What you need to know
- HP launched the latest in its line of ProBook PCs at CES 2021.
- Each of the four new PCs are powered by AMD's Ryzen PRO 5000 chips.
- Availability runs from February through April, with pricing to be announced later.
Not content to roll out just one new line of work PCs, HP also unveiled a series of new ProBook laptops at CES 2021. These new ProBooks are meant to offer another alternative for mobile workers looking for power on the go. That's backed up by plenty of horsepower from AMD's latest Ryzen PRO 5000 series processors.
The new HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 is at the top of the refreshes, sharing a sleek design with its ProBook siblings. With AMD PRO Ryzen 5000 processors on board, you also get long battery life, Wi-Fi 6, 4G LTE, and more. There's also a privacy camera to keep things extra secure, along with an IR camera and fingerprint reader to lock things up with Windows Hello.
| Category | HP ProBook 635 Aero G8 |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 HomeWindows 10 Pro |
| Processor | Next-gen AMDRyzen PRO |
| RAM | Up to 32GB DDR4-3200Dual-channelUpgradeable |
| Graphics | AMD RadeonIntegrated |
| Storage | Up to 1TB Gen 3x4 NVMe SSDUp to 512GB NVMe SSD128GB Gen 3x2 NVMe SSD |
| Display | 13.3 inches1920x1080 (FHD)Anti-glare, Sure View, 1000 nitsAnti-glare, Low power, 400 nitsAnti-glare, 250 nits |
| Ports | USB-CTwo USB-A3.5mm audioHDMI 2.0SIM slot (optional) |
| Audio | Dual speakersTwo microphones |
| Connectivity | Intel AX200 Wi-Fi 6Realtek Wi-Fi 5Bluetooth 5Intel XMM 4G LTE |
| Camera | Front-facing 720pHP Privacy Camera |
| Security | IR cameraFingerprint reader |
| Battery | 45Wh |
| Dimensions | 12.11 x 8.05 x 0.7 inches(307.6mm x 204.5mm x 17.9mm) |
| Weight | From 2.2 pounds (0.99kg) |
HP ProBook 445 & 455 G8
In addition to the ProBook 635 Aero G8, HP also unveiled the new ProBook 445 and 455 G8. From a design perspective, these look very much like the Aero, but aren't as light. You'll still get Ryzen PRO 5000 series processors here, along with upgradeable RAM, plenty of storage, and a nice selection of ports. Wi-Fi 6 is on board here as well, though they lack the option for 4G LTE connectivity.
| Category | HP ProBook 445 G8 | HP ProBook 455 G8 |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 HomeWindows 10 Pro | Windows 10 HomeWindows 10 Pro |
| Processor | Next-Gen AMDRyzen PRO | Next-gen AMDRyzen PRO |
| RAM | Up to 32GB DDR4-3200Dual-channelUpgradeable | Up to 32GB DDR4-3200Dual-channelUpgradeable |
| Graphics | AMD RadeonIntegrated | AMD RadeonIntegrated |
| Storage | 1TB Gen3x4 NVMe SSDUp to 512GB NVMe SSD128GB Gen3x2 NVMe SSD | 1TB Gen3x4 NVMe SSDUp to 512GB NVMe SSD128GB Gen3x2 NVMe SSD |
| Display | 14 inches1920x1080 (FHD)Anti-glare, Sure View, 1000 nitsAnti-glare, Low power, 400 nitsAnti-glare, 250 nits1366x768 (HD)Anti-glare, 250 nits | 15.6 inches1920x1080 (FHD)Anti-glare, Sure View, 1000 nitsAnti-glare, Low power, 400 nitsAnti-glare, 250 nits1366x768 (HD)Anti-glare, 250 nits |
| Ports | USB-CThree USB-AEthernet3.5mm audioHDMI 1.4bmicroSD reader | USB-CThree USB-AEthernet3.5mm audioHDMI 1.4bmicroSD reader |
| Audio | Dual speakersTwo microphones | Dual speakersTwo microphones |
| Connectivity | Intel AX200 Wi-Fi 6Intel 9260 Wi-Fi 5Realtek Wi-Fi 5Bluetooth 5 | Intel AX200 Wi-Fi 6Intel 9260 Wi-Fi 5Realtek Wi-Fi 5Bluetooth 5 |
| Camera | Front-facing 720pHP Privacy Camera | Front-facing 720pHP Privacy Camera |
| Security | IR cameraFingerprint reader | IR cameraFingerprint reader |
| Battery | 45Wh | 45Wh |
| Dimensions | 12.67 x 8.42 x 0.78 inches(321.9mm x 213.9mm x 19.9mm) | 14.15 x 9.21 x 0.78 inches(359.4mm x 233.9mm x 19.9mm) |
| Weight | From 3.03 pounds (1.37kg) | From 3.83 pounds (1.74kg) |
HP ProBook x360 435 G8
Finally, there's the HP ProBook x360 435 G8. This is a convertible version of the previous ProBooks, allowing you to rotate the screen between traditional laptop mode to a tablet mode. AMD's Ryzen PRO 5000 series chips are available here, along with Wi-Fi 6 connectivity.
You'll still get a solid selection of ports, along with an IR camera and fingerprint reader to keep things secure.
| Category | HP ProBook x360 435 G8 |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 HomeWindows 10 Pro |
| Processor | Next-gen AMDRyzen PRO |
| RAM | Up to 32GB DDR4-3200Dual-channelUpgradeable |
| Graphics | AMD RadeonIntegrated |
| Storage | Up to 1TB Gen3x4 NVMe SSDUp to 512GB NVMe SSD128GB Gen3x2 NVMe SSD |
| Display | 13.3 inches1920x1080 (FHD)TouchSure View, 1000 nitsLow Power, 400 nits250 nits |
| Ports | USB-CTwo USB-A3.5mm audioHDMI 1.4bmicroSD reader |
| Audio | Dual speakersDual microphones |
| Connectivity | Intel AX200 Wi-Fi 6Intel 9260 Wi-Fi 5Realtek Wi-Fi 5Bluetooth 5 |
| Camera | Front-facing 720pRear-facing 5MPHP Privacy Camera |
| Security | IR cameraFingerprint reader |
| Battery | 45Wh |
| Dimensions | 12.14 x 8.77 x 0.7 inches(308.5mm x 222.9mm x 17.9mm) |
| Weight | From 3.19 pounds (1.45kg) |
HP P34hc G4 Ultrawide monitor
Rounding things out is the launch of the new HP P34hc G4, a productivity-focused display with plenty of room to work with. The curved monitor is 34 inches, and it features a 3440x1440 WQHD resolution. It's not the brightest display in the world, coming in at 250 nits. However, you've got a pretty good selection of ports, including USB-C, HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB-A.
| Category | HP P34hc G4 |
|---|---|
| Screen size | 34 inches |
| Resolution | 3440x1440 (WQHD) |
| Aspect ratio | 21:9 |
| Panel type | VA |
| Brightness | 250 nits |
| Contrast ratio | 3500:1 |
| Response time | 5ms GtG |
| Ports | USB-CHDMI 2.0DisplayPort 1.2Four USB-A 3.2 |
HP says that the ProBook 635 Aero G8 is expected to launch in April. The HP ProBook 445 G8, 455 G8, and ProBook x360 435 G8 are expected to launch in February. Finally, the HP P34hc WQHD Curved Monitor is expected to launch later in January.
Pricing will be announced closer to launch for the various ProBook models. The P34hc WQHD Curved Monitor will be priced at $450.
