HP ProBook 650 G8 vs HP ProBook 630 G8 Comparison

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HP ProBook 650 G8

15.6 inches | September 2020

Speed 3

Size 8

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Gaming 1.5

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HP ProBook 630 G8

13.3 inches | September 2020

Speed 2.5

Size 9

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HP ProBook 650 G8 vs HP ProBook 630 G8 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing ProBook 650 G8 and ProBook 630 G8, two laptops by HP. HP ProBook 650 G8 was introduced to market in September 2020 and HP ProBook 630 G8 was launched in September 2020. Both ProBook 650 G8 and ProBook 630 G8 were launched within the same month so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and available technology level.

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ProBook 650 G8 and ProBook 630 G8 are members of HP's ProBook series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

HP ProBook Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
HP ProBook 440 G11	March 2024	14.0"	318.6 x 224.3 x 17 mm	1.39 kg (3.06 lbs)
HP ProBook 445 G11	March 2024	14.0"	318.6 x 224.4 x 17 mm	1.39 kg (3.06 lbs)
HP ProBook 465 G11	March 2024	16.0"	359.4 x 251.1 x 10.9-17 mm	1.74 kg (3.84 lbs)
HP ProBook 460 G11	March 2024	16.0"	359.4 x 251.1 x 10.9-17 mm	1.74 kg (3.84 lbs)
HP ProBook 450 G10	March 2023	15.6"	359.4 x 233.9 x 19.9 mm	1.79 kg (3.95 lbs)
HP ProBook 440 G10	March 2023	14.0"	321.81 x 213.86 x 19.81 mm	1.37 kg (3.02 lbs)
HP ProBook 440 G9	January 2022	14.0"	321.9 x 213.9 x 19.9 mm	1.38 kg (3.04 lbs)
HP ProBook 445 G9	January 2022	14.0"	321.9 x 213.9 x 19.9 mm	1.38 kg (3.04 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of HP ProBook 650 G8 and HP ProBook 630 G8 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

HP ProBook 650 G8 Key Specs

Launched in September 2020
15.6" TN LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i3 1115G4
GPU: GeForce MX450 2GB
8GB Ram
359 x 234 x 19.9 mm (14.13 x 9.21 x 0.78 inches)
Weight: 1.74 kg (3.84 lbs)

HP ProBook 630 G8 Key Specs

Launched in September 2020
13.3" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i3 1115G4
GPU: Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4
8GB Ram
306.9 x 208.4 x 15.9 mm (12.08 x 8.2 x 0.63 inches)
Weight: 1.28 kg (2.82 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how ProBook 650 G8 and ProBook 630 G8 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose HP ProBook 650 G8 over HP ProBook 630 G8

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~79.9% vs ~76.2%	Larger screen area ratio
Display Size	15.6 inches vs 13.3 inches	Larger Screen Estate
GPU FLOPS	2.822 TFLOPS vs 0.84 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Easily see the keys under low light
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs No

Reasons to choose HP ProBook 630 G8 over HP ProBook 650 G8

Weight	1.28 kg vs 1.74 kg	0.46 kg lighter
Side Bezel Thickness	6.3 mm vs 6.8 mm	0.5 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	166 ppi vs 100 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1080 pixels vs 1366 x 768 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
GPU Fabrication Process	10 nm vs 12 nm	Newer Generation GPU
USB-A Port Type	3.2 vs 3.1	Faster USB-A
USB-C Port Type	v3.2 vs v3.1	Faster USB-C connection

Common Strengths of HP ProBook 630 G8 and HP ProBook 650 G8

Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the RAM size
RAM Type	DDR4 vs DDR4	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6 vs v6	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 1.4 vs 1x HDMI 1.4	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable

Common Weaknesses of HP ProBook 630 G8 and HP ProBook 650 G8

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support

HP ProBook 650 G8 vs HP ProBook 630 G8: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the HP ProBook 650 G8 and the HP ProBook 630 G8.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.74 kg (3.84 lbs)	1.28 kg (2.82 lbs)
Surface Area	840 cm2 (130.1 inches2)	640 cm2 (99.1 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~79.9%	~76.2%
Side Bezel Thickness	~6.8 mm	~6.3 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.11 kg/inch	0.10 kg/inch
	0.242 lbs/inch	0.22 lbs/inch
Colors	Silver	Silver

Comparison of the HP ProBook 650 G8 and the HP ProBook 630 G8 External Dimensions

Weight

ProBook 650 G8 weighs 1.74 kg (3.84 lbs), whereas the ProBook 630 G8 weighs 1.28 kg (2.82 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

