HP ProBook 640 G2 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X230

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

Our Rating: 72 %

Lenovo ThinkPad X230
Lenovo ThinkPad X230

In depth comparison and review of HP ProBook 640 G2 and Lenovo ThinkPad X230. 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 Lenovo ThinkPad X230
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 640 G2 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X230 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 640 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X230
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 34 cm x 23.7 cm x 2.7 cm 30.5 cm x 20.65 cm x 2.66 cm
Weight 1.95 kg 1.34 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS, magnesium alloy
DISPLAY HP ProBook 640 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X230
Screen Size (Type) 14" 12.5" - IPS
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 220 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% -
Features HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) anti-glare Premium
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 640 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X230
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (3rd Gen) 3320M / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel QM77 Express
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
MEMORY HP ProBook 640 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X230
RAM 8 GB 2 GB (1 x 2 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR3 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz / PC4-17000 1600 MHz / PC3-12800
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 1600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 640 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X230
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 320 GB HDD SATA 3Gb/s / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 640 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X230
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel HD Graphics 4000
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, stereo microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3202
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS SOUND+ High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 640 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X230
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6205
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel 82579LM
BATTERY HP ProBook 640 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X230
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Installed Qty - 1
Max Supported Qty - 2
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 640 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X230
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP ProBook 640 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X230
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 640 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X230
Slots - 1 x ExpressCard/54 (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C
USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (charging)
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
DisplayPort
VGA
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Mini DisplayPort
PoweredUSB 2.0
VGA
2 x USB 3.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 640 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X230
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 640 G2 Lenovo ThinkPad X230
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - ThinkLight
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkVantage Active Protection System
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 RoHS, GREENGUARD, Nordic Ecolabel
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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