HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

solid build quality

powerful intel processors

comfortable keyboard layout

good connectivity options

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no 4k display option

limited graphics performance

Dell Inspiron 3780 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Inspiron 3780 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display screen

ample storage capacity

decent processor speed

variety of ports

heavy build

average battery life

mediocre graphics

dim display brightness

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook and Dell Inspiron 3780
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook vs. Dell Inspiron 3780 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3780
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 1.99 cm 41.54 cm x 27.92 cm x 2.56 cm
Weight 1.74 kg 3.03 kg
Colour - Silver
DISPLAY HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3780
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 127
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, narrow-bezel design Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, 0.1989 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3780
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3780
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3780
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer - tray
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3780
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 520
Video Memory - 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features - 720p HD movie recording, fixed focus, 78.6 degrees
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions 720p 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3204
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features - MaxxAudio Pro
COMMUNICATIONS HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3780
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 10/100 Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3780
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3780
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 19.5 V, 3.34 A
INPUT HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3780
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3780
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3780
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Client Catalog, HP Driver Packs, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP System Software Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen3, HP Privacy Settings, HP WorkWell, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, HP Noise Cancellation Software -
MISCELLANEOUS HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Dell Inspiron 3780
Included Accessories HP 65W Smart AC Adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP BIOSphere Gen 5, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Client Security Manager Gen 6, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Sure Run Gen 3, HP Sure Recover Gen 3, HP Sure Admin, HP Pro Security Edition -
Compliant Standards Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen -
Repairability Index 7.8 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 40 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 15 months - pick-up and return
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