HP ENVY 17vsHP 470 G9

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

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HP ENVY 17
ENVY 17

Quick Stats

The HP Envy 17's performance is sufficient for most users' needs, despite some occasional frame drops.
The HP Envy 17's sturdy and premium build makes it feel solid in the hand, exceptional overall.
The main issue with the HP Envy 17's display is its low peak brightness of 300 nits.
The HP Envy 17 boasts impressive i/o port diversity and high-quality display with touch capabilities as notable features.
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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.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
HP ENVY 17
Winner
#658
HP 470 G9
#659
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP ENVY 17
#519
HP 470 G9
#337
Winner
Display
HP ENVY 17
#723
Winner
HP 470 G9
#862
Performance
HP ENVY 17
#342
Winner
HP 470 G9
#417
Build
HP ENVY 17
#670
Winner
HP 470 G9
#671
Features
HP ENVY 17
#759
HP 470 G9
#462
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP ENVY 17
HP HP 470 G9
up to 96GB
up to 64GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD + up to 1000GB HDD
Intel Core Ultra 7 155U
Intel Core i7-1255U
Intel Graphics (4-Cores)
NVIDIA GeForce MX550
N/A
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe slot See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

HP ENVY 17

Strengths

Well-crafted build that's sturdy and looks nice
Great premium materials, high-quality display with touch captivity, and impressive IO Port diversity
Excellent performance, great thermals, and decent battery life (up to 9 hours)
Full HD IPS display with wide viewing angles, vibrant colors, and a standard 60hz refresh rate

Weaknesses

Lackluster webcam that struggles in low-light settings
Battery life could be better, especially considering the size of the battery (55 Whr)
Keyboard is one of the worst things about this laptop, with poor typing experience and lack of backlighting
Speakers are underwhelming, with limited volume and decent bass

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
Read Full Reviews

HP ENVY 17

The HP Envy 17 is a behemoth of a laptop that promises to deliver premium performance in a sturdy and stylish package. With its impressive build quality, vibrant display, and robust IO port selection, this device seems like an ideal choice for those seeking a reliable workhorse or entertainment machine. But does it live up to its lofty expectations? Our review delves into the details of its strengths and weaknesses, helping you decide if this laptop is the right fit for your needs.

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.

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