HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7)

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HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook
HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7). 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

Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

solid performance

adequate connectivity options

mediocre display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm 36.02 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.993 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 1.77 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour - Thunder black
DISPLAY HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
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 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 / 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 7530U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing 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) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 AMD RZ616 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM Realtek RTL8111EPV
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 DASH
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), CNVi Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.75 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7)
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
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - 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 -
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L15 Gen 4 (21H7)
Included Accessories HP 45 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano 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 Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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