HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook
HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook 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 850 G7 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

sleek aluminum design

powerful intel processors

bright full-hd display

comfortable keyboard

premium price tag

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited port variety

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 850 G7 Notebook and HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.97 cm x 23.38 cm x 1.92 cm 32.35 cm x 21.47 cm x 1.78 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.35 kg
Case Material Aluminum Aluminum
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
Widescreen - Yes
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10310U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 6 MB L3 - 8 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
RAM 0 GB 0 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 2 2
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Sound Dual stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
INPUT HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad -
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Operating System (OS) No operating system No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 850 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 G8 Notebook
Integrated Options Hall sensor Tile module, hall sensor, HP Tamper Lock
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power-on password, Setup Password, Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested, Secured-core PC capable 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, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP 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 - parts and labour - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - software - 90 days
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