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

HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

powerful amd processor

lightweight and portable

high-resolution display

fast charging support

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no dedicated gpu

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook and HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.37 kg
Case Material Metal -
Colour Pike silver aluminium -
DISPLAY HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, narrow bezel bent -
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5600U / 2.3 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz -
Number of Cores 6-core -
Cache L3 - 16 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 0 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 2
STORAGE HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics No graphics
Camera Yes - HD -
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers
Codec - Realtek ALC3247
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 -
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 -
BATTERY HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 15.75 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name HP Premium HP Premium
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support Volume control, spill-resistant, ClickPad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
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
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (powered)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English No operating system
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) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 445 G8 Notebook HP EliteBook 645 G9 Notebook
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart AC Adapter -
Integrated Options - HP Tamper Lock
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor
Features USB port control, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, BNCI CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, BNCI
ENERGY STAR Certified 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 - 1 year -
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