HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook and HP ProBook 640 G5 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.

HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

good security features

comfortable keyboard

decent battery life

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook and HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.8 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.89 cm 34 cm x 24 cm x 2.19 cm
Weight 1.48 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy -
Colour - Natural silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Slim Design, Full HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare Full HD eDP
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
CPU AMD A12 PRO-9800B / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 2 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 2400 MHz / PC4-19200
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value
Secondary Storage 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R7 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wireless-AX 22260 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Broadcom BCM5762 Intel I219-LM
Bluetooth Class Class 2 Class 2
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v
Features Miracast Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 15.5 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad
Keyboard Name HP Premium HP Advanced
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, gesture function Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C
DisplayPort
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
LAN
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English / German
Software Included Skype, HP SoftPaq Download Manager, HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, Bing Toolbar, HP ePrint, HP Hotkey Support, HP Systems Software Manager (free download), HP BIOS Configuration Utility (free download), HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP JumpStart, HP JetAdvantage Connect, HP Noise Cancellation, HP LAN-WLAN Protection, HP MAC Address Manager, HP MIK for Microsoft SCCM (free download), HP Client Security Suite Gen3 HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen3 (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Client Security Suite Gen5, HP Cloud Recovery
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 745 G4 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader, smart card reader
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 DuraKeys, HP BIOS Protection, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP SureStart, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication Power-on password, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), HP DuraKeys, fingerprint-resistant coating, Setup Password, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, RED
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
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