HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook

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HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook
HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook and HP ProBook 640 G5 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 ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

good security features

comfortable keyboard

decent battery life

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook and HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.7 cm x 23.45 cm x 1.58 cm 34 cm x 24 cm x 2.19 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour - Natural silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 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 Full HD eDP
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform Intel vPro Platform
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz / PC4-17000 2400 MHz / PC4-19200
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording, low light enhancement Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wireless-AX 22260 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-LM Intel I219-LM
Bluetooth Class Class 2 Class 2
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v
Features Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45.6 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.75 hours Up to 15.5 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Advanced
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, glass with chemical etched surface Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
USB-C
Dock
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
LAN
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English / German
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 Secure Erase, HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen3 (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Client Security Suite Gen5, HP Cloud Recovery
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G5 Notebook
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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 Power-on password, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), HP DuraKeys, fingerprint-resistant coating, Setup Password, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network
Compliant Standards RoHS, WEEE CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, RED
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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
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