HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook vs. HP 255 G7 Notebook

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HP 255 G7 Notebook

Side by side comparison and review of HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook and HP 255 G7 Notebook. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook vs. HP 255 G7 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm 37.6 cm x 24.6 cm x 2.25 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.78 kg
Colour - Dark ash silver
DISPLAY HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 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 Slim Design, HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz AMD Athlon Silver 3050U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz 3.2 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 4 MB
MEMORY HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz / PC4-19200
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s - triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Camera Features IR camera, privacy camera -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852BE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Realtek RTL8821CE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111HSH -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 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 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
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Miracast, single stream (1x1), CNVi
BATTERY HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 41 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10.5 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 8 A 45 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support, gesture function, spill-resistant Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
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
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic - English
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 HP Support Assistant, McAfee LiveSafe, HP Setup Integrated OOBE, HP Documentation, HP Audio Switch, HP JumpStart, HP SSRM
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook HP 255 G7 Notebook
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart AC Adapter HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter
Integrated Options HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0)
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 -
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 UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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