HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 640 G2

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

HP ProBook 640 G2
HP ProBook 640 G2

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook and HP ProBook 640 G2. 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 640 G2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 640 G2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

efficient performance

good security features

solid keyboard design

reasonable price point

average display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

mediocre battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook and HP ProBook 640 G2
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 640 G2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.35 cm x 21.47 cm x 1.78 cm 34 cm x 23.7 cm x 2.7 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45%
Features - HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
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 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
RAM 0 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz / PC4-17000
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 2 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 240 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 520
Sound - Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, DTS SOUND+
BATTERY HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Technology - Lithium Ion
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Type - Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick
Features - Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
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
USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (charging)
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
DisplayPort
VGA
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook HP ProBook 640 G2
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Integrated Options Tile module, hall sensor, HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) 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 -
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, BNCI ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
Repairability Index 8.5 (out of 10) -
ENERGY STAR Certified 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 - 2 years - pick-up and return
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