HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook

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HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook and HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum chassis

powerful AMD processor

excellent keyboard feel

bright full-HD display

impressive security features

mediocre battery life

no 4K display option

limited port variety

higher price point

HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

sleek aluminum design

impressive audio quality

comfortable keyboard

fast charging support

high price tag

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook and HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.97 cm x 23.38 cm x 1.92 cm 35.9 cm x 23.38 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 1.69 kg 1.68 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Ambient light sensor, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 4750U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera Privacy shutter, IR camera
Video Resolutions 720p 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, HP World Facing Microphone / dual-array digital microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 56 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard HP Premium
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support, glass clickpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (Alternate Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI, HP Wireless Button Driver, HP Client Catalog, HP Driver Packs, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP WorkWell, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen4, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, Tile
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G8 Notebook
Included Accessories HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter USB-C power adapter
Bundled with HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (3 years) -
Integrated Options Hall sensor Tile module, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Automatic DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Sure Run Gen 3, HP Sure Recover Gen 3, HP Sure Admin, HP Pro Security Edition, HP BIOSphere Gen 6
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, ICCP
SAR Value - 1.769 W/kg
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
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