HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

good security features

comfortable keyboard

decent battery life

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Dell Inspiron 3481 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Inspiron 3481 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

decent battery life

average display quality

modest performance

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook and Dell Inspiron 3481
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
64 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook vs. Dell Inspiron 3481 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3481
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 34 cm x 24 cm x 2.19 cm 33.9 cm x 24.19 cm x 2.1 cm
Weight 1.95 kg 1.79 kg
Colour Natural silver Silver
DISPLAY HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3481
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Full HD eDP Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3481
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3481
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz / PC4-19200 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3481
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3481
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter 720p HD movie recording, fixed focus, 78.6 degrees
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions 720p 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3246
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features - MaxxAudio Pro
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3481
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AX 22260 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM Realtek RTL8106
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Features Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO -
BATTERY HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3481
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3481
Input (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 2.31 A
INPUT HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3481
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Advanced -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3481
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
LAN
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3481
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English / German Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen3 (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Client Security Suite Gen5, HP Cloud Recovery -
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3481
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader, smart card reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power-on password, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), HP DuraKeys, fingerprint-resistant coating, Setup Password, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network -
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, RED -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 40 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
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