HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 840 G3

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook

Our Rating: 78 %

HP EliteBook 840 G3
HP EliteBook 840 G3

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook and HP EliteBook 840 G3. 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

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 G6 Notebook and HP EliteBook 840 G3
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 840 G3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.6 cm x 23.43 cm x 1.79 cm 33.8 cm x 23.7 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.48 kg 1.48 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum, magnesium alloy
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED 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 950 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features Full HD anti-glare, privacy filter, 72% NTSC colour gamut Slim Design, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 6 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 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 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 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC), HP Value 128 GB SSD
SSD Cache 32 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) (PCIe (NVMe)) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 520
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - CX7501
Compliant Standards - HP Clear Sound Amp
Audio Features Noise-cancellation technology, Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax -
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AX 22260 -
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 -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 17.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, precision touchpad, glass clickpad Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)
HDMI
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)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 840 G6 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 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 G6 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G3
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, fingerprint reader, 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), 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 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 CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP 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 - parts and labour - 3 years Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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