HP EliteBook 840 G4 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)

Our Rating: 78 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP EliteBook 840 G4 and Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7). 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 840 G4 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 840 G4 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

solid build quality

comfortable keyboard

good battery life

decent performance

average display quality

no touchscreen option

limited graphics power

heavier design

Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

reliable performance

good battery life

solid security features

heavier than competitors

average display quality

no USB-C charging

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 840 G4 and Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 840 G4 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G4 Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.8 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.89 cm 33.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 2.4 cm
Weight 1.48 kg 1.89 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy Polycarbonate ABS, magnesium alloy
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 840 G4 Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Slim Design, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 840 G4 Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300HQ / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel QM175
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 840 G4 Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
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 Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 840 G4 Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 630
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Audio Boost -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 840 G4 Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced
Controller - Sierra Wireless EM7455 - M.2 Card
BATTERY HP EliteBook 840 G4 Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Technology Lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 48 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.85 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 840 G4 Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 90 Watt, 20 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 840 G4 Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Touchpad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G4 Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Slots 1 x SIM card (1 free) 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB-C
DisplayPort
VGA
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 840 G4 Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 840 G4 Lenovo ThinkPad T470p (20J7)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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)
Features HP 3D DriveGuard, Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, HP Sure Start Gen 3, Master Boot Record Security Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 RoHS
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 - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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