HP EliteBook 840 G1 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 840 G1 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

effective security features

comfortable keyboard layout

solid processor performance

portable design

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no touchscreen option

outdated aesthetics

HP ProBook 650 G2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ProBook 650 G2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

effective security features

comfortable keyboard layout

decent processor performance

good connectivity options

average display quality

heavier than competitors

modest battery life

limited graphics capability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 840 G1 and HP ProBook 650 G2
72 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
72 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 840 G1 vs. HP ProBook 650 G2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook 650 G2
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.89 cm x 23.7 cm x 2.1 cm 37.8 cm x 25.7 cm x 2.74 cm
Weight 1.67 kg 2.31 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook 650 G2
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Features - Slim Design
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook 650 G2
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6300U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Enhanced SpeedStep technology, Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook 650 G2
RAM 4 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz / PC4-17000
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
STORAGE HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook 650 G2
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 120 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook 650 G2
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel HD Graphics 520
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, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound High Definition Audio, DTS SOUND+
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook 650 G2
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I218-LM -
BATTERY HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook 650 G2
Technology - Lithium Ion
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook 650 G2
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook 650 G2
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features - Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook 650 G2
Interfaces 4 x USB 3.0
DisplayPort
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
USB-C
USB 3.0
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
DisplayPort
VGA
Serial
USB 3.0 (charging)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook 650 G2
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 840 G1 HP ProBook 650 G2
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
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 3D DriveGuard, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), soft-touch surface, HP BIOS Protection, SecureBoot, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Hybrid Boot, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, Pre-Boot Security, 1 USB 3.0 charging port
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, WEEE, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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