HP EliteBook 1040 G3 vs. HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1040 G3 and HP EliteBook 860 G9 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 860 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum chassis

sharp full-hd display

powerful intel processor

excellent keyboard comfort

advanced security features

relatively high price

moderate battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1040 G3 and HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1040 G3 vs. HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.7 cm x 23.45 cm x 1.58 cm 35.87 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 1.76 kg
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Slim Design WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1260P / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 18 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features - HP Auto Frame
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-LM -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 51.3 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.5 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, glass with chemical etched surface Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 (charging)
USB-C (charging)
Dock
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen4 (free dowload), HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Image Assistant Gen5, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Quick Touch
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP EliteBook 860 G9 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 65 Watt nPFC Smart USB-C AC Adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, HP Tamper Lock
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip 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 - BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, OS Corporate-Ready optimisation, Secured-core PC enabled
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, GS, SABS, CCC, FCC, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, AUS/NZ, BNCI
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 Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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