Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display vs. HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook

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Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display
Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display

Detailed comparison and review of Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display and HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good enterprise security

solid processor performance

decent battery life

heavier than competitors

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display and HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display vs. HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.4 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.8 cm 37.7 cm x 25.7 cm x 2.39 cm
Weight 1.57 kg 2.18 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour - Natural silver
DISPLAY Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 67% sRGB
Features - Full HD anti-glare
PROCESSOR Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 3 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features Integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer
AUDIO & VIDEO Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes - HD
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 71.8 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 60 Watt 65 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, ClickPad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, ambient light sensor Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
2 x Thunderbolt 2
HDMI
Headphone output
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Apple MacBook Pro with Retina display HP ProBook 650 G5 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Apple macOS Catalina 10.15 Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English / French
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 G5 Notebook
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter HP Smart AC Adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, MU-MIMO technology, Master Boot Record Security, Secure Erase, HP Wireless Wakeup, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Start Gen 5
Compliant Standards - CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, ICCP
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 10 °C 0 °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 - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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