HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook and ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum chassis

powerful ryzen processors

comfortable keyboard design

good security features

decent battery life

average display quality

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre speakers

ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

affordable price point

fast SSD storage

decent processor performance

stylish design

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

basic display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook and ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm 32.2 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Metal Plastic
Colour Pike silver aluminium Black (bottom), coral crush
DISPLAY HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED 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 Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, narrow bezel bent ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, Tru2Life
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5600U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features Miracast, Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.75 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (powered)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, HP Wireless Button Driver, HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Image Assistant (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Noise Cancellation, HP LAN-WLAN Protection, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP WorkWell, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen4 (free dowload), HP Client Management Script Library (free download), Ivanti Management Suite (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, myHP, Xerox DocuShare (30 days trial) ASUS Splendid, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), MyASUS, Tru2Life
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 14 (A412FA)
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart AC Adapter Power adapter, backpack
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features USB port control, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested System password
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, BNCI -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
Model Number - EK1183T
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