HP ELITEBOOK 840 G3 i7 SPECIFICATIONS

HP ELITEBOOK 840 G3 i7 SPECIFICATIONS

HP ELITEBOOK 840 G3 i7 PRICE AND SPECIFICATIONS

Model: HP EliteBook 840 G3 i5

Operating System: Windows 10, 10 pro, 11

Storage: 512GB SSD

RAM: 16GB RAM

Other Features: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.0, Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45), 4 × USB 3.0, DisplayPort 1.2, RJ-45 Ethernet, SD Card Reader, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack, HD Webcam, Dual microphones.

HP ELITEBOOK 840 G3 i7 PRICE AND SPECIFICATIONS

The HP EliteBook 840 G3 is a premium 14-inch business notebook designed for professionals who require excellent performance, durability, security, and portability. Released in 2016, it introduced Intel’s 6th Generation Skylake processors, DDR4 memory, and USB Type-C connectivity, making it a significant upgrade over the G2. It is widely used for business, education, programming, graphic design, and everyday productivity.

General Information

• Model: HP EliteBook 840 G3
• Series: HP EliteBook 800 Series
• Release Year: 2016
• Laptop Type: Business Ultrabook
• Operating Systems:
  • Windows 10 Pro (Factory Installed)
  • Windows 7 Professional (Downgrade option)
  • Compatible with Windows 11 (unsupported by Microsoft due to CPU generation)

Processor (CPU)

Available with Intel 6th Generation (Skylake) processors:

• Intel Core i5-6200U
• Intel Core i5-6300U
• Intel Core i7-6500U
• Intel Core i7-6600U

Processor Features

• Dual-Core processors
• Hyper-Threading (4 Threads)
• 14nm Architecture
• Intel Turbo Boost Technology
• Maximum Turbo Speed:
  • Core i5-6200U – Up to 2.8 GHz
  • Core i5-6300U – Up to 3.0 GHz
  • Core i7-6500U – Up to 3.1 GHz
  • Core i7-6600U – Up to 3.4 GHz

Graphics

Integrated Graphics:

• Intel HD Graphics 520

The graphics processor supports:

• Full HD and 4K video playback
• Multiple external displays
• Adobe Photoshop
• CorelDRAW
• AutoCAD (light projects)
• Casual gaming

Memory (RAM)

• Type: DDR4 SDRAM
• Speed: 2133 MHz
• Memory Slots: 2 SODIMM Slots
• Standard RAM: 4GB or 8GB
• Maximum Supported RAM: 32GB (2 × 16GB)

Storage

Supports:

• 128GB SSD
• 180GB SSD
• 256GB SSD
• 512GB SSD
• 1TB SSD (upgrade)
• M.2 SATA SSD
• Some configurations also support PCIe NVMe SSDs

Storage is user-upgradable.

Display

• Screen Size: 14 inches
• Display Type: LED Backlit Anti-Glare

Resolution Options

• HD (1366 × 768)
• Full HD (1920 × 1080 IPS)
• Optional Touchscreen (selected models)

Display Features:

• Anti-glare coating
• LED backlighting
• Wide viewing angles (IPS models)
• Optional HP Sure View Privacy Screen (selected business configurations)

Build Quality

• CNC-machined aluminum lid
• Magnesium alloy internal frame
• MIL-STD 810G tested for durability
• Spill-resistant keyboard
• Professional matte finish
• Lightweight and durable chassis

Keyboard & Touchpad

• Full-size island-style keyboard
• Spill-resistant keyboard
• Optional backlit keyboard
• Precision multi-touch touchpad
• ClickPad with gesture support
• PointStick (select models)

Battery

• 3-cell Lithium-Ion
• 46Wh capacity (typical)

Battery Life

• Approximately 8–12 hours, depending on battery health, brightness, and workload.

Connectivity

Wireless

• Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC (varies by configuration)
• Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
• Bluetooth 4.2
• Optional HP Mobile Broadband (4G LTE)

Wired

• Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)

Ports

• 2 × USB 3.0
• 1 × USB Type-C (Data only; no Power Delivery or display output)
• DisplayPort 1.2
• VGA
• RJ-45 Ethernet
• Docking Connector
• SD Card Reader
• Smart Card Reader (optional)
• Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
• AC Power Connector

Webcam

• 720p HD Webcam
• Integrated Dual Digital Microphones
• Supports:
  • Zoom
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Google Meet
  • Skype

Audio

• Bang & Olufsen Audio
• Stereo Speakers
• HP Audio Boost
• Dual Array Microphones
• DTS Studio Sound support

Security Features

Business-class security includes:

• TPM 2.0 (Trusted Platform Module)
• HP BIOS Protection
• HP Sure Start BIOS Recovery
• HP Client Security Suite
• Fingerprint Reader (optional)
• Smart Card Reader (optional)
• DriveLock Security
• BIOS Password Protection
• Pre-Boot Authentication

Dimensions

• Width: 33.8 cm (13.3 inches)
• Depth: 23.7 cm (9.3 inches)
• Thickness: Approximately 1.89 cm (0.74 inches)

Weight

• Starting from 1.48 kg (3.26 lbs) depending on configuration.

Upgrade Options

The HP EliteBook 840 G3 is highly upgradeable. Users can upgrade:

• RAM up to 32GB
• SSD up to 2TB (depending on drive compatibility)
• Wi-Fi card
• Battery
• Keyboard
• CMOS battery

The processor and integrated graphics are soldered to the motherboard and cannot be upgraded.

Performance

The HP EliteBook 840 G3 is ideal for:

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Web browsing
• Online learning
• Programming
• Accounting software
• CorelDRAW
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator
• Light AutoCAD work
• Video conferencing
• Multimedia playback
• Everyday business tasks

It is not recommended for modern AAA gaming, heavy 3D rendering, or intensive 4K video editing.