HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook vs. Dell Inspiron 5301

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

Dell Inspiron 5301
Dell Inspiron 5301

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook and Dell Inspiron 5301. 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 840 G9 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

premium build quality

powerful intel processors

bright display options

excellent keyboard feel

higher price point

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

limited color options

Dell Inspiron 5301 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Inspiron 5301 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast boot-up speed

sharp display resolution

efficient thermal management

affordable price

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

modest audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook and Dell Inspiron 5301
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook vs. Dell Inspiron 5301 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Dell Inspiron 5301
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.56 cm x 22.405 cm x 1.92 cm 30.596 cm x 20.34 cm x 1.585 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.23 kg
Colour - Platinum silver
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Dell Inspiron 5301
Screen Size (Type) 14" 13.3"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 166
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 95% sRGB
Features WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, Narrow Border Display, 35 ms response rate, 0.153 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Dell Inspiron 5301
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Dell Inspiron 5301
RAM 0 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4267 MHz
Rated Speed - 4267 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 2 -
STORAGE HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Dell Inspiron 5301
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Dell Inspiron 5301
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera - Yes - HD
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features - 74.9 degrees, RGB camera
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3315 Realtek ALC3204
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, discrete amplifiers -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Dell Inspiron 5301
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9560
BATTERY HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Dell Inspiron 5301
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 40 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Dell Inspiron 5301
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 2.31 A
INPUT HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Dell Inspiron 5301
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Features Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant, DuraKeys -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Dell Inspiron 5301
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
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Dell Inspiron 5301
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 840 G9 Notebook Dell Inspiron 5301
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor, HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
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 Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, Secured-core PC capable -
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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)
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