HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

affordable price point

solid build quality

efficient AMD processor

comfortable keyboard

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

mediocre battery life

HP ProBook 640 G1 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 640 G1 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

efficient business features

good keyboard layout

decent processor performance

affordable price point

average battery life

heavier design

limited graphics capability

outdated aesthetics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook and HP ProBook 640 G1
71 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 640 G1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G1
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.42 cm x 23.77 cm x 1.8 cm 34 cm x 23.7 cm x 2.9 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 2.13 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
DISPLAY HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G1
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 67% sRGB -
Features HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G1
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 2500U / 2 GHz Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300M / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G1
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz / PC4-19200 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 1600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G1
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC), HP Value 120 GB SSD
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G1
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel HD Graphics 4600
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Low light enhancement
Video Resolutions 720p 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - IDT 92HD91
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, DTS SOUND+
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G1
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Wi-Fi
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111HSH-CG -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i -
Features Miracast -
BATTERY HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G1
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 11.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G1
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V -
INPUT HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G1
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support Spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G1
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 2.0 (charging)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.0
DisplayPort
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
USB 3.0 (charging)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G1
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
Software Included HP Support Assistant, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP 3D DriveGuard, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP LAN-WLAN Protection, HP Wireless Wakeup, HP Connection Optimizer, HP BIOSphere Gen4, HP Client Security Suite Gen4, HP Host Based MAC Address Manager, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen3 (free download) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 445 G6 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G1
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, hall sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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), padlock loop Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, ICCP ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified 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 - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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