HP ProBook 650 G8

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

HP ProBook 630 G8

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Thickness Comparison

HP ProBook 650 G8

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

HP ProBook 630 G8

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the HP ProBook 650 G8 is 0.11 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the HP ProBook 630 G8 is 0.10 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

HP ProBook 650 G8 vs HP ProBook 630 G8: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i3 1115G4 Intel Core i5 1135G7 Intel Core i5 1145G7 Intel Core i7 1165G7	Intel Core i3 1115G4 Intel Core i5 1135G7 Intel Core i7 1165G7
Base Frequency	1.7-3.0 GHz	1.7-3.0 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.1 GHz	4.1 GHz
Number of Cores	2	2
Number of Threads	4	4
L3 Cache	6 MB	6 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4	Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1264	1264
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	2563	2563
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1330	1330
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	3144	3144

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the HP ProBook 650 G8 and HP ProBook 630 G8.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPU ( Intel Core i3 1115G4 ) and compare them:

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce MX450 2GB	Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4
Base Clock Frequency	1395 MHz	300 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1575 MHz	1100 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	31 W	15 W
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	2.822 TFLOPS	0.84 TFLOPS
Memory Size	2 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR6	DDR4
Memory Bus	64 bit	System Shared
Memory Speed	~8-10 Gbps	3.2 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	896	384
TMUs	56	24
ROPs	32	12

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. HP ProBook 650 G8 has a FLOPS value of 2.822 TFLOPS whereas the HP ProBook 630 G8 ' has a FLOPS value of 0.84 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the HP ProBook 650 G8 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB	8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	1x8 GB	1x8 GB
RAM Clock	3200 MHz	3200 MHz
RAM Type	DDR4	DDR4
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Max RAM Size	64 GB	64 GB
Total Slots	2	2

Both laptops, the ProBook 650 G8 and the ProBook 630 G8, come with similar RAM capacities of 8 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	HP ProBook 650 G8	HP ProBook 630 G8
CPU	Intel Core i3 1115G4	Intel Core i3 1115G4
GPU	GeForce MX450 2GB	Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4
Memory	8 GB ; 2 GB VRAM	8 GB
Available for LLM total	~6 GB (0.5 GB VRAM 5.5 GB RAM)	~3.5 GB (3.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 2 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 3.5 GB RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 2 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

HP ProBook 650 G8|HP ProBook 630 G8

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	45 Wh	45 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	Yes
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Right	Right
Charge Power	45 / 65 W	65 W
Voltage	11.4 V	11.4 V
Cable Length	1 meters

Furthermore, both laptops have the same battery capacity of 45 Wh, ensuring comparable battery performance.

Battery Comparison

HP ProBook 650 G8

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

HP ProBook 630 G8

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

STORAGE
Both laptops, the ProBook 650 G8 and the ProBook 630 G8 have similar max. storage capacities of 1 TB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB	128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

HP ProBook 650 G8 vs HP ProBook 630 G8: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the HP ProBook 650 G8 and HP ProBook 630 G8 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. ProBook 650 G8 has a display size of 15.6".On the other hand, ProBook 630 G8 has a smaller 13.3" display.The total usable screen area of the ProBook 650 G8 is 670cm² / 104inch² whereas the ProBook 630 G8's total usable screen area is 487cm² / 76inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the ProBook 630 G8 features a higher pixel density with 166 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

HP ProBook 650 G8

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

HP ProBook 630 G8

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Refresh Rate
Both ProBook 650 G8 and ProBook 630 G8 offer the same refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Brightness
Both ProBook 650 G8 and ProBook 630 G8 offer the same maximum brightness of 250 nits (cd/m²).

Brightness Comparison

HP ProBook 650 G8

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

HP ProBook 630 G8

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

HP ProBook 650 G8 vs HP ProBook 630 G8 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Both laptops offer the same Wi-Fi standard (v6), ensuring fast and reliable wireless connections.

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both ProBook 650 G8 and ProBook 630 G8 have USB-A ports. ProBook 650 G8 has 2x USB 3.1 USB-A ports, while ProBook 630 G8 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both ProBook 650 G8 and ProBook 630 G8 have USB Type-C ports. ProBook 650 G8 has 1x USB 3.1 USB Type-C ports, while ProBook 630 G8 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Neither ProBook 650 G8 nor ProBook 630 G8 has Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both ProBook 650 G8 and ProBook 630 G8 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 1.4) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
ProBook 650 G8 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. ProBook 630 G8 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both ProBook 650 G8 and ProBook 630 G8 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5	v5
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.1	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	1x USB 3.1	1x USB 3.2
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 1.4	1x HDMI 1.4
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Optional	Optional
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	No
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	Yes