8 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
16.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$740
$828
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a price of $740 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i costs $828.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.5
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
402.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
315.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i are both good for general use.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 excels in general use with its AMD Ryzen processor and vibrant screen with a high contrast ratio, offering fast performance suitable for various applications and outstanding visual quality, all packaged in a design that prioritizes portability and a respectable battery life. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, equipped with an Intel processor and a screen with a standard quality, offers similar general performance, ample battery life, and a larger screen for comfortable use, though at the expense of a slightly heavier form factor.
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.3
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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
7.2
7.0
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i are both good for engineering and design.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9, with an AMD Ryzen processor and dedicated Radeon GPU, offers strong performance and good screen quality for engineering and design tasks; however, its smaller screen size and lighter weight make it a more portable option, with reduced speaker quality being a minor compromise. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has an Intel processor with integrated graphics, ensuring capable performance despite the absence of a dedicated GPU, and features a larger screen, which benefits design work, but is heavier and thus less portable, also having lower speaker quality and operating noise levels.
Content Creation
7.6
7.4
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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
7.4
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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
8.0
7.6
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP EliteBook 845 G9 to have very good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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 HP EliteBook 845 G9 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| HP EliteBook 845 G9 | Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$740 | $828 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.76'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 4.17 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.42" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.82" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 6650U | Intel i5-1335U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 56.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 402 nits | 315 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
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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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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Robin Sinha | February 2021
"The device is made for average work loads and if your work has a lot to do with online browsing, using apps that are not power-hungry and streaming videos. The looks are really good and the device in itself is not a heavy one. And with Intel 11th-gen Core processor, you might sail through most of your work without complaints."
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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.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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