HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook

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HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook and HP EliteBook 840 G6 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 EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

sleek aluminum design

comfortable keyboard

bright display

strong performance

average battery life

no HDMI port

limited storage capacity

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook and HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.8 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.89 cm 32.6 cm x 23.43 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.48 kg 1.48 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Aluminum
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 157 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 950 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Slim Design, Full HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare Full HD anti-glare, privacy filter, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz / PC4-19200 2400 MHz / PC4-19200
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD PCIe - HP Z Turbo Drive 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC), HP Value
SSD Cache - 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) (PCIe (NVMe))
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR camera
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Audio Boost Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wireless-AX 22260
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V 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 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) Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
BATTERY HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.25 hours Up to 17.25 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad
Keyboard Name HP Premium HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, gesture function, built-in numeric keypad Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, precision touchpad, glass clickpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
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 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
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 HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, HP ePrint, HP Hotkey Support, HP Spare Key, Password Manager, Windows Defender, HP Velocity, HP Secure Erase, HP Security Manager, HP Client Catalog, HP Credential Manager, Absolute Persistence, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Device Access Manager, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP LAN-WLAN Protection, Native Miracast, HP JetAdvantage, HP PhoneWise, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, Power On Authentication, HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Client Security Gen5
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 840 G4 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Hood sensor, ambient light sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
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), padlock loop
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 Power-on password, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, MU-MIMO technology, Master Boot Record Security, HP Sure Run, HP Sure Recover, HP Wireless Wakeup, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Start Gen 5
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, SASO, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, ICES, KC, EAC, CIT, RCM CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, 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 - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
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