HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook vs. Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook and Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum design

sharp full-hd display

powerful intel processor

excellent keyboard feel

impressive security features

higher price range

limited port variety

no dedicated gpu

average battery life

Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

sharp display resolution

efficient thermal management

fast charging support

robust build quality

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated GPU

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook and Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook vs. Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.56 cm x 22.4 cm x 1.18 cm 35.6 cm x 24.26 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.19 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour - Steel grey
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" OLED
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 3200 x 2000 (WQXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 1000 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Privacy Technology HP SureView Reflect -
Features Low Blue Light technology, 8-bit Colour Depth, HP Eye Ease, integrated privacy screen, WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP +PSR Glare, CineCrystal, Acer BluelightShield technology, 1 ms response rate, HDR 500 True Black, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 5600 MHz -
Rated Speed 5600 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 512 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes - QHD
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, HP Auto Frame Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1440p
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3315 -
Audio Features Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio, discrete amplifiers; Input: AI noise reduction -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card 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) Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO, CNVi, 160 MHz Wi-Fi bandwidth Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
Battery Weight 229 g -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant, DuraKeys Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, OceanGlass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
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 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home
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 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, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP SureStart Gen7, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Connect for Microsoft Endpoint Manager, HP Patch Assistant (free download), HP Sure Recover Gen5, HP Sure Run Gen5, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen4 (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows, HP Services Scan -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Acer Swift Go 16 (SFG16)
Included Accessories HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter USB-C power adapter
Bundled with HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (1 year) -
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, Time of Flight (ToF), HP Tamper Lock, ambient colour sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, Secured-core PC enabled Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology, Acer TwinAir cooling technology
Compliant Standards CSA, VCCI, BSMI, GS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, KCC, WEEE, CISPR, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, SRRC, NCC, low halogen, UL 62368-1, TEC, KES, Low Blue Light certified (LBL), Ukraine NSoC, EAEU Compliance, Saudi Arabian Compliance TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification
SAR Value - 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
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 Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 71
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