HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superb build quality

excellent display resolution

powerful processor performance

impressive battery life

advanced security features

higher price point

limited port variety

no dedicated GPU

modest storage capacity

Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged build quality

efficient thermal management

adequate connectivity options

reasonable base price

compact and portable

average display brightness

modest battery life

limited upgradeability

basic graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook and Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook vs. Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.52 cm x 22.431 cm x 1.931 cm 33.88 cm x 24.25 cm x 2.095 cm
Weight 1.16 kg 1.637 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Natural silver Polaris blue
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 450 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Low Blue Light Mode, Low Power, HP Eye Ease, WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP Glare, CineCrystal, 35 ms response rate
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) -
MEMORY HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes - HD
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, HP Auto Frame Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3315 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, discrete amplifiers -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 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) MediaTek MT7922A - M.2 2230
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 6E -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.75 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA)
Input AC 115/230 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 G9 Notebook Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant, DuraKeys Precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Pro
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 Image Assistant, HP MAC Address Manager, HP Manageability & Integration Kit (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, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP SureStart Gen7, Tile, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Sure Recover Gen5, HP Sure Run Gen5 -
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 1040 G9 Notebook Acer Enduro Urban N3 Lite (EUN314LA)
Included Accessories HP 65W Smart USB-C AC Adapter Power adapter, HDD upgrade kit
Integrated Options Tile module, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, hall sensor, Time of Flight (ToF), gyroscope, HP Tamper Lock, ambient colour sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology, water-proof
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, GS, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, IEEE 1680, ICCP, AUS/NZ IP51, MIL-STD 810H
SAR Value - 2 W/kg (limb), 2 W/kg (body), 2 W/kg (head)
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 - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 51W
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