Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display vs. HP ProBook 650 G1

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display
Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display

Side by side comparison and review of Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display and HP ProBook 650 G1. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

HP ProBook 650 G1 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 650 G1 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

effective security features

comfortable keyboard layout

adequate port selection

reasonable base price

average battery life

heavier design

outdated processor

mediocre display quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display and HP ProBook 650 G1
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display vs. HP ProBook 650 G1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G1
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.4 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.8 cm 37.8 cm x 25.7 cm x 2.9 cm
Weight 1.57 kg 2.32 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
DISPLAY Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G1
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
PROCESSOR Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G1
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4310M / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Intel QM87
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features Integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G1
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz 1600 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G1
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 120 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G1
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Graphics Intel HD Graphics 4600
Camera Yes Yes - 1280 x 720
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec - IDT 92HD91
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, DTS SOUND+
COMMUNICATIONS Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G1
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G1
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 71.8 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G1
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 60 Watt -
INPUT Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G1
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, ambient light sensor Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G1
Expansion Bays - 1 x Upgrade Bay
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
2 x Thunderbolt 2
HDMI
Headphone output
5 x USB 3.0
DisplayPort
VGA
Microphone input
Headphone output
LAN
Dock
Serial
Modem
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G1
Operating System (OS) Apple macOS Catalina 10.15 Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
Software Included Drivers & Utilities, Apple QuickTime, Apple iTunes, Apple Mac OS X Mail, Apple Mac OS X Chess, Apple iMovie, Apple DVD Player, Apple Safari, Apple GarageBand, Apple Dashboard, Photo Booth, Apple Time Machine, Apple Mac App Store, Apple FaceTime, Apple Automator, Apple Launchpad, Apple Mission Control, Apple Preview, Apple Calculator, Apple Dictionary, Apple Image Capture, Apple Stickies, Apple TextEdit, Apple System Preferences, Maps, Reminders, Contacts, Notes, Calendar, Apple AirDrop, Notification Center, Messages, Dictation, iCloud, Game Center, Apple AirPlay, Apple Font Book, Apple iBooks, Apple Keynote, Apple Pages, Apple Numbers -
MISCELLANEOUS Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G1
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Power-on password, HP Disk Sanitizer, HP 3D DriveGuard, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), Enhanced Pre-Boot Security, HP SpareKey, HP File Sanitizer, HP BIOS Protection, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP SureStart, HP Drive Encryption, SecureBoot, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Hybrid Boot, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, Pre-Boot Security, 1 USB 3.0 charging port
Compliant Standards - ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 10 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 0 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year
Technical support - phone consulting - 90 days
Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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