HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook and HP EliteBook 840 G9 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 850 G7 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

sleek aluminum design

powerful intel processors

bright full-hd display

comfortable keyboard

premium price tag

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port variety

HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

premium build quality

powerful intel processors

bright display options

excellent keyboard feel

higher price point

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook and HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.97 cm x 23.38 cm x 1.92 cm 31.56 cm x 22.405 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.36 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology - WLED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen - Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Features - WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10310U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache L3 - 6 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
RAM 0 GB 0 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 2 2
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Sound Dual stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3315
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio, discrete amplifiers
BATTERY HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Technology - 3-cell lithium polymer
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard HP Premium
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant, DuraKeys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Operating System (OS) No operating system No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
Integrated Options Hall sensor Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, 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 nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor
Features Power-on password, Setup Password, Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested, Secured-core PC capable BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, Secured-core PC capable
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP
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
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - software - 90 days
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