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Updated March 22, 2024·
When deciding between the HP EliteBook 845 G9 and the MSI Creator M14, consider that the EliteBook typically offers a better price point and may suffice for everyday tasks and business applications, also focusing on durability and enterprise features. The MSI Creator, on the other hand, prioritizes performance for creative tasks, like video editing and design, due to its higher-end graphics capabilities. The MSI might have a shorter battery life due to these powerful components, while the HP EliteBook usually balances performance with longer battery life, making it more suitable for users who need to work on the go. If you need a high-performance machine for creative work and are willing to pay more, the MSI Creator M14 is suitable, but for budget-conscious consumers seeking a reliable and portable laptop for general use, the HP EliteBook 845 G9 is a solid choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP EliteBook 845 G9
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.3
7.3
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP EliteBook 845 G9 is only fair.
The MSI Creator M14 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications because it has a more powerful GPU which allows for smoother graphics and a higher screen refresh rate that makes fast-moving images crisper. While the HP EliteBook 845 G9 can handle these tasks to an extent, its GPU and lower screen refresh rate will not deliver the same level of performance and visual fluidity.
Engineering and Design
7.2
8.4
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 offers a balance between solid engineering performance and portability, but the MSI Creator M14 excels in handling more demanding engineering tasks due to its superior CPU, RAM, and GPU, along with a higher-quality screen that benefits design work. While both laptops have quality keyboards and are relatively quiet, the EliteBook is easier to carry around, but the Creator M14's superior speakers enhance multimedia experiences which might be less critical for engineering-focused users.
Screen Quality
7.1
7.5
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
402.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The MSI Creator M14 has a better screen than the HP EliteBook 845 G9 for general use, engineering and design, and software development.
The HP EliteBook and MSI Creator M14 both have screens with the clarity and brightness ideal for general use tasks like browsing and watching videos. For engineering and design, both laptops offer accurate colors across various spectrums, ensuring your work looks as intended. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fast-paced visuals are common, the lower refresh rates of these screens could lead to less smooth motion and a less immersive experience.
Battery
12.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has 12 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has very good portability, while the MSI Creator M14 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$740
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a price of $740 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
8.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
402.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for general use, while the HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good.
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 offers solid performance and portability for everyday tasks with a capable CPU and sufficient RAM, but the MSI Creator M14 stands out with its superior screen quality and longer battery life, appealing to those who prioritize a crisp display and less frequent charging for their general use. While both laptops handle general use well, the MSI offers the edge for extensive media consumption or work that benefits from better color accuracy and screen resolution, although the HP might be preferred if one desires a balance between performance and cost.
Content Creation
7.6
8.0
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for content creation, while the HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good.
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
7.8
6.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and HP EliteBook 845 G9 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
7.8
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP EliteBook 845 G9 to have very good build quality, while the MSI Creator M14 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP EliteBook 845 G9 | MSI Creator M14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$740 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.76'' | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.42" | 12.39" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.82" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 6650U | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 402 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
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 | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
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.
About MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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