Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook and Lenovo ThinkPad T430s. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook | Lenovo ThinkPad T430s |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 33.7 cm x 23.45 cm x 1.58 cm | 34.3 cm x 23 cm x 2.6 cm |
| Weight | 1.43 kg | 1.79 kg |
| Case Material | Aluminum | Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic |
| DISPLAY | HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook | Lenovo ThinkPad T430s |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 14" | 14" |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | WLED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 1600 x 900 (HD+) |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | - |
| Features | Slim Design, Full HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| PROCESSOR | HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook | Lenovo ThinkPad T430s |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz | Intel Core i7 (3rd Gen) 3520M / 2.9 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 2.8 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| Number of Cores | Dual-Core | Dual-Core |
| Cache | 3 MB | 4 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
| Chipset | - | Mobile Intel QM77 Express |
| Platform Technology | Intel vPro Platform | Intel vPro Platform |
| Features | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache | Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 |
| MEMORY | HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook | Lenovo ThinkPad T430s |
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| RAM | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | - | 16 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR3 SDRAM |
| Speed | 2133 MHz / PC4-17000 | 1600 MHz / PC3-12800 |
| Rated Speed | 2133 MHz | 1600 MHz |
| Form Factor | - | SO-DIMM 204-pin |
| Slots Qty | - | 2 |
| Empty Slots | - | 1 |
| STORAGE | HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook | Lenovo ThinkPad T430s |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s | 128 GB SSD SATA 6Gb/s |
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| Optical Drive | - | DVD-Writer removable |
| AUDIO & VIDEO | HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook | Lenovo ThinkPad T430s |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel HD Graphics 520 | Intel HD Graphics 4000 |
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| Video Memory | - | 1 GB |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes |
| Camera Features | 720p HD movie recording, low light enhancement | Face tracking |
| Video Resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | - |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, two microphones | Stereo speakers, stereo microphone |
| Codec | - | Realtek ALC3202 |
| Compliant Standards | - | High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater v4 |
| Audio Features | Bang & Olufsen Audio | - |
| COMMUNICATIONS | HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook | Lenovo ThinkPad T430s |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 4.2 | 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 |
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| Wireless Controller | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) | Intel Centrino Advanced-N 6205 - PCI Express Mini Card |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet Controller | Intel I218-LM | Intel 82579LM |
| Bluetooth Class | Class 2 | - |
| Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED | - |
| Features | Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) | - |
| WWAN |
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| Generation | - | 3G |
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| Technology | - | GPRS, WCDMA, HSPA, HSPA+ |
| Controller | - | Ericsson H5321gw - PCI Express Half Mini Card |
| BATTERY | HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook | Lenovo ThinkPad T430s |
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| Technology | 6-cell lithium polymer | 6-cell Lithium Ion |
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| Installed Qty | - | 1 |
| Max Supported Qty | - | 2 |
| Battery Capacity (Size) | 45.6 Wh | 43.2 Wh |
| Battery Life | Up to 9.75 hours | Up to 7.6 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook | Lenovo ThinkPad T430s |
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 45 Watt, 19.5 V | 65 Watt |
| INPUT | HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook | Lenovo ThinkPad T430s |
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| Type | Keyboard, ClickPad | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | - |
| Features | Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, glass with chemical etched surface | Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook | Lenovo ThinkPad T430s |
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| Expansion Bays | - | 1 x Ultrabay Slim |
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| Slots | - | 1 x ExpressCard/34 (1 free) |
| Interfaces | 3 x USB 3.0 USB-C Dock HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack |
2 x USB 3.0 PoweredUSB 2.0 VGA Mini DisplayPort LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
| Memory Card Reader | - | 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) |
| SOFTWARE | HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook | Lenovo ThinkPad T430s |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English | Windows 8 Pro 64-bit Edition |
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| 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 | - |
| MISCELLANEOUS | HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook | Lenovo ThinkPad T430s |
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| Dockable | Yes | - |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
| Integrated Options | - | ThinkLight |
| Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint 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 | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkPad Roll Cage, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT) |
| Navigation Receiver | - | GPS |
| Compliant Standards | RoHS, WEEE | RoHS, GREENGUARD |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | Yes |
| EPEAT Compliant | - | EPEAT Gold |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 3 years Limited warranty - battery - 3 years |
Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return |
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