HP EliteBook 720 G1 vs. HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 720 G1
HP EliteBook 720 G1

Our Rating: 72 %

HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 720 G1 and HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook. 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 720 G1 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 720 G1 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

efficient performance

portable design

adequate connectivity options

competitive price point

average display quality

limited storage capacity

basic graphics

no touchscreen option

HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

sleek aluminum design

impressive battery life

bright anti-glare display

fast intel processors

high cost premium

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

moderate storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 720 G1 and HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 720 G1 vs. HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 720 G1 HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31 cm x 21.53 cm x 2.1 cm 32.35 cm x 21.47 cm x 1.78 cm
Weight 1.33 kg 1.35 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminum
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 720 G1 HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 12.5" - TN 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Features HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare -
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 720 G1 HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 720 G1 HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
RAM 4 GB 0 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1600 MHz / PC3L-12800 -
Rated Speed 1600 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 2
STORAGE HP EliteBook 720 G1 HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 3Gb/s -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 720 G1 HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 -
Sound Stereo speakers, stereo microphone -
Codec IDT 92HD91 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 720 G1 HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 -
Wireless Controller PCI Express Half Mini Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 720 G1 HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 46 Wh -
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 720 G1 HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt -
INPUT HP EliteBook 720 G1 HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Volume control, spill-resistant -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 720 G1 HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.0
DisplayPort
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
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
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 720 G1 HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 720 G1 HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter -
Integrated Options - Tile module, hall sensor, HP Tamper Lock
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP Disk Sanitizer, HP 3D DriveGuard, HP DuraFinish, HP DuraKeys, HP SpareKey, soft-touch surface, HP DisplaySafe, HP BIOS Protection, HP SureStart, SecureBoot, HP DriveLock, Hybrid Boot, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, HP Roaming Alert, 1 USB 3.0 charging port Setup Password, Automatic DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP DriveLock, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Sure Admin, HP Sure Run Gen 4, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Recover Gen 4
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, ISO 9001, GOST, SABS, ISO 14001, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, ISO 27001, CIT CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, BNCI
Repairability Index - 8.5 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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