HP ProBook 440 G9 Reviews

 Overview

The HP ProBook 440 G9 remains one of HP’s most popular laptops, even after being on the market for some time. Its affordability and reliable performance make it an excellent choice for home and office environments. In fact, the ProBook line became so reputable that the LaptopMedia team often recommended it to friends looking for dependable business laptops.





This 9th-generation ProBook 400 series is powered by Intel’s U-series or P-series CPUs, giving users flexibility depending on performance needs. Alternatively, if you prefer AMD processors, the ProBook 4x5 series is available.

One consistent criticism remains—the base model display is still a 768p TN panel, which should be avoided due to poor color reproduction and limited viewing angles. Fortunately, HP offers better display options, including a standard Full HD IPS panel and even a 100% sRGB version for color-accurate work.

 


 

Design & Build

  • Weight: 1.38 kg (3.04 lbs)
  • Profile: 19.9 mm (0.78 in)
  • Material: Full aluminum body

Despite being made of aluminum, both the lid and base have a bit of flex, though nothing alarming. The metallic body feels cool and gives off a premium vibe.

  • The lid can be opened with one hand
  • Thin display bezels for a modern look
  • HD webcam is included, with optional IR face recognition

Keyboard & Touchpad

  • Keyboard: Backlit, spill-resistant, comfortable key travel and tactile feedback
  • Touchpad: Accurate tracking, but could be slightly larger
  • Security Features: Optional fingerprint reader



 

 

 

Disassembly, Upgradeability & Maintenance

Opening the laptop reveals:

  • 2x SODIMM RAM slots, supporting up to 64GB DDR4
  • 2x M.2 PCIe SSD slots (one 2280, one 2230)
  • Clean internal layout, making upgrades and maintenance easy

 


Display Quality

Display Options:

  1. 14.0” HD (1366 x 768) TN – avoid due to poor quality
  2. 14.0” Full HD (1920 x 1080) IPS – better viewing angles and contrast
  3. 14.0” Full HD IPS with 100% sRGB – ideal for creative professionals

Panel (Tested Model):

  • IPS Full HD (AUO AUO818B)
  • Covers only 51% of sRGB
  • Doesn’t use PWM, which helps reduce eye strain


The ProBook 440 G9 offers a picture that is sufficient for writing, reading, and working. The Full HD resolution on a 14-inch diagonal provides detailed pictures. However, these are neither very color-intensive nor particularly bright. The color palette is at most sufficient for the correct display of pictures and graphics but would already be overtaxed in simple image editing.

The brightness of just under 250 cd/m² always allows good legibility indoors as long as no direct light falls on the workstation. The backlight is reduced to a minimum in battery mode, so text can only be read sufficiently well in a shady place, especially outdoors. In contrast, the screen content is almost hidden in sunlight.

 

 

Health Impact – PWM & Blue Light

  • The display is free from PWM across all brightness levels, making it safe for extended use without causing eye fatigue.
  • Blue light levels are typical and not harmful.

Audio Quality

  • 2 front-facing stereo speakers
  • Decent quality for video calls and casual media
  • Lacks bass, and overall sound is not ideal for audiophiles

Battery Life

  • Battery capacity: 42.75Wh or 51.3Wh
  • Performance (51.3Wh):
    • Web browsing: ~13 hours
    • Video playback: ~9 hours
  • Easily lasts a full workday on a single charge

Ports & Connectivity

  • 1x USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps, Power Delivery, DisplayPort)
  • 3x USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1 (one with Sleep and Charge)
  • 1x HDMI 2.1
  • 1x Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
  • 1x 3.5mm audio combo jack
  • Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
  • Bluetooth 5.2
  • Nano Security Lock slot
  • Optional SIM card tray
  • Missing: SD card reader, Thunderbolt support

CPU & GPU Options

CPU choices:

  • Intel Core i3-1215U
  • Intel Core i5-1235U
  • Intel Core i5-1250P
  • Intel Core i7-1255U
  • Intel Core i7-1270P
  • Intel Core i7-1280P

GPU choices:

  • Intel Iris Xe (64EU, 80EU, 96EU)
  • Optional NVIDIA GeForce MX570

Gaming & Thermal Performance

While this is not a gaming laptop, the Intel Iris Xe or MX570 GPU can handle light gaming or graphics tasks.

Cooling system: Efficient and quiet under regular use.
Thermal comfort: The palm rest area remains cool under heavy loads.

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