HP
250 G9
Intel Core i5-1235UCPU (Score: 12.543)
Intel Iris XeGPU (Score: 2.596)
47VALUE SCORE
16 GBRAM
512 GBSTORAGE
15.6" DISPLAY
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HP 250 G9 Core i5-1235U 16GB 512GB SSD 15.6 inch FHD Windows 11 Pro Laptop
£648.50
Go to Store RatioLog Objective Verdict
Deterministic performance ratings and market evaluation based on verified benchmarks.
Hardware Capability:5.1/10
Fair Market Price
Editorial Executive Summary
How we evaluate250 G9 is a versatile daily workhorse built for smooth office multitasking, documents, and web research, powered by the Intel Core i5-1235U paired with 16GB RAM for seamless multitasking. Priced at £648.50, it is currently tracking near its typical UK market baseline. Its primary limitation is graphics-intensive 3D gaming, as the integrated GPU is tuned for battery efficiency rather than raw AAA gaming power.
Gaming Performance
3.4/10Work & Productivity
7.0/10Creation & Media
2.3/10Portability & Commute
6.8/10Key Strengths
- Reliable Intel Core i5-1235U processor (12,543 CPU score) ensures snappy day-to-day multitasking
- Capacious 16GB RAM provides plenty of headroom for heavy multi-tab browsing and office tools
Trade-offs to Consider
- Integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics processor is built for efficiency rather than AAA 3D gaming
- Hardware architecture is optimized primarily for office productivity rather than 3D rendering
* Consistent with typical UK pricing (30-day median: £648.50).
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Technical Specifications
Design
- Product typeLaptop
- Product colourBlack
- Form factorClamshell
- Market positioningEveryday
- Introduction year2022
- Country of originChina
- Original brand nameHP
Display
- Display diagonal39.6 cm (15.6")
- Display resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
- TouchscreenNo
- HD typeFull HD
- Panel typeSVA
- Anti-glare screenYes
- Display bezel technologyMicro-Edge
- Display brightness250 cd/m²
- Display diagonal (metric)39.6 cm
- RGB colour spaceNTSC
- Colour gamut45%
Processor
- Processor manufacturerIntel
- Processor familyIntel® Core™ i5
- Processor generation12th gen Intel® Core™ i5
- Processor modeli5-1235U
- Processor cores10
- Processor threads12
- Processor boost frequency4.4 GHz
- Processor cache12 MB
- Processor cache typeL3
- Configurable TDP-down12 W
Memory
- Internal memory16 GB
- Internal memory typeDDR4-SDRAM
- Memory clock speed3200 MHz
- Memory layout (slots x size)2 x 8 GB
- Memory slots2x SO-DIMM
- Number of free internal memory expansion slots2
- ECCNo
- Non-ECCYes
Storage
- Total storage capacity512 GB
- Storage mediaSSD
- Total SSDs capacity512 GB
- Number of SSDs installed1
- SSD capacity512 GB
- SSD interfacePCI Express
- NVMeYes
- Optical drive typeNo
Graphics
- Discrete graphics card modelNot available
- On-board graphics cardYes
- On-board GPU manufacturerIntel
- Discrete graphics cardNo
- On-board graphics card familyIntel Iris Xe Graphics
- On-board graphics card modelIntel Iris Xe Graphics
Audio
- Built-in speaker(s)Yes
- Number of built-in speakers2
- Built-in microphoneYes
- Number of microphones2
Camera
- Front cameraYes
- Front camera signal format720p
- Front camera HD typeHD
Network
- Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- Wi-Fi standardsWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- Mobile network connectionNo
- Antenna type2x2
- WLAN controller manufacturerRealtek
- BluetoothYes
- Bluetooth version5.2
Ports & interfaces
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity2
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity1
- Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
- HDMI ports quantity1
- HDMI version1.4b
- Combo headphone/mic portYes
Keyboard
- Pointing deviceTouchpad
- Numeric keypadYes
- Full-size keyboardYes
Software
- Pre-installed softwareHP Connection Optimizer; HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI; HP Support Assistant; HP Audio Switch; myHP; HP Privacy Settings; HP QuickDrop; HP Smart Health; HP Smart; HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows
- Operating system installedWindows 11 Pro
Processor special features
- Intel Flex Memory AccessYes
- Intel Trusted Execution TechnologyYes
- Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)Yes
- Execute Disable BitYes
- CPU configuration (max)1
- Embedded options availableNo
- Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)Yes
- Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)Yes
Brand-specific features
- HP speaker typeHP Dual Speakers
- HP Connection OptimizerYes
- HP Support AssistantYes
- HP Smart AC AdapterYes
- HP Security toolsTPM 2.0; Express VPN (30 days free trial); McAfee Security (30 days free trial); LastPass password
- HP Management toolsTouchpoint Customizer for Consumer
- HP segmentBusiness
- HP GTIN (EAN/UPC)196786551505
Battery
- Battery technologyLithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
- Number of battery cells3
- Battery capacity41 Wh
- Battery weight180 g
Power
- AC adapter power45 W
- AC adapter frequency50 - 60 Hz
- AC adapter input voltage100 - 240 V
- DC-in jackYes
Security
- Trusted Platform Module (TPM)Yes
- Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version2.0
- Password protectionYes
- Password protection typeBIOS, Power on, User
Sustainability
- Sustainability complianceYes
- Sustainability certificatesENERGY STAR
- Sustainable technologies and materials2% post-consumer recycled plastic; Low Halogen; Outside box and corrugated cushions are 100% sustainably sourced and recyclable; Recycled Plastic cushions
Weight & dimensions
- Width358 mm
- Depth242 mm
- Height19.9 mm
- Weight1.74 kg
Packaging data
- Package width69 mm
- Package depth483 mm
- Package height305 mm
Packaging content
- Keyboard includedYes
- Stylus penNo
Logistics data
- Harmonized System (HS) code8471300000
Product Identifiers
- Barcode (EAN)196786551505