HP ProBook 650 G1 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 650 G1 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

effective security features

comfortable keyboard layout

adequate port selection

reasonable base price

average battery life

heavier design

outdated processor

mediocre display quality

HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged build quality

efficient performance

good battery life

affordable pricing

decent connectivity options

average display quality

modest storage capacity

basic graphics

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 650 G1 and HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 650 G1 vs. HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.8 cm x 25.7 cm x 2.9 cm 33.6 cm x 23 cm x 2.19 cm
Weight 2.32 kg 1.69 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
DISPLAY HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (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
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Ultra Slim Design, HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare, Micro Edge, narrow-bezel design
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4310M / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1230U / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel QM87 -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 8 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 120 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4600 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - HD
Camera Features - HP Privacy
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec IDT 92HD91 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS SOUND+ High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111HSH-CG
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6E
Remote Management Protocol - SNMP 2
Features - Miracast, Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9.75 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 90-265 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 8 A
INPUT HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ClickPad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, pick resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook
Expansion Bays 1 x Upgrade Bay -
Interfaces 5 x USB 3.0
DisplayPort
VGA
Microphone input
Headphone output
LAN
Dock
Serial
Modem
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro National Academic) + Windows 11 Pro National Academic Licence - English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Image Assistant (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP MAC Address Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, HP Smart Support (free download), HP Manageability Integration Kit (free download), HP Quick Touch
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 650 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G10 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington 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, HP Disk Sanitizer, HP 3D DriveGuard, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), Enhanced Pre-Boot Security, HP SpareKey, HP File Sanitizer, HP BIOS Protection, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP SureStart, HP Drive Encryption, SecureBoot, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Hybrid Boot, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, Pre-Boot Security, 1 USB 3.0 charging port Automatic DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP DriveLock, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Start Gen 7
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, EAC, CIT, RCM, ICCP, BNCI
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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