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

HP 250 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP 250 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

adequate connectivity options

expandable memory slots

average display quality

modest battery life

no backlit keyboard

basic graphics card

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 640 G2 and HP 250 G9 Notebook
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 640 G2 vs. HP 250 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 640 G2 HP 250 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 34 cm x 23.7 cm x 2.7 cm 35.8 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.95 kg 1.74 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
DISPLAY HP ProBook 640 G2 HP 250 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (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 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% 45% NTSC
Features HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) anti-glare Anti-glare, Full HD standard-viewing angle (SVA), narrow-bezel design
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 640 G2 HP 250 G9 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ProBook 640 G2 HP 250 G9 Notebook
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2133 MHz / PC4-17000 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 640 G2 HP 250 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 640 G2 HP 250 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera - Yes - HD
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS SOUND+ -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 640 G2 HP 250 G9 Notebook
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Realtek RTL8852BE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111HSH
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Remote Management Protocol - SNMP 2
Features - Miracast, Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP ProBook 640 G2 HP 250 G9 Notebook
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 41 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 640 G2 HP 250 G9 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT HP ProBook 640 G2 HP 250 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support Multi-touch touchpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, PTP certified touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 640 G2 HP 250 G9 Notebook
Interfaces USB-C
USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (charging)
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
DisplayPort
VGA
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 640 G2 HP 250 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, HP Audio Switch, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, ExpressVPN (30 days trial), HP QuickDrop, HP Smart App, myHP, LastPass password manager (30 days trial), HP Smart Health (free download), McAfee Security (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 640 G2 HP 250 G9 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 45 Watt Smart AC Adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - HP Fast Charge
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, EAC, low halogen, CU, ICCP, RED
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 - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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