HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L530

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
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 L530. 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 Lenovo ThinkPad L530
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad L530 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L530
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm 38 cm x 24.7 cm x 3.34 cm
Weight 1.38 kg 2.58 kg
Case Material - ABS plastic
DISPLAY HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L530
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
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 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L530
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1145G7 / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (3rd Gen) 3110M / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM76 Express
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, integrated memory controller, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L530
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR3 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 1600 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 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 Lenovo ThinkPad L530
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 320 GB HDD SATA 3Gb/s / 5400 rpm
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer fixed - tray
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L530
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 4000
Camera Yes - HD -
Camera Features IR camera -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3202
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio v2
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L530
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 PCI Express Mini Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM Realtek RTL8111F
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 -
WWAN
Generation - 3G upgradable
BATTERY HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L530
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.75 hours Up to 7.5 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L530
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 Lenovo ThinkPad L530
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L530
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 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
PoweredUSB 2.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 640 G8 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad L530
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 8 64-bit Edition
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 L530
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 1.2) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection 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 Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkVantage Active Protection System
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP RoHS, GREENGUARD
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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