HP EliteBook 850 G2 vs. HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G2 and HP EliteBook 1040 G9 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 EliteBook 850 G2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 850 G2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

efficient performance

good keyboard feel

ample connectivity options

decent battery life

heavy design

average display

modest graphics

higher price point

HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superb build quality

excellent display resolution

powerful processor performance

impressive battery life

advanced security features

higher price point

limited port variety

no dedicated GPU

modest storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 850 G2 and HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G2 vs. HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.55 cm x 25.36 cm x 2.14 cm 31.52 cm x 22.431 cm x 1.931 cm
Weight 1.83 kg 1.16 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour - Natural silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G2 HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Low Blue Light Mode, Low Power, HP Eye Ease, WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 850 G2 HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i7 (5th Gen) 5600U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.2 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY HP EliteBook 850 G2 HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook
RAM 4 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE HP EliteBook 850 G2 HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G2 HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 5500 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, HP Auto Frame
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3228 Realtek ALC3315
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound, DTS SOUND+ High Definition Audio
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio, discrete amplifiers
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6E
Features - Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G2 HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 51 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13.75 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 850 G2 HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G2 HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant Volume control, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant, DuraKeys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G2 HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook
Interfaces DisplayPort
4 x USB 3.0
LAN
Dock
Battery
Headphone/microphone combo jack
VGA
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
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 850 G2 HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Image Assistant, HP MAC Address Manager, HP Manageability & Integration Kit (free download), HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Privacy Settings, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Sure Sense, HP Sure Admin, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP SureStart Gen7, Tile, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Sure Recover Gen5, HP Sure Run Gen5
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G2 HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 65W Smart USB-C AC Adapter
Integrated Options - Tile module, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, hall sensor, Time of Flight (ToF), gyroscope, HP Tamper Lock, ambient colour sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, GS, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, IEEE 1680, ICCP, AUS/NZ
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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 Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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