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💻 HP EliteBook 840 G11 vs 860 G11: Portability or Screen Size?
AI-powered analysis across 22 matched specifications
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11
HP
Overall Score
Best for UK professionals prioritising portability and outdoor visibility.
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HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
HP
Overall Score
Best for desk-centric UK workers who need a larger display and longer battery life.
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Scores based on quantifiable specification values (1-10 scale)
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
Performance
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11
8.0
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
8.0
Display
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11
8.5
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
7.0
Battery & Thermals
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11
7.5
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
8.5
Manageability & Security
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11
8.5
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
8.5
Expandability & Repair
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11
8.5
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
8.5
Ecosystem & Software
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11
8.5
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
8.5
Value
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11
8.9
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
7.8
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | HP EliteBook 840 14" G11 HP | HP EliteBook 860 16" G11 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 Series 1 (Meteor Lake) — Core Ultra 5 125U/135U/125H, Core Ultra 7 155U/165U/155H/165H (vPro options), with Intel AI Boost NPU |
| Graphics | Integrated Intel Graphics / Intel Arc Graphics (H-series) | Integrated Intel Graphics / Intel Arc Graphics (H-series) |
| Discrete GPU | Integrated Intel graphics only | Integrated Intel graphics only |
| Memory & storage | ||
| Maximum memory | Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 across 2 SODIMM slots (user-upgradeable) | Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 across 2 SODIMM slots (user-upgradeable) |
| Memory type | DDR5-5600 across 2 SODIMM slots (user-upgradeable) | DDR5-5600 across 2 SODIMM slots (user-upgradeable) |
| Maximum storage | Up to 2 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD | Up to 2 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Display size | 14" WUXGA IPS | 16" WUXGA IPS or 2.8K OLED |
| Resolution | 1920×1200 | 2880×1800 |
| Brightness | ✓Options 300 / 400 / 800 / 1000 nits | Up to 400 nits |
| Panel | WUXGA IPS, anti-glare; touch and HP Sure View privacy options | 16" WUXGA (1920x1200) IPS or 2.8K (2880x1800) OLED; touch and privacy options |
| Touchscreen | Touch option | Touch options |
| Connectivity | ||
| Thunderbolt / USB4 ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP) | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP) |
| 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, PD, DP), 2x USB-A 5 Gbps, HDMI 2.1, 3.5 mm combo; optional nano-SIM / smart card |
| Mobile broadband (4G/5G) option | Optional 4G LTE / 5G WWAN | Optional 4G LTE / 5G WWAN |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (from) | ✓From approx. 1.41 kg (3.11 lb) | From approx. 1.73 kg (3.81 lb) |
| Dimensions | 314.5 x 224.7 x 19.5 mm | 357.8 x 252.3 x 19.9 mm |
| Security & management | ||
| Intel vPro | Intel vPro (options) | Intel vPro (options) |
| Copilot+ PC (40+ TOPS NPU) | Intel Core Ultra Series 1 NPU below the 40-TOPS threshold — not a Copilot+ PC | Intel Core Ultra Series 1 NPU below the 40-TOPS threshold — not a Copilot+ PC |
| Battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 56 Wh; HP Fast Charge; long all-day office runtime | ✓56 Wh standard, up to 76 Wh option; HP Fast Charge |
| Rated battery life | Long all-day office runtime | -- |
| Support | ||
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Base warranty | 1-year standard; HP Care Pack extends to 3-5 years with onsite / NBD / ADP options | 1-year standard; HP Care Pack extends to 3-5 years with onsite / NBD / ADP options |
Performance
Processor
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11Intel 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
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Intel 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
Graphics
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11Integrated Intel Graphics / Intel Arc Graphics (H-series)
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Integrated Intel Graphics / Intel Arc Graphics (H-series)
Discrete GPU
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11Integrated Intel graphics only
