HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient amd processor

robust security features

lightweight design

affordable price point

fast charging support

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

mediocre speaker output

ASUS BR1402C (i381XA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS BR1402C (i381XA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

efficient multitasking

decent battery life

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics card

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook and ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook vs. ASUS BR1402C (i381XA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm 33.29 cm x 22.89 cm x 2.1 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.56 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour - Mineral grey
DISPLAY HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology 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 Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, narrow bezel bent Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 N305
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 3.8 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 6 MB
MEMORY HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, privacy camera Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Audio Features - Output: Audio by Dirac
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852BE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111HSH -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11w, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11u, IEEE 802.11v, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6 -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 8 A 65 Watt, 20 V, 2.25 A
INPUT HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support, gesture function, spill-resistant Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 11 Pro Education
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Manageability & Integration Kit (free download), HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Privacy Settings, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP SureStart Gen7, HP Smart Support, HP Connect for Microsoft Endpoint Manager, HP Patch Assistant (free download), HP Sure Sense Gen2 MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook ASUS BR1402C (i381XA)
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart AC Adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features USB port control, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Admin, Secured-core PC capable, HP BIOSphere Gen 6 System password, LED indicator, rubber bumper, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, EAC, CIT, CP65, low halogen, IEEE 1680, ICCP, RED RoHS, REACH
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 - 3Y
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