HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

efficient AMD processor

affordable price point

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard

average battery life

modest display quality

no thunderbolt support

limited graphics performance

Microsoft Surface Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile form factor

high-resolution touchscreen

lightweight design

solid build quality

good battery life

higher price range

limited port selection

moderate storage options

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook and Microsoft Surface
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook vs. Microsoft Surface Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm 27.8 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.57 cm
Weight 1.385 kg 1.13 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate, anodised aluminium
Colour Pike silver plastic Platinum
DISPLAY HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Screen Size (Type) 14" 12.4"
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution - 1536 x 1024
Pixel Density (ppi) - 148
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 3:2
Features - Corning Gorilla glass 3, Color Calibrated, PixelSense, sRGB Mode, enhanced colour
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook Microsoft Surface
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 7530U / 2 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 12 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook Microsoft Surface
RAM 0 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 2 -
STORAGE HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 128 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features IR camera -
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual far-field studio microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3247-CG -
Compliant Standards - Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features - Output: Omnisonic speakers
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111HSH -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3az -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) -
BATTERY HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) - 41 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Output - 39 Watt
INPUT HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant Precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2/DisplayPort
USB 3.1
Headphone output (mini-phone 3.5 mm)
SurfaceConnect
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Pro
Software Included - Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 445 G10 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, HP Secure Erase, MIL-STD-810H tested Fast charging
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GS, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, KCC, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, Ukraine -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
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