HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF)

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HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook
HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook

In depth comparison and review of HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook and Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust metal design

crisp full HD display

backlit keyboard feature

adequate processing power

reasonable price point

average battery life

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

no USB-C port

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Difference between HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook and Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF)
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.7 cm x 25.7 cm x 2.395 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.2 cm
Weight 2.18 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material - Metal
Colour Natural silver Golden
DISPLAY HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF)
RAM 0 GB 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 2 0
STORAGE HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 2 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
Optical Drive - DVD±RW
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce MX150 / Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera - Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Output: Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF)
Technology - 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 35 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF)
Type - Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
LAN
Serial
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB-C 3.0
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 520-15IKB (81BF)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features DriveLock, HP Automatic Drive Lock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, HP Sure Start Gen 4, HP Wireless Wakeup, BIOS Update via Network Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards RoHS, WEEE RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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