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💻 HP EliteBook 860 G11 vs Dell Pro 16: Which Business Laptop Wins?

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HP EliteBook 860 16 inch G11 business laptop with numeric keypad, open front view
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
HP
8.1
Overall Score
Best for UK professionals prioritising portability, display quality, and mobile connectivity.
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Dell Pro 16 (PC16250) business laptop, three-quarter view, graphite finish
Dell Pro 16
Dell
7.1
Overall Score
Best for UK businesses needing wired Ethernet, dual SSD slots, and a rugged 16-inch workhorse.
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Performance Overview

Scores based on quantifiable specification values (1-10 scale)

PerformanceDisplayBattery & ThermalsManageability & SecurityExpandability & RepairEcosystem & SoftwareValue
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
Dell Pro 16
Performance
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
8.0
Dell Pro 16
7.5
Display
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
9.0
Dell Pro 16
6.0
Battery & Thermals
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
8.5
Dell Pro 16
7.0
Manageability & Security
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
8.0
Dell Pro 16
7.5
Expandability & Repair
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
7.0
Dell Pro 16
8.0
Ecosystem & Software
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
7.5
Dell Pro 16
7.5
Value
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
9.0
Dell Pro 16
6.0

Detailed Specifications

Specification
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
HP
Dell Pro 16
Dell
Performance
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra Series 1 (Meteor Lake) — Core Ultra 5 125U/135U/125H, Core Ultra 7 155U/165U/155H/165H (vPro options), with Intel AI Boost NPUIntel Core Ultra 5 / 7 (Series 2, vPro optional)
GraphicsIntegrated Intel Graphics / Intel Arc Graphics (H-series)Intel Arc / Graphics integrated
Discrete GPUIntegrated Intel graphics onlyIntegrated Intel graphics
Memory & storage
Maximum memoryUp to 64 GB DDR5-5600 across 2 SODIMM slots (user-upgradeable)Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM (2 slots)
Memory typeDDR5-5600 across 2 SODIMM slots (user-upgradeable)DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM (2 slots)
Maximum storageUp to 2 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD2× M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD bays (up to 4 TB total)
Display
Display size16" WUXGA IPS or 2.8K OLED16.0"
Resolution2880×18001920 × 1200
Brightness✓Up to 400 nits250 nits
Panel16" WUXGA (1920x1200) IPS or 2.8K (2880x1800) OLED; touch and privacy options16.0" FHD+ (1920 × 1200) anti-glare, 250 nits, 16:10
TouchscreenTouch options--
Connectivity
Thunderbolt / USB4 ports2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP)2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP1.4)
Ports2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP), 2x USB-A 5 Gbps, HDMI 2.1, 3.5 mm combo; optional nano-SIM / smart card2× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP1.4), 2× USB-A 3.2, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45 GbE, microSD, 3.5 mm combo, Smart Card optional
Mobile broadband (4G/5G) optionOptional 4G LTE / 5G WWAN--
Physical
Weight (from)✓From approx. 1.73 kg (3.81 lb)From 1.86 kg (4.10 lb)
Dimensions357.8 x 252.3 x 19.9 mm358.0 × 250.0 × 19.5 mm
Security & management
Intel vProIntel vPro (options)Intel Core Ultra 5 / 7 (Series 2, vPro optional)
Copilot+ PC (40+ TOPS NPU)Intel Core Ultra Series 1 NPU below the 40-TOPS threshold — not a Copilot+ PC--
Battery
Battery capacity✓56 Wh standard, up to 76 Wh option; HP Fast Charge4-cell 64 Wh (ExpressCharge 1.0)
Rated battery life--ExpressCharge 1.0
Support
Operating systemWindows 11 ProWindows 11 Pro / IoT Enterprise LTSC, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
Base warranty1-year standard; HP Care Pack extends to 3-5 years with onsite / NBD / ADP options1-year ProSupport (extendable to 5-year ProSupport Plus)
Performance
Processor
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Intel Core Ultra Series 1 (Meteor Lake) — Core Ultra 5 125U/135U/125H, Core Ultra 7 155U/165U/155H/165H (vPro options), with Intel AI Boost NPU
Dell Pro 16Intel Core Ultra 5 / 7 (Series 2, vPro optional)
Graphics
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Integrated Intel Graphics / Intel Arc Graphics (H-series)
Dell Pro 16Intel Arc / Graphics integrated
Discrete GPU
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Integrated Intel graphics only
Dell Pro 16Integrated Intel graphics
Memory & storage
Maximum memory
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 across 2 SODIMM slots (user-upgradeable)
Dell Pro 16Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM (2 slots)
Memory type
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11DDR5-5600 across 2 SODIMM slots (user-upgradeable)
Dell Pro 16DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM (2 slots)
Maximum storage
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Up to 2 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
Dell Pro 162× M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD bays (up to 4 TB total)
Display
Display size
HP EliteBook 860 16" G1116" WUXGA IPS or 2.8K OLED
Dell Pro 1616.0"
Resolution
HP EliteBook 860 16" G112880×1800
Dell Pro 161920 × 1200
Brightness
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Up to 400 nits
Dell Pro 16250 nits
Panel
HP EliteBook 860 16" G1116" WUXGA (1920x1200) IPS or 2.8K (2880x1800) OLED; touch and privacy options
Dell Pro 1616.0" FHD+ (1920 × 1200) anti-glare, 250 nits, 16:10
Touchscreen
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Touch options
Dell Pro 16--
Connectivity
Thunderbolt / USB4 ports
HP EliteBook 860 16" G112x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP)
Dell Pro 162× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP1.4)
Ports
HP EliteBook 860 16" G112x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP), 2x USB-A 5 Gbps, HDMI 2.1, 3.5 mm combo; optional nano-SIM / smart card
Dell Pro 162× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP1.4), 2× USB-A 3.2, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45 GbE, microSD, 3.5 mm combo, Smart Card optional
Mobile broadband (4G/5G) option
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Optional 4G LTE / 5G WWAN
Dell Pro 16--
Physical
Weight (from)
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11From approx. 1.73 kg (3.81 lb)
Dell Pro 16From 1.86 kg (4.10 lb)
Dimensions
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11357.8 x 252.3 x 19.9 mm
Dell Pro 16358.0 × 250.0 × 19.5 mm
Security & management
Intel vPro
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Intel vPro (options)
Dell Pro 16Intel Core Ultra 5 / 7 (Series 2, vPro optional)
Copilot+ PC (40+ TOPS NPU)
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Intel Core Ultra Series 1 NPU below the 40-TOPS threshold — not a Copilot+ PC
Dell Pro 16--
Battery
Battery capacity
HP EliteBook 860 16" G1156 Wh standard, up to 76 Wh option; HP Fast Charge
Dell Pro 164-cell 64 Wh (ExpressCharge 1.0)
Rated battery life
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11--
Dell Pro 16ExpressCharge 1.0
Support
Operating system
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Windows 11 Pro
Dell Pro 16Windows 11 Pro / IoT Enterprise LTSC, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
Base warranty
HP EliteBook 860 16" G111-year standard; HP Care Pack extends to 3-5 years with onsite / NBD / ADP options
Dell Pro 161-year ProSupport (extendable to 5-year ProSupport Plus)
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Expert Analysis

