HP 470 G9vsLenovo V17 Gen 2

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

HP
HP 470 G9
470 G9

Quick Stats

The HP 470 G9's performance is subpar due to thermal limitations and turbo boost capping at 15 watts.
The HP 470 G9's build quality is decent, prioritizing portability over ruggedness and durability.
The HP 470 G9's FHD IPS display delivers excellent accuracy with 98% sRGB color gamut and 310 nits brightness.
The HP 470 G9 boasts a great keyboard, decent ports, and excellent upgradeability features overall.
Lenovo
Lenovo V17 Gen 2
V17 Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo V17 Gen 2's performance is decent but may struggle with demanding workloads and prolonged usage.
The Lenovo V17 Gen 2's major letdown is its flimsy and fragile build quality overall.
The Lenovo V17 Gen 2's display is a standout feature with impressive quality and color accuracy.
The Lenovo V17 Gen 2 features two USB ports, HDMI outboard, audio jack, SD card reader.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
HP 470 G9
Winner
#659
Lenovo V17 Gen 2
#664
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP 470 G9
#337
Lenovo V17 Gen 2
#222
Winner
Display
HP 470 G9
#862
Lenovo V17 Gen 2
#742
Winner
Performance
HP 470 G9
#417
Winner
Lenovo V17 Gen 2
#629
Build
HP 470 G9
#671
Winner
Lenovo V17 Gen 2
#764
Features
HP 470 G9
#462
Winner
Lenovo V17 Gen 2
#578

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP 470 G9
Lenovo Lenovo V17 Gen 2
up to 64GB
up to 40GB
up to 4000GB SSD + up to 1000GB HDD
up to 2000GB SSD + up to 1000GB HDD
Intel Core i7-1255U
Intel Processor U300
NVIDIA GeForce MX550
NVIDIA GeForce MX350
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe slot See photo
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe slot See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

HP 470 G9

Strengths

the laptop can be used for business work
it's more suitable as a daily driver due to its large 17.3 inch display
portable and weighs only 2.08 kilograms with a profile of just 19.9 millimeters
ergonomics keyboard is fantastic offering Long Key travel and clicky feedback
the HP 470 G9 has an excellent keyboard
it's really portable for its size
upgradeability: two Sodom slots for ddr4 memory along with one m.2 slot in space for a 2.5 inch SSD
fantastic display with an fhd IPS panel reaching 310 nits of peak brightness

Weaknesses

not the most affordable out there
questionable display choices including a 900 ptn panel
some Flex from both the lid and the base
lid can't be fully opened with one hand
small 41 watt hour battery pack which doesn't last long
core i5 1235u gets outperformed by the ryzen 5 500u a Zen 2 CPU
no turbo boost beyond its 15 watt base wattage
single heat pipe and one fan setup might not be sufficient for heavy use

Lenovo V17 Gen 2

Strengths

Their full HD IPS display here is great offering decent peak brightness of around 350 nits good uniformity high contrast ratio and near full sRGB coverage
The keyboard here is a superstar with both a backlight and spill resistance
We have good enough key travel and clicky feedback on the touchpad has a Mylar cover which is plenty smooth while the clicking mechanism is comfortable and has a satisfying click
You can get decent performance out of this device, especially for entry-level and beginner creator work

Weaknesses

The plastic chassis with questionable build quality due to the thin profile and low weight
There are bendy areas such as the lid and the keyboard deck which shows the budget nature of the laptop
The cooling solution doesn't seem capable of sustaining a load on the chip, resulting in clock speeds going down and temperatures rising during stress tests
You only have two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, a slower USB 2.0 port, and an HDMI outboard, which may not be enough for more demanding users
Read Full Reviews

HP 470 G9

The HP 470 G9 is a laptop that, despite its ProBook counterpart, can serve as a capable business device. However, its 17.3-inch display makes it more suitable for daily use. Although not the most affordable option, it has three redeeming qualities. The laptop boasts an all-plastic design with a silver finish, excellent keyboard ergonomics, and impressive portability, weighing just 2.08 kilograms. With a few tweaks to its power management, this device could be a game-changer.

Lenovo V17 Gen 2

The Lenovo V17 Gen 2 is an affordable entry-level notebook that boasts a large display and impressive specs. With a sturdy plastic chassis, despite questionable build quality due to its thin profile and low weight, the laptop offers ample space for productivity and creation. The keyboard shines with backlighting and spill resistance, while the touchpad provides smooth navigation. We'll delve into the device's performance, cooling system, battery life, and display quality in this review.

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