HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook
HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook and HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

sleek aluminum design

powerful intel processors

bright full-hd display

comfortable keyboard

premium price tag

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port variety

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook and HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.89 cm x 23.7 cm x 2.1 cm 35.97 cm x 23.38 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 1.58 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminum
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) -
Widescreen Yes -
Features HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) anti-glare -
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4200U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10310U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 0 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 2
STORAGE HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD SATA 6Gb/s -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes -
Sound Stereo speakers, stereo microphone Dual stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone
Codec IDT 92HD91 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound, DTS SOUND+ -
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 -
Wireless Controller Broadcom BCM943228HMB - PCI Express Half Mini Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-LM -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer -
Max Supported Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 24 Wh -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 19.5 V -
INPUT HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant Multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
Interfaces 4 x USB 3.0
DisplayPort
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
Battery
2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit Edition No operating system
Software Included Cyberlink PowerDVD, Adobe Flash Player, HP Recovery Disc Creator, Skype, Microsoft Security Essentials, Bing Toolbar, HP Connection Manager, HP ePrint, HP Hotkey Support, Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools, Password Manager, HP Client Security, Device Access Manager with Just In Time Authentication, Drive Encryption, HP Trust Circles Standard -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter -
Integrated Options - Hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card 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)
Features Power-on password, HP Disk Sanitizer, HP 3D DriveGuard, HP DuraFinish, HP DuraKeys, HP SpareKey, HP File Sanitizer, HP DisplaySafe, HP BIOS Protection, HP SureStart, 1 USB 3.0 (powered), SecureBoot, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Hybrid Boot, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Pre-Boot Security, HP Roaming Alert, Intel My WiFi Technology Power-on password, Setup Password, Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested, Secured-core PC capable
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, EAL 4+, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, 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
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - software - 90 days
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