💻 HP EliteBook 840 G11 vs EliteBook 8 G1i
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Performance Overview
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Detailed Specifications
| Specification | HP EliteBook 840 14" G11 HP | HP EliteBook 8 G1i HP |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra Series 1 (Meteor Lake) — Core Ultra 5 125U/135U/125H, Core Ultra 7 155U/165U/155H/165H (vPro options), with Intel AI Boost NPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 (Series 2): Lunar Lake 268V/256V or 16-core Arrow Lake-H 265H/255H (Ultra 5 and U-series also offered) |
| CPU cores | -- | Up to 16 cores / 24 threads (Arrow Lake-H 265H/255H) |
| Graphics | Integrated Intel Graphics / Intel Arc Graphics (H-series) | Intel Arc 140V (Lunar Lake) or Intel Arc 140T (Arrow Lake-H, with 16GB+ dual-channel memory) |
| Discrete GPU | Integrated Intel graphics only | Integrated Intel Arc only |
| Memory & storage | ||
| Maximum memory | Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 across 2 SODIMM slots (user-upgradeable) | Copilot+ (Lunar Lake): 16/32GB LPDDR5x-8533 onboard, max 32GB. AI PC (Arrow Lake-H): DDR5 SODIMM, 2 slots, up to 64GB (DDR5-5600) |
| Memory type | DDR5-5600 across 2 SODIMM slots (user-upgradeable) | LPDDR5x-8533 onboard (Lunar Lake, max 32GB) or DDR5-5600 SODIMM 2 slots (Arrow Lake-H, up to 64GB) |
| Maximum storage | Up to 2 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD | 256GB to 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD (Gen4/Gen5), TLC; self-encrypting OPAL2 options |
| Display | ||
| Display size | 14" WUXGA IPS | 14" or 16" IPS-class UWVA LCD |
| Resolution | 1920×1200 | 2560×1600 |
| Brightness | ✓Options 300 / 400 / 800 / 1000 nits | Up to 800 nits with HP Sure View 5 |
| Panel | WUXGA IPS, anti-glare; touch and HP Sure View privacy options | IPS-class UWVA LCD, anti-glare, Low Blue Light (no OLED); WUXGA up to 800-nit Sure View 5 or 2.5K 120Hz; touch optional |
| Touchscreen | Touch option | Touch optional |
| Connectivity | ||
| Thunderbolt / USB4 ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP) | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C 40Gbps, USB PD, DP 2.1) |
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP), 2x USB-A 5 Gbps, HDMI 2.1, 3.5 mm combo; optional nano-SIM / smart card | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C 40Gbps, USB PD, DP 2.1), 1x USB-C 10Gbps, 1x USB-A 5Gbps, HDMI 2.1, headphone/mic; optional RJ-45 |
| Mobile broadband (4G/5G) option | Optional 4G LTE / 5G WWAN | Optional 4G/5G WWAN |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (from) | From approx. 1.41 kg (3.11 lb) | ✓From 1.40 kg (14") / from 1.70 kg (16") |
| Dimensions | 314.5 x 224.7 x 19.5 mm | -- |
| Security & management | ||
| Intel vPro | Intel vPro (options) | Intel vPro on eligible processors |
| Copilot+ PC (40+ TOPS NPU) | Intel Core Ultra Series 1 NPU below the 40-TOPS threshold — not a Copilot+ PC | ✓Copilot+ PC on Ultra 7 268V/256V (Lunar Lake, 47-48 TOPS); 265H/255H Arrow Lake-H are 13-TOPS AI PCs |
| Battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 56 Wh; HP Fast Charge; long all-day office runtime | ✓3-cell 62 Wh or 8-cell 77 Wh (16"); HP Fast Charge ~50% in 30 minutes |
| Rated battery life | Long all-day office runtime | -- |
| Support | ||
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro (Windows 11 Home available; Enterprise via Volume Licensing) |
| Base warranty | 1-year standard; HP Care Pack extends to 3-5 years with onsite / NBD / ADP options | HP standard 1/1/0 limited warranty (1-year parts and labour, no on-site); one-year HP Wolf Pro Security Edition licence; HP Care Pack uplifts available |
Expert Analysis
The HP EliteBook 8 G1i represents a notable generational advance over the EliteBook 840 G11, providing higher compute capabilities, improved battery capacity, and official Copilot+ compliance on selected configurations. UK IT buyers deploying the newer model gain access to Intel Core Ultra Series 2 architectures, including Lunar Lake variants delivering 47 to 48 TOPS NPU performance alongside integrated Intel Arc 140V graphics, or Arrow Lake-H options offering up to 16 cores and 24 threads. The EliteBook 8 G1i also delivers larger battery packs at 62 Wh or 77 Wh and higher screen resolution options reaching 2560x1600. Conversely, the EliteBook 840 G11 remains a dependable fleet deployment choice with distinct advantages in maintenance uniformity and outdoor visibility. Unlike the Lunar Lake configurations of the 8 G1i that solder memory to 32 GB, every 840 G11 model retains dual user-upgradeable SODIMM slots supporting up to 64 GB DDR5-5600. Furthermore, the 840 G11 provides an optional 1000-nit display panel, outshining the 800-nit maximum ceiling of the newer generation. Organisations prioritising standardised internal memory upgrades and ultra-bright screens will value the 840 G11, whereas enterprises seeking next-generation AI hardware, larger battery reserves, and higher resolution displays should standardise on the EliteBook 8 G1i.
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