HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook

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HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook
HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook and HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

premium build quality

powerful intel processors

bright display options

excellent keyboard feel

higher price point

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook and HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 25.4 cm x 1.89 cm 31.56 cm x 22.405 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 2.06 kg 1.36 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Pike silver -
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare +PSR WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8400H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 0 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 2
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3315
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp Bang & Olufsen Audio, discrete amplifiers
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 5.0 -
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Installed Qty 1 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 16 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 150 Watt, 19.5 V -
INPUT HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, ClickPad with gesture support, glass with chemical etched surface, two-finger zoom (pinch), two-way scroll Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant, DuraKeys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt)
USB 3.0 (charging)
USB 3.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English No operating system
Software Included HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, HP ePrint, HP Hotkey Support, HP Velocity, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP JetAdvantage, HP Wireless Wakeup, HP Workwise (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen4, HP Client Security Suite Gen4, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen2 (free download), HP SureStart Gen4, HP Sure Run, HP Sure Recover -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1050 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Included Accessories Power adapter -
Integrated Options Hood sensor, ambient light sensor Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, HP Tamper Lock
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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), chassis intrusion sensor
Features Power-on password, HP DuraKeys, Setup Password, Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, Secured-core PC capable
Compliant Standards Low halogen CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years -
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