HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook vs. Dell Latitude E5540

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

Dell Latitude E5540
Dell Latitude E5540

In depth comparison and review of HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook and Dell Latitude E5540. 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 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

solid build quality

good processor performance

decent battery life

comfortable keyboard

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook and Dell Latitude E5540
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook vs. Dell Latitude E5540 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Dell Latitude E5540
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm 37.9 cm x 25.05 cm x 2.97 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 2.3 kg
Colour - Black | Grey
DISPLAY HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Dell Latitude E5540
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED 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 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, WideView
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Dell Latitude E5540
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4200U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 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, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Dell Latitude E5540
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 1600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Dell Latitude E5540
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 500 GB HDD SATA 3Gb/s / 5400 rpm
Optical Drive - DVD±RW
Read Speed - 8x
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Dell Latitude E5540
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 4400
Memory Allocation Technology - Dynamic Video Memory Technology
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Camera Features IR camera 720p HD movie recording
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, stereo microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3226
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Dell Latitude E5540
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7260
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.3az, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), CNVi Intel Wireless Display (WiDi)
BATTERY HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Dell Latitude E5540
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 9-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 97 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.75 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Dell Latitude E5540
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Dell Latitude E5540
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Dell Latitude E5540
Slots - 1 x PCI Express Half Mini Card
1 x ExpressCard
Interfaces USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (powered)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
LAN
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA
HDMI
Dock
Memory Card Reader - 8 in 1 (SD Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Dell Latitude E5540
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, HP Wireless Button Driver, HP BIOS Configuration Utility (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Image Assistant, HP Noise Cancellation, HP LAN-WLAN Protection, HP Notifications, HP System Software Manager (free download), HP Connection Optimizer, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen3 (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Privacy Settings, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), myHP, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial McAfee SecurityCenter (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Dell Latitude E5540
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power-on password, Setup Password, Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network ExpressCharge
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °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 - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 3 years - response time: next business day
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