Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) vs. HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) and HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise. 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.

Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged build quality

360-degree hinge versatility

affordable price point

responsive touchscreen

stylus included

mediocre performance

low storage capacity

dim display

limited app compatibility

HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum chassis

efficient Chrome OS

long battery life

fast charging support

enterprise security features

limited app compatibility

no high-resolution display

average speaker quality

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) and HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) vs. HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 2.035 cm 32.5 cm x 20.5 cm x 1.65 cm
Weight 1.31 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Black Pike silver aluminium
DISPLAY Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-fingerprint Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare, Micro Edge
PROCESSOR Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise
CPU Intel Celeron N4100 / 1.1 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 6405U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.4 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.0
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p (front) Yes - HD
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear) -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec MAX98357A -
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features - Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 60 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, anti-pry key caps Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.0
2 x USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS - English Google Chrome OS (with Chrome Enterprise Upgrade) - English
Software Included - Google Play, Google Drive (100 GB Cloud Storage) (free for 1 year), Google G Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo 500e Chromebook (2nd Gen) (81MC) HP Pro c640 Chromebook Enterprise
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Chrome Pen HP 45W USB-C AC Adapter
Security Google Security Chip H1 Google Security Chip H1, 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)
Compliant Standards RoHS UL, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FCC, ICES, KC, EAC, RCM, low halogen, ICCP
SAR Value 0.63 W/kg (body), 0.63 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
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