HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook

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HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook and HP ProBook 650 G8 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 ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

solid build quality

powerful intel processors

comfortable keyboard layout

good connectivity options

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no 4k display option

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook and HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.89 cm x 23.7 cm x 2.1 cm 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.58 kg 1.74 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy -
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) anti-glare Anti-glare, narrow-bezel design
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4200U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (2 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 1600 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD SATA 6Gb/s 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes Yes - HD
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, stereo microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec IDT 92HD91 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound, DTS SOUND+ -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Broadcom BCM943228HMB - PCI Express Half Mini Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 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 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Max Supported Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) 24 Wh 45 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Interfaces 4 x USB 3.0
DisplayPort
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
Battery
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
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 HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Client Catalog, HP Driver Packs, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP System Software Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen3, HP Privacy Settings, HP WorkWell, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, HP Noise Cancellation Software
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 840 G1 Notebook HP ProBook 650 G8 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 65W Smart AC Adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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 DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP BIOSphere Gen 5, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Client Security Manager Gen 6, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Sure Run Gen 3, HP Sure Recover Gen 3, HP Sure Admin, HP Pro Security Edition
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, EAL 4+, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen
Repairability Index - 7.8 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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