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Integrated Intel graphics only
Memory & storage
Maximum memory
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 across 2 SODIMM slots (user-upgradeable)
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 across 2 SODIMM slots (user-upgradeable)
Memory type
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11DDR5-5600 across 2 SODIMM slots (user-upgradeable)
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11DDR5-5600 across 2 SODIMM slots (user-upgradeable)
Maximum storage
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11Up to 2 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Up to 2 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
Display
Display size
HP EliteBook 840 14" G1114" WUXGA IPS
HP EliteBook 860 16" G1116" WUXGA IPS or 2.8K OLED
Resolution
HP EliteBook 840 14" G111920×1200
HP EliteBook 860 16" G112880×1800
Brightness
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11Options 300 / 400 / 800 / 1000 nits
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Up to 400 nits
Panel
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11WUXGA IPS, anti-glare; touch and HP Sure View privacy options
HP EliteBook 860 16" G1116" WUXGA (1920x1200) IPS or 2.8K (2880x1800) OLED; touch and privacy options
Touchscreen
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11Touch option
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Touch options
Connectivity
Thunderbolt / USB4 ports
HP EliteBook 840 14" G112x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP)
HP EliteBook 860 16" G112x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP)
Ports
HP EliteBook 840 14" G112x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP), 2x USB-A 5 Gbps, HDMI 2.1, 3.5 mm combo; optional nano-SIM / smart card
HP EliteBook 860 16" G112x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, PD, DP), 2x USB-A 5 Gbps, HDMI 2.1, 3.5 mm combo; optional nano-SIM / smart card
Mobile broadband (4G/5G) option
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11Optional 4G LTE / 5G WWAN
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Optional 4G LTE / 5G WWAN
Physical
Weight (from)
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11From approx. 1.41 kg (3.11 lb)
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11From approx. 1.73 kg (3.81 lb)
Dimensions
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11314.5 x 224.7 x 19.5 mm
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11357.8 x 252.3 x 19.9 mm
Security & management
Intel vPro
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11Intel vPro (options)
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Intel vPro (options)
Copilot+ PC (40+ TOPS NPU)
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11Intel Core Ultra Series 1 NPU below the 40-TOPS threshold — not a Copilot+ PC
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Intel Core Ultra Series 1 NPU below the 40-TOPS threshold — not a Copilot+ PC
Battery
Battery capacity
HP EliteBook 840 14" G1156 Wh; HP Fast Charge; long all-day office runtime
HP EliteBook 860 16" G1156 Wh standard, up to 76 Wh option; HP Fast Charge
Rated battery life
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11Long all-day office runtime
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11--
Support
Operating system
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11Windows 11 Pro
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11Windows 11 Pro
Base warranty
HP EliteBook 840 14" G111-year standard; HP Care Pack extends to 3-5 years with onsite / NBD / ADP options
HP EliteBook 860 16" G111-year standard; HP Care Pack extends to 3-5 years with onsite / NBD / ADP options
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Expert Analysis
Specs web-verified from manufacturer datasheets · Servnet-reviewed · Last reviewed 26 Jul 2026
The HP EliteBook 840 G11 is the better all-rounder for most UK mobile professionals, while the 860 G11 suits desk-bound users needing a larger display and longer battery. The 840 G11 undercuts the 860 with a lighter build (from 1.41 kg) and far brighter screen options (up to 1000 nits), making it ideal for on-the-go work and outdoor use. The 860 G11 fights back with a bigger 16-inch canvas and an optional 76 Wh battery, though its lower brightness and extra weight (1.73 kg) sacrifice portability. Both share the same Intel Core Ultra processors, up to 64 GB RAM, and comprehensive security, so performance is identical. Choose the 840 G11 if you value a lightweight design and superior screen brightness for travel; pick the 860 G11 if you need a spacious display and extended unplugged endurance at your desk.
HP EliteBook 840 14" G11
Best for UK professionals prioritising portability and outdoor visibility.
HP EliteBook 860 16" G11
Best for desk-centric UK workers who need a larger display and longer battery life.
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