HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook and HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

solid build quality

good processor performance

decent battery life

comfortable keyboard

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

heavier than competitors

HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum chassis

impressive battery life

comfortable keyboard design

strong processor performance

good security features

average display brightness

no thunderbolt support

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook and HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.74 kg
Colour - Natural silver
DISPLAY HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare, narrow bezel bent
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera IR camera, privacy camera
Video Resolutions 720p 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM Realtek RTL8111HSH
Bluetooth Class Class 2 Class 2
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 SNMP 2
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), CNVi Miracast, Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 51.3 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.75 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt
INPUT HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name HP Premium HP Premium
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
Interfaces USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (powered)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (powered)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, HP Wireless Button Driver, HP BIOS Configuration Utility (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Image Assistant, HP Noise Cancellation, HP LAN-WLAN Protection, HP Notifications, HP System Software Manager (free download), HP Connection Optimizer, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen3 (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Privacy Settings, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), myHP, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, Microsoft 365 (Trial), HP Secure Erase, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Fingerprint Sensor, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, Tile, HP Smart Support
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G9 Notebook
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter HP 45 Watt Smart USB-C AC Adapter
Integrated Options - Tile module
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power-on password, Setup Password, Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, EAC, CIT, UL 1642, low halogen, IEEE 1680, ICCP, RED, BNCI
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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