HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook and Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV). 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

Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

sharp full-HD display

robust processing power

lightweight and portable

reasonable price point

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

moderate storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook and Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.56 cm x 22.4 cm x 1.18 cm 35.89 cm x 24.49 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 1.19 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, glass
Colour - Liquid blue
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 1000 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
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 Glossy
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5600 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 5600 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 5 Megapixel 1 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, HP Auto Frame -
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3315 -
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio, discrete amplifiers; Input: AI noise reduction Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) M.2 Card
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 -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51.3 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours Up to 10 hours
Battery Weight 229 g -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant, DuraKeys Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
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 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - 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 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 Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1040 G10 Notebook Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-15IKB (81EV)
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 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
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 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
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 - pick-up and return
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