HP EliteBook 1040 G3 vs. HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1040 G3 and HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook. 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.

HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 1040 G3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum chassis

sharp full-hd display

strong performance benchmarks

excellent keyboard comfort

good enterprise security

higher price bracket

no dedicated gpu

limited port variety

average battery life

HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum chassis

powerful AMD processor

excellent keyboard feel

bright full-HD display

impressive security features

mediocre battery life

no 4K display option

limited port variety

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1040 G3 and HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1040 G3 vs. HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.7 cm x 23.45 cm x 1.58 cm 35.97 cm x 23.38 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 1.69 kg
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED 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 Ambient light sensor, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 4750U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 855 G7 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 - non-ECC
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-LM -
Features - Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 56 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, glass with chemical etched surface Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support, glass clickpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 (charging)
USB-C (charging)
Dock
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (Alternate Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter
Bundled with - HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (3 years)
Integrated Options - Hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip 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)
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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