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

MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

vivid full hd display

efficient cooling system

competitive price point

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 34 cm x 24 cm x 2.19 cm 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.95 kg 1.7 kg
Colour Natural silver -
DISPLAY HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full 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 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Full HD eDP MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz / PC4-19200 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Max Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - Output: Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AX 22260 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM -
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 Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 39.3 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.5 hours Up to 5 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Input (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Advanced -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (white)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function Precision touchpad, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
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
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English / German Windows 11 Home
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 MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
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 -
Theft/Intrusion Protection 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 MIL-STD-810G tested
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 -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 003UK
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