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

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HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook and HP ProBook 430 G8 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 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

sleek aluminum design

impressive battery life

bright anti-glare display

fast intel processors

high cost premium

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

moderate storage capacity

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 G8 Notebook and HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.35 cm x 21.47 cm x 1.78 cm 30.69 cm x 20.84 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.28 kg
Case Material Aluminum Plastic
Colour - Pike silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 840 G8 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 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 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
RAM 0 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 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 G8 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 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera - Yes - HD
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound - Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Technology - 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 45 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 840 G8 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 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 G8 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 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 430 G8 Notebook
Included Accessories - HP 45 Watt Smart nPFC AC Adapter
Integrated Options Tile module, hall sensor, HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Setup Password, Automatic DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP DriveLock, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Sure Admin, HP Sure Run Gen 4, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Recover Gen 4 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, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, BNCI Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen
Repairability Index 8.5 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
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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