HP EliteBook 725 G3 vs. HP EliteBook 840 G5

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 725 G3 and HP EliteBook 840 G5. 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 725 G3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 725 G3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

portable design

efficient performance

adequate connectivity options

reasonable price point

mediocre display resolution

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

HP EliteBook 840 G5 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 840 G5 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum chassis

sharp full-HD display

excellent keyboard comfort

solid security features

good battery life

relatively heavy

no HDMI port

limited storage capacity

pricey base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 725 G3 and HP EliteBook 840 G5
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
70 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 725 G3 vs. HP EliteBook 840 G5 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 725 G3 HP EliteBook 840 G5
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31 cm x 21.89 cm x 1.89 cm 32.61 cm x 23.42 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.26 kg 1.48 kg
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 725 G3 HP EliteBook 840 G5
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - TN 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Features Vivid Color, Slim Design, HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare -
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 725 G3 HP EliteBook 840 G5
CPU AMD A8 PRO-8600B / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 2 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 725 G3 HP EliteBook 840 G5
RAM 8 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 725 G3 HP EliteBook 840 G5
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 725 G3 HP EliteBook 840 G5
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R6 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone
Codec ALC3228 -
Compliant Standards DTS Studio Sound -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 725 G3 HP EliteBook 840 G5
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY HP EliteBook 725 G3 HP EliteBook 840 G5
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 725 G3 HP EliteBook 840 G5
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
INPUT HP EliteBook 725 G3 HP EliteBook 840 G5
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 725 G3 HP EliteBook 840 G5
Slots 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
USB-C
DisplayPort
VGA
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 725 G3 HP EliteBook 840 G5
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 725 G3 HP EliteBook 840 G5
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - advance hardware replacement - 1 year
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