HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook vs. Dell XPS 15 7590

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HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook and Dell XPS 15 7590. 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

Dell XPS 15 7590 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell XPS 15 7590 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning 4k display

powerful core performance

sleek aluminum design

good battery life

thunderbolt 3 support

heavier than competitors

no full-size usb

expensive base model

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook and Dell XPS 15 7590
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook vs. Dell XPS 15 7590 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook Dell XPS 15 7590
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.6 cm x 23.43 cm x 1.79 cm 35.7 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.7 cm
Weight 1.48 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour - Silver | Platinum silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook Dell XPS 15 7590
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 950 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Full HD anti-glare, privacy filter, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, Infinity Edge display, 35 ms response rate, ±89° horizontal viewing angle, ±89° vertical viewing angle, 0.18 mm pixel pitch, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook Dell XPS 15 7590
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM246
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 G6 Notebook Dell XPS 15 7590
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (2 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz / PC4-19200 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook Dell XPS 15 7590
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC), HP Value 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
SSD Cache 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) (PCIe (NVMe)) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook Dell XPS 15 7590
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 340 x 340 (infrared)
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera IR camera, Windows Hello, 78 degrees
Video Resolutions 720p 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3266-CG
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio MaxxAudio Pro
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook Dell XPS 15 7590
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AX 22260 Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650x - M.2 Card
Network Interface 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 -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook Dell XPS 15 7590
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 17.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook Dell XPS 15 7590
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 130 Watt, 19.5 V, 6.67 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook Dell XPS 15 7590
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, precision touchpad, glass clickpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook Dell XPS 15 7590
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook Dell XPS 15 7590
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI)
Software Included 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 Microsoft Office (Trial), McAfee (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook Dell XPS 15 7590
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Hood sensor, ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Noble Wedge 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, 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 CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP BFR-free, PVC-free
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 - parts and labour - 3 years -
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