HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook vs. Microsoft Surface

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook
HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook
Microsoft Surface
Microsoft Surface

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook and Microsoft Surface. 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.

Microsoft Surface Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile form factor

high-resolution touchscreen

lightweight design

solid build quality

good battery life

higher price range

limited port selection

moderate storage options

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook and Microsoft Surface
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook vs. Microsoft Surface Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.7 cm x 25.7 cm x 2.395 cm 27.8 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.57 cm
Weight 2.18 kg 1.13 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate, anodised aluminium
Colour Natural silver Platinum
DISPLAY HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 12.4"
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution - 1536 x 1024
Pixel Density (ppi) - 148
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 3:2
Features - Corning Gorilla glass 3, Color Calibrated, PixelSense, sRGB Mode, enhanced colour
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Microsoft Surface
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 3 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Microsoft Surface
RAM 0 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 2 -
STORAGE HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 128 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera - Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, dual far-field studio microphones
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features - Output: Omnisonic speakers
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Battery Capacity (Size) - 41 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Output - 39 Watt
INPUT HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Type - Keyboard, touchpad
Features - Precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Microsoft Surface
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 3.2/DisplayPort
USB 3.1
Headphone output (mini-phone 3.5 mm)
SurfaceConnect
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Pro
Software Included - Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 650 G4 Notebook Microsoft Surface
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection 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 Fast charging
Compliant Standards RoHS, WEEE -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
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