HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE). 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 EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

compact, lightweight design

efficient multitasking performance

excellent connectivity options

fast charging support

average display quality

limited graphics capability

higher price range

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processors

robust build quality

excellent 4k display

advanced security features

wide connectivity options

high price point

heavier than competitors

average battery life

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
82 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm 35.95 cm x 25.38 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.41 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top)
Colour - Black paint
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Blue Light technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 24 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
RAM 0 GB 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 2 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 4 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3247 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Wireless - NFC, Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 170 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (powered)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 2.1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - German
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 640 G10 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 5 (21DE)
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Integrated Options HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested, Secured-core PC enabled Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, KCC, CISPR, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, SRRC, NCC, low halogen, KES RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light Method 2
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 9
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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