HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 650 G2

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook
HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook and HP ProBook 650 G2. 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 G2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 650 G2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

effective security features

comfortable keyboard layout

decent processor performance

good connectivity options

average display quality

heavier than competitors

modest battery life

limited graphics capability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook and HP ProBook 650 G2
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 650 G2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G2
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.7 cm x 23.45 cm x 1.58 cm 37.8 cm x 25.7 cm x 2.74 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 2.31 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G2
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Features Slim Design, Full HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) anti-glare Slim Design
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G2
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G2
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz / PC4-17000 2133 MHz / PC4-17000
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G2
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 120 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G2
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel HD Graphics 520
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording, low light enhancement 720p HD movie recording, low light enhancement
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, DTS SOUND+
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G2
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-LM -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G2
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45.6 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 9.75 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G2
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V -
INPUT HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G2
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, glass with chemical etched surface Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G2
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
USB-C
Dock
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C
USB 3.0
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
DisplayPort
VGA
Serial
USB 3.0 (charging)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G2
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
Software Included Cyberlink PowerDVD, HP SoftPaq Download Manager, HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, HP ePrint, CyberLink YouCam BE, Foxit PhantomPDF Express, HP PageLift, HP File Sanitizer, HP BIOSphere, HP Wireless Hotspot, HP Touchpoint Manager, Skype for Business Plus CAL -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G2
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP DuraFinish, HP DuraKeys, HP DisplaySafe, HP BIOS Protection, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP SureStart, HP Drive Encryption, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Master Record Security, Power On Authentication, Pre-Boot Security, 1 USB 3.1 charging port, 1 USB-C charging port HP 3D DriveGuard, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), soft-touch surface, HP BIOS Protection, 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 RoHS, WEEE ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, WEEE, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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