HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 840 G3

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G3
HP EliteBook 840 G3

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook and HP EliteBook 840 G3. 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 G3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 840 G3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

efficient performance

portable design

strong security features

adequate connectivity options

average battery life

modest display quality

limited graphics power

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook and HP EliteBook 840 G3
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 840 G3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.8 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.89 cm 33.8 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.48 kg 1.48 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Aluminum, magnesium alloy
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 157 157
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Features Slim Design, Full HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare Slim Design, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz / PC4-19200 -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD PCIe - HP Z Turbo Drive 128 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 520
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - CX7501
Compliant Standards - HP Clear Sound Amp
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Audio Boost Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 -
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.3az -
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 15.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V -
INPUT HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, gesture function, built-in numeric keypad Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Slots 1 x SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C
DisplayPort
VGA
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C
USB 3.0
DisplayPort
VGA
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (charging)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
Software Included Skype, LANDesk Management Suite, HP SoftPaq Download Manager, HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, Bing Toolbar, HP ePrint, HP Hotkey Support, HP Systems Software Manager, Password Manager, HP Client Security, HP Velocity, HP Secure Erase, HP BIOSphere, HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Device Access Manager, HP 3D DriveGuard, HP Mobile Connect Pro, HP Image Assistant, HP JetAdvantage Connect, HP Workwise -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) 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)
Features HP 3D DriveGuard, HP DuraKeys, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Master Record Security, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, HP Sure Start Gen 3 HP 3D DriveGuard, HP SpareKey, HP BIOS Protection, HP SureStart, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Hybrid Boot, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, Pre-Boot Security, Pre-boot Authentication
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, SASO, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, ICES, KC, EAC, CIT, RCM ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
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 - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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