HP ProBook 640 G2 vs. Dell Latitude E5550

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ProBook 640 G2
HP ProBook 640 G2

Our Rating: 72 %

Dell Latitude E5550
Dell Latitude E5550

In depth comparison and review of HP ProBook 640 G2 and Dell Latitude E5550. 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 G2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 640 G2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

efficient performance

good security features

solid keyboard design

reasonable price point

average display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

mediocre battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 640 G2 and Dell Latitude E5550
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 640 G2 vs. Dell Latitude E5550 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 640 G2 Dell Latitude E5550
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 34 cm x 23.7 cm x 2.7 cm 37.69 cm x 25.52 cm x 2.345 cm
Weight 1.95 kg 2.14 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Glass-fibre reinforced plastic
DISPLAY HP ProBook 640 G2 Dell Latitude E5550
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% -
Features HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) anti-glare Anti-glare, BFR/PVC-free
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 640 G2 Dell Latitude E5550
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (5th Gen) 5010U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY HP ProBook 640 G2 Dell Latitude E5550
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz / PC4-17000 1600 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 640 G2 Dell Latitude E5550
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 500 GB HDD SATA / 7200 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 640 G2 Dell Latitude E5550
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel HD Graphics 5500
Camera - Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS SOUND+ -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 640 G2 Dell Latitude E5550
Wireless - Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - PCI Express Half Mini Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY HP ProBook 640 G2 Dell Latitude E5550
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 51 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 640 G2 Dell Latitude E5550
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP ProBook 640 G2 Dell Latitude E5550
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 640 G2 Dell Latitude E5550
Interfaces USB-C
USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (charging)
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
DisplayPort
VGA
LAN
3 x USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA
HDMI
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 640 G2 Dell Latitude E5550
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition + Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit Licence
Software Included - McAfee SecurityCenter (30 days trial), Microsoft Office 2013 (Trial), Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit (DVD), Intel Management Engine Components, Dell Applications for Windows 7
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 640 G2 Dell Latitude E5550
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader, contactless 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 - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), Free Fall Sensor, Dell Data Protection, USB PowerShare technology
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 FIPS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year
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