Specs web-verified from manufacturer datasheets · Servnet-reviewed · Last reviewed 26 Jul 2026

For most UK business buyers, the HP EliteBook 860 G11 is the clear winner, offering a brighter display, lighter build, and longer battery life. Its 400-nit screen outclasses the Dell Pro 16's mere 250 nits, ensuring comfortable viewing in various lighting conditions. The HP is also lighter at 1.73 kg versus 1.86 kg, a boon for frequent travellers. Battery capacity is another objective victory: HP's optional 76 Wh pack dwarfs Dell's fixed 64 Wh. Connectivity presents trade-offs, however. Both feature dual Thunderbolt 4 ports, but the Dell adds an RJ-45 Ethernet jack and microSD slot—handy for wired offices. In contrast, HP offers optional 4G/5G WWAN for mobile broadband. Memory and storage are similar, with both allowing up to 64 GB DDR5 across two SODIMM slots; Dell explicitly supports two M.2 bays (up to 4 TB total), while HP maxes at 2 TB on a single drive. Manageability is on par, with optional Intel vPro and Windows 11 Pro on both. Ultimately, the HP's superior display, weight, and battery make it the more versatile choice for UK professionals, though the Dell remains a solid pick for IT environments demanding Ethernet and dual-storage expansion.

HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
Best for UK professionals prioritising portability, display quality, and mobile connectivity.
Dell Pro 16
Best for UK businesses needing wired Ethernet, dual SSD slots, and a rugged 16-inch workhorse.

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