HP EliteBook 865 G10vsHP EliteBook 860 G9

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

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HP EliteBook 865 G10
EliteBook 865 G10

Quick Stats

The HP EliteBook 865 G10 boasts exceptional performance with its AMD Ryzen 7 Pro processor delivering high power efficiency.
The HP EliteBook 865 G10 boasts an impressive build quality, reflecting its business-class origins perfectly always.
The HP EliteBook 865 G10's subpar display quality is a notable drawback to its overall performance.
The HP EliteBook 865 G10 features a quiet keyboard, smooth touchpad, and decent webcam for virtual meetings.
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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.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
HP EliteBook 865 G10
Winner
#365
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#366
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP EliteBook 865 G10
#77
Winner
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#242
Display
HP EliteBook 865 G10
#436
Winner
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#439
Performance
HP EliteBook 865 G10
#137
Winner
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#341
Build
HP EliteBook 865 G10
#662
Winner
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#665
Features
HP EliteBook 865 G10
#757
HP EliteBook 860 G9
#458
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP EliteBook 865 G10
HP HP EliteBook 860 G9
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7840U
Intel Core i7-1280P
AMD Radeon 780M
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 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 865 G10

Strengths

The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U processor gives you the best of both worlds, using tons of power for demanding users but giving excellent battery life and near Silent Running.
The quiet comfortable keyboard is easy to type on for long hours with impressive inputs targeted at business users.
The gigantic touchpad is smooth and precise, good enough to keep my Bluetooth mouse in sync.
The 5 megapixel webcam doesn't fail very good quality in less than decent lighting conditions thanks to AI software enhancements.
The device has plenty of ports to plug in your other devices without carrying adapters or a portable docking station.
Battery life is excellent with the 76w battery giving a day's work plus added performance time for 5G.
The processor and integrated GPU (Radon 780M) deliver phenomenal performance for business power users but are frugal in power usage.
The device is perfect for those who want a spot of after-hours gaming, especially with an upgrade to 32 GB dual Channel memory.

Weaknesses

The UK HP store sells the G10 with a poor 250 nits display panel, which is ridiculous compared to the US variant's 400 nits panel.
The device comes with a smaller 51w battery in some configurations, which may not provide enough power for demanding users.
The lack of an integrated 5G eSIM card means business users can't sign up to prepaid data plans on the go.
The display panel's low brightness may be a issue for those who work in bright environments.
The device may not have enough ports for some users, although this is mitigated by its portable docking station capabilities.
Battery life suffers when using heavy workloads or high-performance settings (3.5 hours).
Upgrading to 32 GB dual Channel memory is necessary to get the most out of the integrated GPU for gaming and demanding tasks.
The device's design may not be as sleek as some other laptops on the market, but it makes up for this with its excellent performance and features.

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.
Read Full Reviews

HP EliteBook 865 G10

The HP EliteBook 865 G10 is a powerhouse of a laptop that seamlessly blends performance with battery life. Equipped with the AMD Ryzen 7 Pro processor, this device delivers impressive processing power without sacrificing all-day battery life. The integrated Radeon RX 780M GPU offers smooth performance for demanding tasks and casual gaming. A generous array of ports, including USB-C and HDMI, make it easy to stay connected. We'll delve into the details of this sleek 16-inch business laptop in our review.

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?

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