HP EliteBook 1040 G3 vs. HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1040 G3 and HP ProBook 445 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 ProBook 445 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient amd processor

robust security features

lightweight design

affordable price point

fast charging support

average display quality

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

mediocre speaker output

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1040 G3 and HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1040 G3 vs. HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.7 cm x 23.45 cm x 1.58 cm 32.19 cm x 21.39 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 1.38 kg
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED 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 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Slim Design Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, narrow bezel bent
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 5625U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 6-core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP ProBook 445 G9 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 ProBook 445 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR camera, privacy camera
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Realtek RTL8852BE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-LM Realtek RTL8111HSH
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11w, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11u, IEEE 802.11v, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6
Features - Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 51.3 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 8 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, glass with chemical etched surface Multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support, gesture function, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 (charging)
USB-C (charging)
Dock
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Manageability & Integration Kit (free download), HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Privacy Settings, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP SureStart Gen7, HP Smart Support, HP Connect for Microsoft Endpoint Manager, HP Patch Assistant (free download), HP Sure Sense Gen2
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 HP ProBook 445 G9 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 45 Watt Smart AC Adapter
Integrated Options - 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 - USB port control, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Admin, Secured-core PC capable, HP BIOSphere Gen 6
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, EAC, CIT, CP65, low halogen, IEEE 1680, ICCP, RED
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
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