Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch vs HP ProBook 430 G8 Comparison

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Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch

13.3 inches | February 2022

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HP ProBook 430 G8

13.3 inches | September 2020

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Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch vs HP ProBook 430 G8 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and ProBook 430 G8, two laptops from Samsung and HP. Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch was introduced to market in February 2022 and HP ProBook 430 G8 was launched in September 2020. There is 17 months difference between Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and ProBook 430 G8 so it would still give an advantage to younger Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and HP ProBook 430 G8 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch Key Specs

Launched in February 2022
13.3" OLED, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 1240P
GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
8GB Ram
304.4 x 199.8 x 11.2 mm (11.98 x 7.87 x 0.44 inches)
Weight: 0.87 kg (1.92 lbs)

HP ProBook 430 G8 Key Specs

Launched in September 2020
13.3" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i3 1115G4
GPU: Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4
8GB Ram
306.8 x 208.2 x 15.7 mm (12.08 x 8.2 x 0.62 inches)
Weight: 1.27 kg (2.8 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and ProBook 430 G8 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch over HP ProBook 430 G8

Weight	0.87 kg vs 1.27 kg	0.4 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~80.2% vs ~76.3%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	5 mm vs 6.2 mm	1.2 mm thinner bezels
Max Brightness	400 nits vs 250 nits	Brighter Screen
GPU FLOPS	1.41 TFLOPS vs 0.84 TFLOPS	Faster RAM Type
RAM Type	LPDDR5 vs DDR4	Faster RAM
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	3D Surround Sound Support
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.1 vs v5	Higher Resolution Camera
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Better HDMI connectivity
HDMI Version	2.0 vs 1.4

Reasons to choose HP ProBook 430 G8 over Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch

Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	More RAM Options
Number of USB-A Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time

Common Strengths of HP ProBook 430 G8 and Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch

Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
RAM Type	LPDDR5 vs DDR4	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.0 vs 1x HDMI 2.0	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Built-in SD Card Reader	Yes vs Yes	Read & Write SD Cards
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of HP ProBook 430 G8 and Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability

Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch vs HP ProBook 430 G8: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and the HP ProBook 430 G8.

Physical Specs
Weight	0.87 kg (1.92 lbs)	1.27 kg (2.8 lbs)
Surface Area	608 cm2 (94.3 inches2)	639 cm2 (99.1 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~80.2%	~76.3%
Side Bezel Thickness	~5 mm	~6.2 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.07 kg/inch	0.10 kg/inch
	0.154 lbs/inch	0.22 lbs/inch
Colors	Silver, Gray	Silver

Comparison of the Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and the HP ProBook 430 G8 External Dimensions

Weight

Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch weighs 0.87 kg (1.92 lbs), whereas the ProBook 430 G8 weighs 1.27 kg (2.8 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. The weight difference between the two laptops is not significant.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

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Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch is 0.07 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the HP ProBook 430 G8 is 0.10 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch vs HP ProBook 430 G8: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i5 1240P Intel Core i7 1260P	Intel Core i3 1115G4 Intel Core i5 1135G7 Intel Core i7 1165G7
Base Frequency	1.7 GHz	1.7-3.0 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.4 GHz	4.1 GHz
Number of Cores	12	2
Number of Threads	16	4
L3 Cache	12 MB	6 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1593	1264
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	7956	2563
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1516	1330
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	9305	3144

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and HP ProBook 430 G8.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 1240P

Laptops with: Intel Core i3 1115G4

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz	300 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1100 MHz	1100 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W	15 W
Type	Integrated	Integrated
FLOPS	1.41 TFLOPS	0.84 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Type	LPDDR5	DDR4
Memory Bus	System Shared	System Shared
Memory Speed	5.2 Gbps	3.2 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	640	384
TMUs	40	24
ROPs	20	12

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch has a FLOPS value of 1.41 TFLOPS whereas the HP ProBook 430 G8 ' has a FLOPS value of 0.84 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB	8GB 16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x4 GB	1x8 GB
RAM Clock	5200 MHz	3200 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5	DDR4
Upgradable	No	Yes

Both laptops, the Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and the ProBook 430 G8, come with similar RAM capacities of 8 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro (13.3”)	HP ProBook 430 G8
CPU	Intel Core i5 1240P	Intel Core i3 1115G4
GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4
Memory	8 GB	8 GB
Available for LLM total	~3.5 GB (3.5 GB RAM)	~3.5 GB (3.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 3.5 GB RAM	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 3.5 GB RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro (13.3”)|HP ProBook 430 G8

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	63 Wh	45 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Right
Charge Power	65 W	45 / 65 W
Full Charging Time	2:05 hr
AC Adapter Weight	165 gramm

Moreover, the Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch boasts a larger battery capacity of 63 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the ProBook 430 G8's45 Wh.

Battery Comparison

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STORAGE
Both laptops, the Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and the ProBook 430 G8 have similar max. storage capacities of 512 GB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB	256 GB, 512 GB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch vs HP ProBook 430 G8: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and HP ProBook 430 G8 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Both Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and ProBook 430 G8 screens have the same size of 13.3".The total usable screen area of the Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch is 487cm² / 76inch² whereas the ProBook 430 G8's total usable screen area is 487cm² / 76inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Both Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and ProBook 430 G8 feature the same pixel density with 166 pixels per inch (PPI).

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

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Refresh Rate
Both Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and ProBook 430 G8 offer the same refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Brightness
The Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch offers a higher maximum brightness of 400 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

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Samsung Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch vs HP ProBook 430 G8 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to ProBook 430 G8 (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and ProBook 430 G8 have USB-A ports. Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while ProBook 430 G8 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and ProBook 430 G8 have USB Type-C ports. Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch has 2x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while ProBook 430 G8 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. ProBook 430 G8 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and ProBook 430 G8 feature an HDMI port. Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch offers 1x HDMI 2.0, while ProBook 430 G8 offers 1x HDMI 1.4.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Both Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and ProBook 430 G8 come with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards.

Audio Jack
Both Galaxy Book 2 Pro 13.3-inch and ProBook 430 G8 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.1	v5
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	1x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 3.2	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.0	1x HDMI 1.4
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	Optional
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes