HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook
HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook
HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook and HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook. 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.

HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

lightweight and portable

solid build quality

efficient AMD processor

bright full HD display

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook and HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.7 cm x 23.45 cm x 1.58 cm 31.04 cm x 22.93 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 1.33 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Slim Design, Full HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache AMD GuardMI Technology
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
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 2666 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 HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 AMD Radeon Vega 8
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording, low light enhancement HP Privacy HD
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-LM Realtek RTL8111EPH
Bluetooth Class Class 2 Class 2
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45.6 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.75 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, glass with chemical etched surface Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
USB-C
Dock
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
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 HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, Native Miracast, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Fingerprint Sensor, HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Client Security Manager Gen5, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Sure Sense, HP SureRun Gen2, HP Sure Recover Gen2, HP SureStart
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP EliteBook 735 G6 Notebook
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Bundled with - HP EliteDisplay E243, HP Prelude Pro Recycle Backpack, HP USB Keyboard, HP USB mouse
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), padlock loop
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 Power-on password, Setup Password, BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, MU-MIMO technology, Master Boot Record Security, Secure Erase, BIOS Update via Network, ultra-slim
Compliant Standards RoHS, WEEE CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, low halogen, ICCP, AUS/NZ
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - software - 90 days
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