HP ProBook 640 G5 177G1EA#ABH Overview
The HP ProBook 640 G5 177G1EA#ABH is a powerful and versatile laptop designed for business professionals who require reliability and performance. Powered by an Intel Core i5-8265U processor with 4 cores and 8 threads, this laptop delivers efficient multitasking capabilities. The Whiskey Lake processor has a base frequency of 1.6 GHz, which can be boosted up to 3.9 GHz for increased performance when needed. With a Thermal Design Power of 15 W, it strikes a good balance between power consumption and performance.
The laptop comes with Windows 10 Pro pre-installed, providing a familiar and secure operating system for users. The 14-inch Full HD IPS display offers crisp visuals with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels and a brightness of 250 cd/m². The LED backlight ensures energy-efficient operation, while the absence of a touchscreen may be a drawback for some users.
With 8 GB of DDR4 memory (expandable up to 32 GB) and a 256 GB NVMe SSD, the ProBook 640 G5 offers fast and responsive performance for everyday tasks. The SSD interface supports PCI Express for quicker data transfer speeds. The laptop also features a microSD card reader for additional storage options.
Connectivity options on the HP ProBook 640 G5 include Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.0, and Ethernet LAN for seamless network connectivity. The inclusion of Intel Wireless-AX 22260 and MIMO technology ensures reliable wireless performance. The laptop also features HDMI, VGA, USB Type-A, and USB Type-C ports for versatile connectivity options.
The ProBook 640 G5 boasts a sleek and professional design in a silver color scheme, making it suitable for business settings. The spill-resistant keyboard and fingerprint reader enhance security and durability, while the built-in microphone and front camera enable clear communication during video conferencing.
Measuring 340 x 240 x 20.9 mm and weighing 1.73 kg, the laptop is portable enough to take on the go. The 48 Wh Lithium-Ion battery provides decent battery life for all-day productivity.
Pros:
- Powerful Intel Core i5 processor for efficient multitasking
- Full HD IPS display for crisp visuals
- Fast NVMe SSD with PCIe interface for quick data transfer
- Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 for seamless connectivity
- Spill-resistant keyboard and fingerprint reader for security
Cons:
- Lack of touchscreen may be a drawback for some users
- Limited storage capacity with only one 256 GB SSD
- No dedicated GPU for graphics-intensive tasks
