Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5GvsHP ProBook 650 G8

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

Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
Galaxy Book Go 5G

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G delivers impressive performance with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen2 5G compute platform.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G boasts a sleek, durable, and convenient design overall.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G's crisp 14-inch 1080p display is perfectly sized for portability and seamless viewing.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G offers secure mobile connectivity, efficient performance, and up to 18 hours of battery life.
HP
HP ProBook 650 G8
ProBook 650 G8

Quick Stats

The HP ProBook 650 G8 delivers impressive and robust performance with its high-end processor configuration.
The HP ProBook 650 G8 boasts exceptional build quality, with a sleek and professional aesthetic overall.
The display on the HP ProBook 650 G8 offers vibrant colors and good brightness at 60Hz frequency.
The HP ProBook 650 G8 features a strong Intel Iris Xe graphics and a quad-core CPU with 32GB RAM.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
#822
HP ProBook 650 G8
Winner
#820
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
#794
Winner
HP ProBook 650 G8
#827
Display
Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
#543
Winner
HP ProBook 650 G8
#861
Performance
Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
#851
HP ProBook 650 G8
#615
Winner
Build
Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
#349
Winner
HP ProBook 650 G8
#638
Features
Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
#824
HP ProBook 650 G8
#754
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Samsung Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G
HP HP ProBook 650 G8
up to 8GB
up to 64GB
up to 512GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen2
Intel Core i7-1165G7
Qualcomm Adreno 680
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
N/A
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G

Strengths

very portable device very thin light
secure mobile connectivity with always connected feature that seamlessly switches between Wi-Fi, 5G, and 4G LTE
up to 18 hours of battery life on a single charge
extremely efficient processor that doesn't drain the battery while always connected
multitasking capabilities are more than capable of handling multiple browser windows and video calls
dedicated Qualcomm AI engine for performance efficiency
can turn into a mobile hotspot and connect up to 8 other devices to its cellular connection

Weaknesses

no fans on the inside, which might be a concern for some users
the battery life is only up to 18 hours, which may not be enough for heavy users
the laptop gets extremely quiet, but this might also mean it's harder to notice when it's in use
the micro SD card slot can be used to expand storage, but this might be a limitation for some users
the device is made to be on the go, which means it may not be suitable for heavy desk work or gaming
no information about the specific display quality (other than 1080p)
no mention of any potential overheating issues with the processor

HP ProBook 650 G8

Strengths

The laptop has a nice design with insanely small bezels, making it look premium.
The Intel Iris Xc graphics are stronger than an NVIDIA GTX 1030 for an integrated GPU, which is insane!
The keyboard is backlit and super nice, with a bright backlight that's really cool.
The touchpad is smooth and feels like velvet, even compared to Mac touchpads.
The laptop has a long soundbar for surround sound audio, which would be great.
The battery life is good and healthy, making it suitable for all-day use.
The laptop's aesthetics are preferred over any 2020 Elitebook by a mile.

Weaknesses

The laptop only has four cores and eight threads, compared to the Ryzen 4700U system which has eight cores and sixteen threads.
The placement of the power button near the keyboard could be problematic for users who want to press delete and hit the power button at the same time.
The screen is just a regular 1080p display that runs at 60 Hz, with no touch functionality (at least not in this model).
The lighting in the recording environment was unstable due to being near sunrise.
The laptop's quality might suffer due to being recorded in an imperfect environment.
There is no USB-C power cord provided, and the user had to remove their SIM card for the video.
The battery life, while good, wasn't specifically mentioned as exceptional.
Read Full Reviews

Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G

The Samsung Galaxy Book Go 5G is a sleek and portable laptop that boasts exceptional connectivity features. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen2 5G compute platform, this device offers seamless mobile connectivity, efficient performance, and impressive battery life up to 18 hours on a single charge. With a 14-inch display and lightweight design, it's perfect for those always on-the-go. In this review, we'll delve into the laptop's features, performance, and usability.

HP ProBook 650 G8

I recently had the opportunity to experience the HP ProBook 650 G8, touted as one of the nicest HP laptops ever made. With its 11th gen Intel Core i7 processor clocking at 3 GHz, 32 GB of RAM, and integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, this laptop is a powerhouse. I was impressed by its sleek design, with incredibly small bezels and a vibrant 1080p display. Let's dive into my review to see if it lives up to the hype.

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