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Updated January 16, 2024·
For better performance, especially in tasks like engineering, 3D modeling, or heavy multitasking, the HP EliteBook 845 G9 with a stronger processor and more memory is a better option. However, this laptop tends to be heavier and more expensive. The Maypug 15" Laptop is easier on your wallet and lighter, which makes it more portable, but it has a less powerful processor and less memory, which might make it slower during demanding tasks. It's a solid choice for everyday activities like web browsing, document editing, and media consumption at a more affordable price. The HP also has a higher resolution display, which can be preferable for clarity, while the Maypug's battery life is longer, making it better for on-the-go use without frequent charging. 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 portability
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the HP EliteBook 845 G9.
Key differences
General Use
7.7
5.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
402.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is better suited for general use with a stronger CPU, more RAM, higher resolution and quality screen, and longer battery life, enhancing performance, multitasking, and visual clarity, whereas the Maypug 15" Laptop offers lower performance with its basic CPU, less RAM, lower resolution screen, and shorter battery life which may limit extensive or multitasking use. Despite the Maypug's larger screen size, it is less portable due to its heavier weight and lesser build quality which impacts its overall suitability for general tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.3
5.6
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
7.5/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is fair for gaming and 3D because it uses a more capable AMD Radeon GPU that performs better for such tasks, whereas the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor due to its basic Intel UHD Graphics GPU, impacting performance negatively for gaming and 3D applications. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates, but the GPU plays a very important role in gaming and 3D capabilities, making the EliteBook more suitable for these purposes.
Engineering and Design
7.2
5.6
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 shines for engineering and design with its higher-performing AMD Ryzen CPU, more powerful AMD Radeon GPU, and superior screen quality both in resolution and color accuracy, which are crucial for resource-intensive tasks and precision work.
Content Creation
7.6
5.9
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.9
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 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 Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.7
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
402.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a high-resolution display offering sharp and clear images, making it suitable for general use and detailed engineering tasks that benefit from accurate color reproduction. However, its refresh rate is lower, which means it's less ideal for gaming and 3D applications where smoother motion is crucial. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop has a lower quality display across the board, with reduced brightness and color accuracy, as well as a moderate refresh rate, resulting in a less than optimal experience for any of the mentioned use cases.
Battery
12.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has 12 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has very good portability, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.0
5.1
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has very good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$740
$600
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a price of $740 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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How the HP EliteBook 845 G9 and the Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP EliteBook 845 G9 | Maypug 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$740 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.76'' | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 3.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.42" | 13.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.82" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 6650U | Intel Celeron N5095 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 29.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 402 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 5.1/10 | |
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 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
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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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 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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