HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook
HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook
Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM). 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 ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent battery life

good processor performance

adequate storage options

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
78 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.7 cm x 25.7 cm x 2.395 cm 36.4 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 2.18 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Natural silver Mineral grey
DISPLAY HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
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 ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
RAM 0 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 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 ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Technology - Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Type - Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
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 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
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 ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - French
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkBook 15-IIL (20SM)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, WEEE RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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