HP EliteBook 860 G9vsHP EliteBook 865 G9

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HP EliteBook 860 G9
EliteBook 860 G9

Quick Stats

The HP EliteBook 860 G9's performance is somewhat underwhelming due to cooling system limitations.
The HP EliteBook 860 G9 boasts an impressive, premium, and durable build quality that surpasses its price point.
The HP EliteBook 860 G9's display excels with exceptional brightness, contrast, and color accuracy.
The HP EliteBook 860 G9 boasts a large 16-inch display with high brightness and color gamut coverage.
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HP EliteBook 865 G9
EliteBook 865 G9

Quick Stats

The HP EliteBook 865 G9 delivers solid performance with ease, making it ideal for everyday business use.
The HP EliteBook 865 G9 boasts a sturdy and solid build with easy upgradability options available.
The HP EliteBook 865 G9's display offers good color accuracy and up to 21 hours battery life.
The HP EliteBook 865 G9 features a Ryzen 7 Pro chipset with integrated Radeon graphics and long battery life.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#366
HP EliteBook 865 G9
Winner
#364
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#242
HP EliteBook 865 G9
#241
Winner
Display
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#439
HP EliteBook 865 G9
#433
Winner
Performance
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#341
HP EliteBook 865 G9
#338
Winner
Build
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#665
HP EliteBook 865 G9
#656
Winner
Features
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#458
HP EliteBook 865 G9
#450
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP EliteBook 860 G9
HP HP EliteBook 865 G9
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1280P
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
AMD Radeon 680M
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

HP EliteBook 860 G9

Strengths

The device is made entirely of aluminum, making it lightweight and durable (1.76 kg and 19.2 mm profile).
The large 16-in display provides an excellent viewing experience with a maximum brightness of 509 nits.
The keyboard offers long key traveling clicky feedback, making it great for typing.
The laptop has good upgradeability options, including two SODIMM slots and one M.2 slot.
The battery life is impressive, lasting up to 23 hours of web browsing or 13 hours and 31 minutes of video playback.

Weaknesses

The touchpad can be quite finicky and skips all over the place.
The laptop's cooling system is not ideal, with a single heat pipe and fan that struggles to keep up with heavy loads.
The Core i7 processor doesn't score well in benchmarks, falling behind the Core i5 1254U-powered Dell Latitude 7530.
Upgrading to a more powerful CPU (i72 ATP model) is an option, but it's not clear if it would address the cooling issues.
The device's overall performance may suffer from heavy loads like video editing.

HP EliteBook 865 G9

Strengths

The laptop has epic battery life, with over 21 hours on my continuous web surfing test.
It's a great choice for business users who need mobile broadband, a spacious 16-inch display, and long battery life.
The keyboard is good, the touchpad is great, and the performance at the Ryzen 7 Pro chipset is very good.
Integrated Radeon graphics are very good for productivity tasks like typing out documents and emails.
Everything on this laptop is upgradable, making it a great choice for users who want to upgrade their components in the future.

Weaknesses

There's no 4K option, which might be a drawback for some users who want a high-resolution display.
No OLED option is available, which could be a miss for those who value OLED panels.
High refresh rate isn't an option, which might limit gaming and multimedia performance.
No Ethernet port or SD card slot are included, making it less convenient to transfer files from external sources.
While the battery life is impressive, some users might still prefer a higher-resolution display over the epic battery life.
Read Full Reviews

HP EliteBook 860 G9

The HP EliteBook 860 G9 is a sleek and durable laptop that boasts an aluminum construction, weighing just 1.76 kg despite its large 16-inch display. Its rounded edges and corners make it feel even thinner in hand. With a generous selection of ports, including two Thunderbolt 4 ports and an HDMI 2.0 port, this laptop is well-equipped for productivity and multitasking. But how does it perform under the hood? And what about its battery life and display quality?

HP EliteBook 865 G9

The HP EliteBook 865 G9 is a 16-inch business-focused laptop that's making a strong case for itself as the go-to choice for professionals on-the-go. With its epic battery life, capable performance, and range of upgradability options, this device is designed to handle demanding tasks while keeping you connected and productive all day long. In this review, we'll delve into the features that make the EliteBook 865 G9 stand out from the crowd and whether it's the perfect fit for your business needs.

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