HP EliteBook 865 G10vsHP EliteBook 840 G9

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HP EliteBook 865 G10
EliteBook 865 G10

Quick Stats

The HP EliteBook 865 G10 boasts exceptional performance with its AMD Ryzen 7 Pro processor delivering high power efficiency.
The HP EliteBook 865 G10 boasts an impressive build quality, reflecting its business-class origins perfectly always.
The HP EliteBook 865 G10's subpar display quality is a notable drawback to its overall performance.
The HP EliteBook 865 G10 features a quiet keyboard, smooth touchpad, and decent webcam for virtual meetings.
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HP EliteBook 840 G9
EliteBook 840 G9

Quick Stats

The HP EliteBook 840 G9 delivers exceptional performance with seamless execution and efficient handling of demanding tasks.
The EliteBook 840 G9 boasts a solid and durable all-metal design with exceptional build quality and robust construction.
The HP EliteBook 840 G9's exceptional display is its standout feature, delivering vibrant visuals.
The HP EliteBook 840 G9 boasts impressive upgradeability and features a bright, sharp 14-inch display with 5-megapixel webcam.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
HP EliteBook 865 G10
#365
HP EliteBook 840 G9
Winner
#360
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP EliteBook 865 G10
#77
Winner
HP EliteBook 840 G9
#239
Display
HP EliteBook 865 G10
#436
HP EliteBook 840 G9
#420
Winner
Performance
HP EliteBook 865 G10
#137
Winner
HP EliteBook 840 G9
#411
Build
HP EliteBook 865 G10
#662
HP EliteBook 840 G9
#256
Winner
Features
HP EliteBook 865 G10
#757
HP EliteBook 840 G9
#414
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP EliteBook 865 G10
HP HP EliteBook 840 G9
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7840U
Intel Core i7-1280P
AMD Radeon 780M
Intel UHD Graphics 620
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

HP EliteBook 865 G10

Strengths

The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U processor gives you the best of both worlds, using tons of power for demanding users but giving excellent battery life and near Silent Running.
The quiet comfortable keyboard is easy to type on for long hours with impressive inputs targeted at business users.
The gigantic touchpad is smooth and precise, good enough to keep my Bluetooth mouse in sync.
The 5 megapixel webcam doesn't fail very good quality in less than decent lighting conditions thanks to AI software enhancements.
The device has plenty of ports to plug in your other devices without carrying adapters or a portable docking station.
Battery life is excellent with the 76w battery giving a day's work plus added performance time for 5G.
The processor and integrated GPU (Radon 780M) deliver phenomenal performance for business power users but are frugal in power usage.
The device is perfect for those who want a spot of after-hours gaming, especially with an upgrade to 32 GB dual Channel memory.

Weaknesses

The UK HP store sells the G10 with a poor 250 nits display panel, which is ridiculous compared to the US variant's 400 nits panel.
The device comes with a smaller 51w battery in some configurations, which may not provide enough power for demanding users.
The lack of an integrated 5G eSIM card means business users can't sign up to prepaid data plans on the go.
The display panel's low brightness may be a issue for those who work in bright environments.
The device may not have enough ports for some users, although this is mitigated by its portable docking station capabilities.
Battery life suffers when using heavy workloads or high-performance settings (3.5 hours).
Upgrading to 32 GB dual Channel memory is necessary to get the most out of the integrated GPU for gaming and demanding tasks.
The device's design may not be as sleek as some other laptops on the market, but it makes up for this with its excellent performance and features.

HP EliteBook 840 G9

Strengths

The fact that you got really good upgradeability here, the ram, the SSD, the Wi-Fi card and the wireless Wan it's all upgradable by the user
A excellent outstanding keyboard and touchpad
A bright sharp 14 inch display
A 5 megapixel webcam in terms of getting your video conferencing done has been pretty good
The performance has been very good on this with that 12th Gen processor I expect this to get outfitted with 13th gen at some point here in 2023
Decent battery life, it did 9 hours and 27 minutes on the PC Mark 10 modern office battery test
Good audio quality from Bang & Olson tune speakers

Weaknesses

No 4K option which would have been nice but on a business laptop not essential so I understand why they went with that
No OLED option which would have been nice but on a business laptop not essential so I understand why they went with that
No ethernet port or SD card slot which would have been nice
The audio speakers can get a little bit expensive
12th Gen processor is getting outdated and will be replaced by 13th gen soon, which might be a concern for some users
Not as feature-rich as other business laptops like X1 Carbon gen 10 and the 11
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HP EliteBook 865 G10

The HP EliteBook 865 G10 is a powerhouse of a laptop that seamlessly blends performance with battery life. Equipped with the AMD Ryzen 7 Pro processor, this device delivers impressive processing power without sacrificing all-day battery life. The integrated Radeon RX 780M GPU offers smooth performance for demanding tasks and casual gaming. A generous array of ports, including USB-C and HDMI, make it easy to stay connected. We'll delve into the details of this sleek 16-inch business laptop in our review.

HP EliteBook 840 G9

The HP EliteBook 840 G9 is a solid business-class laptop that excels in upgradeability, performance, and battery life. With user-upgradeable RAM, SSD, Wi-Fi card, and wireless WAN, this device caters to businesses' needs for flexibility and longevity. A bright and sharp 14-inch display, comfortable keyboard, and good webcam complement its robust specs. However, it misses out on a few features, such as 4K option, OLED screen, Ethernet port, and SD card slot.

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