HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad W540

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook
HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad W540. 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 440 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard layout

efficient processor performance

adequate port selection

average display brightness

modest battery life

standard design

limited graphics capability

Lenovo ThinkPad W540 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad W540 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

powerful processor options

good graphics performance

reliable brand reputation

heavier than competitors

outdated design

average battery life

premium price tag

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad W540
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad W540 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad W540
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm 37.66 cm x 24.81 cm x 2.95 cm
Weight 1.42 kg 2.53 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Natural silver -
DISPLAY HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad W540
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED 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 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, narrow bezel bent Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad W540
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (4th Gen) 4800MQ / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset - Intel QM87
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad W540
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 4
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad W540
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 500 GB HDD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad W540
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA Quadro K1000M / Intel HD Graphics 4600
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) NVIDIA Optimus
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera Face tracking
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3247-CG Realtek ALC3232
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad W540
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111HSH -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6E -
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features Miracast, Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), CNVi -
BATTERY HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad W540
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 13.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad W540
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt -
INPUT HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad W540
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad W540
Expansion Bays - 1 x Ultrabay
Slots - 1 x ExpressCard/34 (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 2.1 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (powered)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.0
USB 2.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort/Thunderbolt combo
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0 (Always On)
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad W540
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP Smart Support (free download), HP Smart Support, HP Manageability Integration Kit (free download) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 440 G9 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad W540
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart USB-C AC Adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkVantage Active Protection System
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CECP, EAC, CIT, SEPA, low halogen, ICCP, Japan PC Green Label, Taiwan Green Mark, Korea Eco-Label ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, GREENGUARD, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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