HP Dragonfly ProvsHP EliteBook 845 G11

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HP Dragonfly Pro
Dragonfly Pro

Quick Stats

The HP Dragonfly Pro's performance is decent but falls short of rivals, despite respectable battery life.
The HP Dragonfly Pro's build quality excels in design and durability, but falls short in internal modifiability.
The display delivers a crisp and clear image with good construction, but average resolution is its drawback overall.
The HP Dragonfly Pro boasts impressive features including AMD Ryzen, Wi-Fi 6E, and up to 32GB of RAM.
HP
HP EliteBook 845 G11
EliteBook 845 G11

Quick Stats

The HP EliteBook 845G11's performance is its standout feature, delivering excellent office and business results.
The overall build quality of the HP EliteBook 845G11 feels premium and solid with sturdy aluminum chassis.
The 14-inch IPS display offers a crisp and clear experience with 1920x1200 resolution and 16:10 aspect ratio.
The key feature of the HP EliteBook is its powerful performance with a compact design.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
HP Dragonfly Pro
#214
HP EliteBook 845 G11
Winner
#213
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP Dragonfly Pro
#327
HP EliteBook 845 G11
#326
Winner
Display
HP Dragonfly Pro
#419
HP EliteBook 845 G11
#418
Winner
Performance
HP Dragonfly Pro
#466
HP EliteBook 845 G11
#219
Winner
Build
HP Dragonfly Pro
#252
HP EliteBook 845 G11
#250
Winner
Features
HP Dragonfly Pro
#75
Winner
HP EliteBook 845 G11
#411

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP Dragonfly Pro
HP HP EliteBook 845 G11
up to 32GB
up to 64GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 7736U​
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U
AMD Radeon 680M
AMD Radeon 780M

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

HP Dragonfly Pro

Strengths

The battery life is fantastic, with run times of 10 to 12 hours, no problem.
The processing performance doesn't beat Intel, but the run times are just fantastic.
The laptop has a good looking package and solidly built.
It's not in the elite line of super expensive HP laptops, making it more affordable.
The display is good enough looking, despite not having blow your pants off resolution.
The laptop has quad stereo speakers, which is pretty good for a traditional laptop.
The battery is easily accessible, making it easy to swap out if needed.

Weaknesses

The Intel M2 MacBook Air can give this a run for the money in terms of performance and display resolution.
The Dell XPS 13 will get even faster performance, but with shorter battery life.
The laptop's serviceability is limited, making it difficult to upgrade or repair components.
The RAM is soldered on board, meaning you can't easily add more memory if needed.
The SSD and Wi-Fi card may be difficult to access due to the heat shroud and tape.
There's no convertible design, which means the speakers are always facing away from the user.
The laptop's internal components are not easily accessible, making it difficult to upgrade or repair.

HP EliteBook 845 G11

Strengths

The laptop weighs just over 1.4 kg, which is excellent for a 14-in model.
It feels sturdy and premium to the touch.
The battery lasts 8 to 10 hours under office workloads, more than enough for full workday.
You can actually upgrade this Ultrabook yourself, which is rare nowadays.

Weaknesses

There's no micro SD card slot in this model.
Slight issue with cooling system: the fan may run at higher speed for extended periods and the chassis can get quite warm under heavy loads.
Driver and BIOS update problems are sometimes reported, potentially causing boot issues or Windows errors.
The integrated graphics can only handle light gaming and basic graphic tasks.
Read Full Reviews

HP Dragonfly Pro

The HP Dragonfly Pro is a sleek and solidly built laptop that boasts a good looking package with a decent display. Powered by Ryzen inside, this device offers impressive performance and battery life, making it an attractive option for those in the Windows world. While it may not outshine its competitors in terms of specs and price, it's worth considering, especially when pitted against other ultra-books in its category.

HP EliteBook 845 G11

The HP EliteBook 845G11 is a business-class laptop that seamlessly blends compact design with powerful performance. Equipped with AMD's Ryzen processor, this model offers an efficient and performing option for business use. Weighing just over 1.4 kg, the laptop features a sturdy aluminum chassis and boasts an impressive battery life of 8-10 hours under office workloads. With upgradeable RAM, SSD, and Wi-Fi card, users have flexibility to customize their device. But does it truly live up to its promises?

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