HP ProBook 640 G1 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)

In depth comparison and review of HP ProBook 640 G1 and Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM). 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 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outdated aesthetics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 640 G1 and Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 640 G1 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 640 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 34 cm x 23.7 cm x 2.9 cm 30.55 cm x 20.85 cm x 2.03 cm
Weight 2.13 kg 1.43 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Glass-fibre reinforced plastic
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ProBook 640 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 12.5"
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 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Features HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 640 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300M / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.3 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ProBook 640 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 1600 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE HP ProBook 640 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 128 GB SSD 2.5" (7 mm) SATA 6Gb/s
Optical Drive DVD-Writer -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 640 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4600 Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Low light enhancement -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec IDT 92HD91 Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS SOUND+ High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 640 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY HP ProBook 640 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Technology Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty - 1
Battery Capacity (Size) - 48 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 640 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 20 V
INPUT HP ProBook 640 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features Spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 640 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
DisplayPort
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
USB 3.0 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 640 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 640 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad X270 (20HM)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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