HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook and HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum chassis

powerful AMD processor

excellent keyboard feel

bright full-HD display

impressive security features

mediocre battery life

no 4K display option

limited port variety

higher price point

HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook Review

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

lightweight design

powerful intel processor

bright display

good battery life

robust security features

expensive price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook and HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook
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85 % - Display
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook vs. HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.97 cm x 23.38 cm x 1.92 cm 32.3 cm x 21.5 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.69 kg 1.13 kg
Case Material - Magnesium alloy
DISPLAY HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Ambient light sensor, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 4750U / 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera Privacy shutter, IR camera
Video Resolutions 720p 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, 3 multi-array microphone Dual stereo speakers, HP World Facing Microphone / dual-array digital microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 53 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.75 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard HP Premium Collaboration Keyboard
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support, glass clickpad Precision touchpad, multi-gesture clickpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (Alternate Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro + Windows 11 License (may come preloaded with Windows 11) - English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI, HP Wireless Button Driver, HP Client Catalog, HP Driver Packs, HP BIOS Config Utility, HP Image Assistant, HP System Software Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP QuickDrop, HP WorkWell, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HP Noise Cancellation Software, Tile, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen4, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook 855 G7 Notebook HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Notebook
Included Accessories HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter HP 65W Smart AC Adapter
Bundled with HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (3 years) HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (3 years)
Integrated Options Hall sensor Ambient light sensor, hall sensor, tamper sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0), fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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 - Automatic DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Pro Security Edition, Secured-core PC capable, HP Sure Run Gen 4, HP Client Security Manager Gen 7, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Recover Gen 4
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, BNCI
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
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