HP ProBook 650 G1 vs. HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook

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HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook

In depth comparison and review of HP ProBook 650 G1 and HP ProBook 640 G8 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.

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 650 G1 vs. HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 25.7 cm x 2.9 cm 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.32 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
DISPLAY HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4310M / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Intel QM87 -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform Intel vPro Platform
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 1600 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4600 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR camera
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec IDT 92HD91 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS SOUND+ -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-LM
Bluetooth Class - 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
Remote Management Protocol - SNMP 2
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), CNVi
BATTERY HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.75 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
Expansion Bays 1 x Upgrade Bay -
Interfaces 5 x USB 3.0
DisplayPort
VGA
Microphone input
Headphone output
LAN
Dock
Serial
Modem
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
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - 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
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 45 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington 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, 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 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
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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