Microsoft Surface Laptop 4vsHP ProBook 450 G8

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Microsoft
Microsoft Surface Laptop 4
Surface Laptop 4

Quick Stats

The Surface Laptop 4 delivers solid, reliable, and efficient performance suitable for everyday tasks and light productivity work seamlessly.
The Surface Laptop 4's build quality is genuinely impressive with a solid aluminum body and premium feel overall.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 4's display is intuitive and natural to use, but lacks significant quality differences.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 4's key features include touchscreen display, facial recognition, and robust battery life.
HP
HP ProBook 450 G8
ProBook 450 G8

Quick Stats

The HP ProBook 450 G8 delivers top-notch performance, ideal for professionals and demanding office work.
The HP ProBook 450 G8 boasts a sturdy aluminium frame with excellent ventilation and robust build quality overall.
The HP ProBook 450 G8's display is suitable and decently sized, adequate for office work purposes primarily.
The HP ProBook 450 G8 features a durable aluminum frame with an Intel Core i5 processor inside.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Microsoft Surface Laptop 4
#749
HP ProBook 450 G8
Winner
#746
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Microsoft Surface Laptop 4
#836
HP ProBook 450 G8
#702
Winner
Display
Microsoft Surface Laptop 4
#455
Winner
HP ProBook 450 G8
#857
Performance
Microsoft Surface Laptop 4
#712
HP ProBook 450 G8
#333
Winner
Build
Microsoft Surface Laptop 4
#334
Winner
HP ProBook 450 G8
#628
Features
Microsoft Surface Laptop 4
#793
HP ProBook 450 G8
#753
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Microsoft Microsoft Surface Laptop 4
HP HP ProBook 450 G8
up to 32GB
up to 64GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1185G7
AMD Ryzen 5 5600U
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
NVIDIA GeForce MX450 (GDDR5, 25W)
N/A
1x M.2 NVMe slots See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Microsoft Surface Laptop 4

Strengths

The Microsoft Surface Laptop for a thousand pounds, a thousand dollars, however, are two things that you get if you're coming from the mac ecosystem which I think are definitely worthy of mention. One of them is the touchscreen so this is a touchscreen laptop and it's the first one I've used properly really.
I love facial recognition it all kind of sits under the banner of Windows Hello which is the kind of security layer that sits around windows... When you open your laptop this laptop in particular and it recognizes your face it logs you in and it's the best thing ever
This is just a solid laptop it's just a very solid laptop that doesn't really have any frills you know, it's good value for money, perfectly powerful lots of battery life looks good admittedly I don't have anything to compare it with at the moment
If you want a genuine complete bare bones Windows experience without any bloatware and rubbish put on top of it I highly recommend the Surface Laptop for now
It has some strange things you know I don't know why they use this proprietary charging thing but it's it's a small gripe really

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

HP ProBook 450 G8

Strengths

The laptop has a very matte finish aluminium frame with vents for cooling, making it suitable for heavy usage.
It has a USB-C port, Ethernet port, USB 3.0 ports, HDMI port, and headphone jack, providing ample connectivity options.
The laptop weighs around 1 kg, making it lightweight and portable.
It has a Core i5 Intel Core i5 processor with 11th generation performance, making it suitable for office work and daily tasks.
The keyboard is slim and provides good typing experience, with minimal hinge and decent key travel.
The laptop has a fingerprint sensor for secure biometric authentication.
It comes with Dolby audio, Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity, and a 65W charger, making it suitable for office work and daily tasks.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Microsoft Surface Laptop 4

I've been using the Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 for a month now, and my initial impressions are overwhelmingly positive. The build quality is exceptional, with a sturdy and stylish design that's sure to turn heads. Powered by Windows, this laptop delivers plenty of battery life and more than enough processing power for everyday tasks. But what sets it apart from the rest? In this review, I'll dive into its strengths and weaknesses, including its touchscreen display, facial recognition feature, and value for money.

HP ProBook 450 G8

The HP ProBook 450 G8 is a sleek laptop designed for office work. Its aluminum frame and matte finish give it a premium look. The device features a range of ports, including USB 5.0 and Ethernet. Weighing in at just 1kg, this laptop boasts an Intel Core i5 processor, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB SSD storage, making it well-suited for everyday tasks. A durable build and impressive specs make the HP ProBook 450 G8 a compelling option for professionals on-the-go.

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