HP Elite Dragonfly G4

Overview

A sharp-looking 3:2 screen, impressive connectivity, and long battery life make HP's 2.2-pound Dragonfly G4 a worthy challenger for the business laptop championship.

-- As reviewed by PCMag

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Based on 6 expert reviews

Excellent:

4
Good:

2
Average:

0
Bad:

0

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Last revision on April 26, 2024

Reviewers Liked

Excellent design and ports
Whizbang 5-megapixel webcam
Sleek and super light
Awesome keyboard
Bright Screen

Reviewers Didn't Like

Battery life, while good, lags behind previous model
No user-upgradeable RAM
No SD or microSD card slot
Expensive, especially when customized
Middling performance

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Expert reviews and ratings

100

The current version of the Dragonfly G4 remains an outstanding notebook for traveling because you hardly have to make any compromises for the low weight. It combines a very long battery life with practical speed, a very good albeit viewing angle-limited display, and a relatively large number of ports.

By PCWorld on December 18, 2023

There’s not a lot about the HP Dragonfly G4 that would disappoint users. From its design to its performance, there’s a lot here to recommend to those who are willing to pay a premium for top quality. It’s a fantastic business laptop, especially for those professionals who often travel for work.

By TechRadar on October 31, 2023

A sharp-looking 3:2 screen, impressive connectivity, and long battery life make HP's 2.2-pound Dragonfly G4 a worthy challenger for the business laptop championship.

By PCMag on July 26, 2023

HP’s updated Dragonfly G4 retains its excellent design while adding some business-focused camera tricks. It’s still a great premium clamshell if you prioritize quiet fans over absolute performance. But battery life and tested performance weren’t quite the best.

By Tom's Hardware on July 24, 2023

The Dragonfly G4 is a minor update to the already excellent Dragonfly G3. If the new CPU isn't attractive, however, then the Dragonfly G3 can offer essentially the same experience.

By NotebookCheck on July 18, 2023

The HP Dragonfly G4 has me gushing over many features, including its keyboard, compact form factor, and speakers, but I’m not sure I can overlook middling performance scores.

By LaptopMag on July 11, 2023

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