HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook vs. Dell Vostro 5481

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook
HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook
Dell Vostro 5481
Dell Vostro 5481

Our Rating: 75 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook and Dell Vostro 5481. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Dell Vostro 5481 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Vostro 5481 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent keyboard comfort

adequate performance levels

average battery life

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

modest display brightness

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook and Dell Vostro 5481
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook vs. Dell Vostro 5481 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook Dell Vostro 5481
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.7 cm x 23.45 cm x 1.58 cm 32.49 cm x 23.2 cm x 1.82 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 1.55 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour - Silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook Dell Vostro 5481
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 157
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Features Slim Design, Full HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) anti-glare Anti-glare, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook Dell Vostro 5481
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook Dell Vostro 5481
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz / PC4-17000 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook Dell Vostro 5481
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook Dell Vostro 5481
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1280 x 720
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording, low light enhancement 720p HD movie recording
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3204
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio MaxxAudio Pro
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook Dell Vostro 5481
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-LM Realtek RTL8111
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook Dell Vostro 5481
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45.6 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.75 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook Dell Vostro 5481
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 2.31 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook Dell Vostro 5481
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, glass with chemical etched surface Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook Dell Vostro 5481
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
USB-C
Dock
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook Dell Vostro 5481
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI)
Software Included Cyberlink PowerDVD, HP SoftPaq Download Manager, HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, HP ePrint, CyberLink YouCam BE, Foxit PhantomPDF Express, HP PageLift, HP File Sanitizer, HP BIOSphere, HP Wireless Hotspot, HP Touchpoint Manager, Skype for Business Plus CAL Microsoft Office (Trial), McAfee (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook Dell Vostro 5481
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP DuraFinish, HP DuraKeys, HP DisplaySafe, HP BIOS Protection, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP SureStart, HP Drive Encryption, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Master Record Security, Power On Authentication, Pre-Boot Security, 1 USB 3.1 charging port, 1 USB-C charging port -
Compliant Standards RoHS, WEEE -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 80% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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