HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook
HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook
HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook and HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook. 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 ProBook 450 G6 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

comfortable keyboard

decent battery life

solid performance

affordable price

average display quality

modest graphics power

heavier design

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook and HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook vs. HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.7 cm x 23.45 cm x 1.58 cm 36.49 cm x 25.69 cm x 1.9 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 2 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 67% sRGB
Features Slim Design, Full HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) anti-glare Slim Design, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz / PC4-17000 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s - triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording, low light enhancement -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-LM Realtek RTL8111HSH-CG
Bluetooth Class Class 2 Class 2
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v
Features Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45.6 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.75 hours Up to 12.5 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, glass with chemical etched surface Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
USB-C
Dock
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 2.0 (powered)
2 x USB 3.1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Cyberlink PowerDVD, HP SoftPaq Download Manager, HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, HP ePrint, CyberLink YouCam BE, Foxit PhantomPDF Express, HP PageLift, HP File Sanitizer, HP BIOSphere, HP Wireless Hotspot, HP Touchpoint Manager, Skype for Business Plus CAL HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalog, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP 3D DriveGuard, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP System Software Manager, HP LAN-WLAN Protection, HP Wireless Wakeup, HP Connection Optimizer, HP BIOSphere Gen4, HP Client Security Suite Gen4, HP Host Based MAC Address Manager, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen2
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1040 G3 Notebook HP ProBook 450 G6 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP DuraFinish, HP DuraKeys, HP DisplaySafe, HP BIOS Protection, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP SureStart, HP Drive Encryption, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Master Record Security, Power On Authentication, Pre-Boot Security, 1 USB 3.1 charging port, 1 USB-C charging port HP 3D DriveGuard, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, BIOS Update via Network
Compliant Standards RoHS, WEEE CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP
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 - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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