HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA). 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 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

ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

sharp display resolution

fast charging support

average build quality

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

mediocre speaker output

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
70 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.56 cm x 22.4 cm x 1.18 cm 35.87 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.19 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour - Transparent silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 1000 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
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 Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5600 MHz -
Rated Speed 5600 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
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 - HD
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, HP Auto Frame Privacy shutter
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3315 -
Audio Features Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio, discrete amplifiers; Input: AI noise reduction Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac, Asus Audio Booster
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
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 ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
Battery Weight 229 g -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant, DuraKeys Chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
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
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
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 Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605ZA)
Included Accessories HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter 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 Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor -
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, Secured-core PC enabled ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, ASUS Antimicrobial Guard Plus
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 -
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 -
Model Number - MB116W
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