HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook vs. Dell XPS 13 9305

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook and Dell XPS 13 9305. 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 840 Aero G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

powerful intel processor

bright display

good battery life

robust security features

expensive price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

average speaker quality

Dell XPS 13 9305 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell XPS 13 9305 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

sharp, vibrant display

solid build quality

fast performance

good battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

higher price point

average webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook and Dell XPS 13 9305
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook vs. Dell XPS 13 9305 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.79 cm 30.176 cm x 19.924 cm x 1.58 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 1.16 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy Aluminum, carbon fibre
Colour - Platinum silver with black carbon fibre | Platinum silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 13.3"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 166
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare Anti-glare, Infinity Edge display, Wide Viewing Angle, 30 ms response rate, ±89° horizontal viewing angle, ±89° vertical viewing angle, 0.15 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 8 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4267 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4267 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera RGB camera, 78 degrees
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions 720p 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Dual stereo speakers, HP World Facing Microphone / dual-array digital microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3271-CG
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio MaxxAudio Pro
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 53 Wh 52 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.75 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Precision touchpad, multi-gesture clickpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro + Windows 11 License (may come preloaded with Windows 11) - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI, HP Wireless Button Driver, HP Client Catalog, HP Driver Packs, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP System Software Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP WorkWell, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HP Noise Cancellation Software, Tile, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen4, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support McAfee LiveSafe (12 months subscription), Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook Dell XPS 13 9305
Included Accessories HP 65W Smart AC Adapter USB-C power adapter
Bundled with HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (3 years) -
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, hall sensor, tamper sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Automatic DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Pro Security Edition, Secured-core PC capable, HP Sure Run Gen 4, HP Client Security Manager Gen 7, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Recover Gen 4 -
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, BNCI -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
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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