HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook

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HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook

Detailed comparison and review of HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook and HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook. 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 ProBook 430 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact and lightweight

strong build quality

good battery life

efficient performance

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook and HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.6 cm x 23.4 cm x 1.79 cm 30.69 cm x 20.84 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.48 kg 1.28 kg
Case Material Aluminum Plastic
Colour - Pike silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13.3"
LCD Backlight Technology - WLED backlight
Screen Resolution - 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, narrow-bezel design
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
RAM 0 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 2 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera - Yes - HD
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Technology - 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 45 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Type - Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, gesture function
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (powered)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic - English
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 840 G5 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories - HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), padlock loop Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power-on password, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, HP Sure Start Gen 4, HP Sure Run, HP Sure Recover, HP Wireless Wakeup, BIOS Update via Network DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 6
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, ICCP Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen
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 - parts and labour - 1 year
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