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Silver 15.6 inch EliteBook 850 G5 laptop closed lid

HP

HP EliteBook 850 G5 laptop i7-8650U 1.9GHz 32GB 512GB 15.6" FHD

SKU CH-CV59-HBNVS

A 15.6-inch FHD business laptop with an Intel Core i7-8650U, 32 GB DDR4 and a 512 GB NVMe SSD, running Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB PCIe
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Quad-core i7-8650U at 1.9 GHz handles demanding workloads
  • 32 GB DDR4 memory keeps many apps responsive
  • 512 GB NVMe PCIe SSD loads files and boots quickly
  • 6 inch 1920 x 1080 FHD display shows crisp detail
  • Thunderbolt 3 port adds fast data and video connectivity

Business laptop for mobile professionals

The HP EliteBook 850 G5 is a 15.6-inch business laptop built around an Intel Core i7-8650U processor with four cores and eight threads. It ships with 32 GB of DDR4 memory and a 512 GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD. The 1920 x 1080 FHD display uses LED backlighting and is non-touch. Windows 11 Pro comes pre-installed.

Thermals noise and power in daily use

The 15 W quad-core CPU runs cool during typical office workloads such as document editing, web browsing and video conferencing. Fan activity stays low and the chassis remains comfortable on a desk or lap. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 uses shared system memory, keeping power draw modest for extended battery life.

Sustained load behaviour

Under continuous multi-threaded tasks the processor maintains its base frequency while the cooling system manages heat without aggressive fan speeds. Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports provide high-speed data paths for external storage or docks. Gigabit Ethernet and Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 keep network throughput stable during long transfers.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Standard Laptops & Notebooks, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $433.99
Cheaper than about 66% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Higher than about 60% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Memory size 32 GB
Higher than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Product lineEliteBook
Model name850 G5
Product colorSilver
Design styleStandard
Product typeMainstream
Recommended useBusiness
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i7-8650U
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Processor codenameKaby Lake R
L3 cache size6 MB
Memory
Memory size32 GB
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Storage
SSD storage512 GB PCIe
Storage configurationNVMe PCIe M.2 SSD
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Widescreen compatibleYes
Display formatFHD
Screen featuresLED backlight
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
Video RAMShared system memory
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11ac Wireless LAN
Bluetooth supportYes
Wired network1 x RJ-45
Ports & slots
USB ports3
Thunderbolt ports1 x Thunderbolt 3
Video outputs1 x HDMI
HDMI portsYes
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes

Condition and safety notices

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Condition notice
Grade BLCD - This laptop will have some cosmetic blemishes that include scratches and/or other surface imperfections. Some laptops may exhibit shiny keys on the keyboard and/or shiny surfaces around the keyboard. All key characters will be legible. The LCD will have minor blemishes such as minor white spots or a small hairline scratch. Laptop may also be missing a rubber foot. Grade BLCD units will be priced much lower then the Grade A equivalent and will have the same warranty as all products. Vinyl skin cover may be applied.

Questions about this item

How do I install the 512GB NVMe M.2 SSD in the EliteBook 850 G5, and what step do people often miss?

The M.2 slot is under the bottom cover; remove the Torx screws, insert the drive at an angle, secure it with the retention screw, then re-enable the NVMe controller in BIOS so Windows 11 Pro detects it.

Which components will need replacement first on this 8th Gen i7-8650U laptop?

The internal battery degrades after repeated cycles; the 32GB DDR4 is soldered and cannot be upgraded, so only the 512GB NVMe SSD and Wi-Fi 8265 card remain user-replaceable.

What thermal limit appears first during sustained loads on the UHD Graphics 620?

The 15 W processor hits its thermal throttle point quickly under continuous multi-core work, lowering clocks to protect the integrated GPU and shared system memory.

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