HP EliteBook 840 G1 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 840 G1 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

effective security features

comfortable keyboard layout

solid processor performance

portable design

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no touchscreen option

outdated aesthetics

HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

good battery life

affordable price point

enhanced security features

average display quality

limited upgrade options

heavier design

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 840 G1 and HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
72 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 840 G1 vs. HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.89 cm x 23.7 cm x 2.1 cm 33.6 cm x 23 cm x 2.19 cm
Weight 1.67 kg 1.66 kg
Colour - Jack black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Ultra Slim Design, HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare, Micro Edge, narrow bezel bent
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Intel Celeron N5100 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Burst Technology
MEMORY HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
RAM 4 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed - 2933 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 128 GB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-LM Realtek RTL8111HSH-CG
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Technology - 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 90-265 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, pick resistant, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Interfaces 4 x USB 3.0
DisplayPort
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 11 SE - English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Driver Packs, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP MAC Address Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Classroom Manager, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP Image Assistant Gen5, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Connect for Microsoft Endpoint Manager, HP Patch Assistant (free download), HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen4 (free download)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook Fortis 14 G9 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter
Security 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)
Features - BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Start Gen 7
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, BNCI
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
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