HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook vs. HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook

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HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook
HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook

Detailed comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook and HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook. 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.

HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

good battery life

affordable price point

enhanced security features

average display quality

limited upgrade options

heavier design

noisy under load

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Difference between HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook and HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook vs. HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.7 cm x 23.45 cm x 1.58 cm 33.6 cm x 23 cm x 2.19 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 1.66 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour - Jack black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
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 Ultra Slim Design, HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare, Micro Edge, narrow bezel bent
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz Intel Celeron N5100 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Burst Technology
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2133 MHz / PC4-17000 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 3200 MHz
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 128 GB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel UHD Graphics
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
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 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 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-LM Realtek RTL8111HSH-CG
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 45.6 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.75 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 90-265 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, glass with chemical etched surface Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, pick resistant, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
USB-C
Dock
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 SE - 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, HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Driver Packs, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP MAC Address Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Classroom Manager, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP Image Assistant Gen5, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Connect for Microsoft Endpoint Manager, HP Patch Assistant (free download), HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen4 (free download)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Dockable 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 2.0) Security Chip
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)
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 BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Start Gen 7
Compliant Standards RoHS, WEEE CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, BNCI
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 - 1 year
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