HP ProBook 440 G11 vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro
The Verdict
Both laptops target professionals seeking portability with capable performance, but they serve different priorities. The HP ProBook 440 G11 weighs just 3.12 pounds with a compact 14-inch display, making it ideal for frequent travelers who value lightness over screen real estate. Its 1920x1200 IPS panel delivers adequate clarity at 300 nits brightness, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 155U handles office work and light creative tasks efficiently. Battery life reaches 11 hours, supported by a 51 Wh battery and expandable storage. The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro targets users willing to sacrifice portability for visual immersion, featuring a larger 16-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen with 2880x1800 resolution and 500 nits brightness, ideal for content creation and media consumption. Its more powerful Core Ultra 7 155H processor with 16 cores (versus the HP's 12) delivers better multitasking performance, while 15-hour battery endurance and 76 Wh capacity provide extended work sessions. The Galaxy Book4 includes dual Thunderbolt 3 ports for faster peripherals, though storage remains non-expandable. At $949, the ProBook offers superior value and everyday portability. At $1449, the Galaxy Book4 justifies its premium through superior display quality, processing power, and battery capacity. Choose the ProBook for business travel; select the Samsung for creative professionals needing maximum performance and visual fidelity.
Who Should Buy
Buy the HP ProBook 440 G11 if…
- →Intel Core Ultra with NPU for on-device AI features
- →Lightweight at 3.12 lbs for enterprise mobility
- →Windows 11 Pro with HP Wolf Security for business management
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro if…
- →Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with vivid color
- →Slim 12.5 mm profile for a 16-inch laptop
- →Excellent Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy devices
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
HP ProBook 440 G11
Pros
- Intel Core Ultra with NPU for on-device AI features
- Lightweight at 3.12 lbs for enterprise mobility
- Windows 11 Pro with HP Wolf Security for business management
- HDMI and USB-A ports reduce dongle dependency
- 11-hour battery life covers a full workday
Cons
- FHD+ 300-nit display is not bright enough for outdoor meetings
- No Thunderbolt — USB-C only
- Integrated graphics limit creative workloads
- 51 Wh battery is small for a 14-inch business laptop
- No SD card reader
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro
Pros
- Gorgeous Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with vivid color
- Slim 12.5 mm profile for a 16-inch laptop
- Excellent Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy devices
- Good port selection including SD card and HDMI
- Up to 15-hour battery life is class-leading
Cons
- No discrete GPU option on this model
- RAM and SSD are soldered — no upgrade path
- Samsung DeX for PC still limited in scope
- AMOLED display may develop burn-in over time
- Higher price than similarly-specced Windows ultrabooks
Full Specifications
| Spec | HP ProBook 440 G11 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 3.12 lbs (1.42 kg) | 1.55 kg |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 12.64 x 8.85 x 0.70 inches | 355.4 x 227.9 x 12.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 2 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 11 hours | Up to 15 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 51 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14 inches | 16.0 inches |
| Type | IPS anti-glare | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 12 cores (2P + 8E + 2LPE) | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155U | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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