HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)

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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 ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8). 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 ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display resolution

efficient performance

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

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Difference between HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.7 cm x 25.7 cm x 2.395 cm 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm
Weight 2.18 kg 966.5 g
Case Material - Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom)
Colour Natural silver Black paint
DISPLAY HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 2160 x 1350 (2K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 450 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 3 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
RAM 0 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 5200 MHz
Rated Speed - 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 2 -
STORAGE HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers Four speakers, four microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable WWAN upgradable
BATTERY HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 49.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Type - Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
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
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories - USB-C slim power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, Firmware Resiliency 2.0, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration
Compliant Standards RoHS, WEEE RoHS, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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