HP ProBook 640 G2 vs. HP ENVY Laptop 17

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

Our Rating: 72 %

HP ENVY Laptop 17
HP ENVY Laptop 17

Side by side comparison and review of HP ProBook 640 G2 and HP ENVY Laptop 17. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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 HP ENVY Laptop 17
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 640 G2 vs. HP ENVY Laptop 17 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 640 G2 HP ENVY Laptop 17
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 34 cm x 23.7 cm x 2.7 cm 41.6 cm x 27.5 cm x 3.9 cm
Weight 1.95 kg 3.4 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour - Brushed aluminum, carbon relic
DISPLAY HP ProBook 640 G2 HP ENVY Laptop 17
Screen Size (Type) 14" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% -
Features HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) anti-glare LED-backlit, TrueVision, BrightView Infinity, edge-to-edge glass
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 640 G2 HP ENVY Laptop 17
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 720QM / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM55 Express
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP ProBook 640 G2 HP ENVY Laptop 17
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz / PC4-17000 1333 MHz / PC3-10600
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 1333 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE HP ProBook 640 G2 HP ENVY Laptop 17
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 500 GB HDD SATA 1.5Gb/s / 7200 rpm
Optical Drive - DVD±RW (±R DL) / DVD-RAM / BD-ROM
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 640 G2 HP ENVY Laptop 17
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5850
Total Available Graphics Memory - 2811 MB
Video Memory - 1 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera - Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS SOUND+ -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 640 G2 HP ENVY Laptop 17
Wireless - Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY HP ProBook 640 G2 HP ENVY Laptop 17
Technology Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 640 G2 HP ENVY Laptop 17
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 120 Watt, 18.5 V, 6.5 A
INPUT HP ProBook 640 G2 HP ENVY Laptop 17
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, ClickPad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 640 G2 HP ENVY Laptop 17
Interfaces USB-C
USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (charging)
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
DisplayPort
VGA
USB 3.0
USB 2.0/eSATA
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
VGA
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone output
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 5 in 1 (SD Card, Memory Stick, Memory Stick PRO, MultiMediaCard, xD-Picture Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 640 G2 HP ENVY Laptop 17
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Microsoft Internet Explorer, Adobe Photoshop Elements, HP MediaSmart Suite, Adobe Flash Player, Adobe Premiere Elements, Adobe Reader, CyberLink DVD Suite, Windows Live Messenger, HP Support Assistant, Stardock MyColors, HP ProtectSmart, Norton Internet Security 2011 (60 days subscription)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 640 G2 HP ENVY Laptop 17
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 1190ea
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