HP ProBook 440 G11 vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
The Verdict
HP ProBook 440 G11 targets business users prioritizing portability and value, while Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra caters to professionals demanding premium performance and display quality. The HP weighs just 3.12 lbs with a compact 14-inch 1920x1200 IPS display, adequate for spreadsheets and documents, powered by Intel Core Ultra 7 155U with 16GB DDR5 RAM and 512GB storage. Battery life reaches 11 hours, sufficient for a workday. Samsung's Galaxy Book4 Ultra is significantly heavier at 4.1 lbs but offers a 16-inch 2880x1800 Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with 120Hz refresh rate, substantially better for creative work and media consumption. Its Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor with 16 cores outpaces the HP, complemented by 1TB storage and 13-hour battery life. The Samsung includes Thunderbolt ports and SD card slot versus the HP's more limited connectivity. Price difference is substantial: $949 versus $2399.99. Choose the HP ProBook 440 G11 if you need an affordable, portable business laptop with adequate performance. Select the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra if your work demands superior display quality, processing power, and you can justify the premium investment.
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 Ultra if…
- →Stunning 3K AMOLED 120Hz display with deep colors
- →Includes NVIDIA RTX 4050 or 4070 discrete GPU
- →Surprisingly thin and light for a 16-inch with dGPU
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 Ultra
Pros
- Stunning 3K AMOLED 120Hz display with deep colors
- Includes NVIDIA RTX 4050 or 4070 discrete GPU
- Surprisingly thin and light for a 16-inch with dGPU
- Tight integration with Samsung Galaxy ecosystem
Cons
- Premium pricing rivals workstation laptops
- Soldered RAM, only storage is upgradable
- Speakers underwhelming versus MacBook competitors
- Touchpad palm rejection occasionally inconsistent
Full Specifications
| Spec | HP ProBook 440 G11 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 3.12 lbs (1.42 kg) | 1.86 kg |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 12.64 x 8.85 x 0.70 inches | 355.4 x 250.4 x 16.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 2 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 11 hours | Up to 13 hours |
| Capacity | 51 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | IPS anti-glare | Dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 1 TB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 12 cores (2P + 8E + 2LPE) | 16 cores |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 155U | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H |
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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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