•  Date Published: 15 Feb 2018
    • AMD A10-9600P
    • AMD Radeon R5 (Bristol Ridge)
    • 15.6”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), TN
    • 256GB SSD
    • 16GB DDR3L, 1600 MHz
    • 2.27 kg (5 lbs)
    HP ProBook 455 G3

    HP ProBook 455 G3

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    Review

    HP ProBook 455 G3 in-depth review

    We really can't get enough of those HP ProBooks. Even though the ProBook lineup isn't representing the high-end segment of the market, HP's budget business selection seems underrated as they offer somewhat superb working experience with elegant and robust chassis, excellent keyboard and touchpad, not to mention the provided M.2 SSD slot, which is quite a rare find at this price range. You might have already heard our opinion of the 14-inch version (440 G3) and it doesn't differ too much for the 15-inch model as well.Anyway, here we are going to focus on the differences between the Intel-powered model (450 G3) and the AMD-powered one (455 G3). Both configurations feature discrete GPU, AMD Radeon R7 M340, so we don't expect any gap between the two in terms of raw graphics performance. Wi[...]

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    Pros

    • Excellent design, sturdy construction and good choice of materials
    • Good keyboard and touchpad
    • Supports M.2 SSD
    • Long battery runtimes (even better with the AMD variant)
    • Good value
    • Expanded port range

    Cons

    • PWM from 0 to 99% screen brightness
    • Low contrast ratio
    • The 450 G3 model throttles at higher loads