💻 HP EliteBook 840 G3 — Full Specifications & Description

🔧 Overview

The HP EliteBook 840 G3 is a premium business ultrabook designed for professionals — combining a durable, lightweight chassis with strong performance, enterprise-grade security, and good connectivity. It’s part of HP’s EliteBook “G3” generation.

⚙️ Hardware Specifications

1. Processors (CPU):
2. 6th Generation Intel Core i5-6200U (up to 2.8 GHz)
3. Intel Core i5-6300U (2.4 GHz, up to 3.0 GHz) estechnology.de+1

Memory (RAM):

1. 2 SODIMM slots
2. Supports DDR4-2133
3. Up to 32 GB RAM pclaptops.co.za
4. Storage Options:
5. M.2 SATA SSD (e.g., 128 GB, 256 GB) pclaptops.co.za
6. M.2 PCIe SSD (up to 256 GB in some configurations) pclaptops.co.za
7. Traditional 2.5″ SATA HDD/SSHD also possible in some SKUs pclaptops.co.za
8. Graphics:
9. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 520 (on all CPU models) estechnology.de

🖥 Display

1. 14.0-inch LED-backlit screen
2. Anti-glare finish
3. Resolution options: Full HD (1920 x 1080) is common in many configurations. estechnology.de+1
4. Optional “Sure View” privacy screen in some models. pclaptops.co.za

🔌 Ports & Connectivity

1. 2 × USB 3.0 ports (one may support “charging”) estechnology.de
2. 1 × USB Type-C port estechnology.de
3. 1 × DisplayPort estechnology.de
4. 1 × VGA port for legacy external monitors estechnology.de
5. 1 × RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port Wain Technologies
6. Card Reader: SD / SDHC / SDXC estechnology.de
7. Docking connector for enterprise docking stations estechnology.de

🌐 Wireless / Networking

1. Wi-Fi: Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) Wain Technologies
2. Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.2 combo (on many versions) Wain Technologies
3. Wired: Intel Gigabit Ethernet (I219-LM) estechnology.de
4. Optional: WWAN / SIM slot on some SKUs (for mobile broadband) Icecat

🔒 Security Features

1. TPM 1.2 / 2.0 chip for encryption / secure boot Icecat
2. Integrated smart card reader (in some models) estechnology.de
3. Optional fingerprint reader for biometric login, Star City
4. HP Sure Start — protects BIOS from attacks or corruption Wain Technologies
5. Kensington lock slot

🔋 Battery & Power

1. Comes with a 3-cell, 46 Wh Li-ion battery (common configuration) Wain Technologies
2. AC Adapter: 45 W Smart AC Adapter (or 65 W in some SKUs) estechnology.de
3. Battery life varies depending on use — typical business usage gives moderate endurance.

⌨ / Input Devices

1. Spill-resistant keyboard
2. Optional backlit keyboard with drain design Smartcomputerske
3. Pointing devices:
4. Ultra-smooth precision glass touchpad
5. TrackPoint (ThinkPad-like nub) style pointer also available in some models, estechnology.de

📷 Audio & Camera

1. 720p HD webcam estechnology.de
2. Audio by Bang & Olufsen — quality stereo speakers and dual-array microphones Smartcomputerske
3. HP Noise Reduction software is built in for a clearer voice during video calls.

💾 Operating Systems

1. Officially supported OSes: Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Home, FlixCar
2. Also compatible with Windows 7 Professional (via downgrade rights) in some configurations, FlixCar

📏 Dimensions, Build & Weight

1. Dimensions: ~33.8 cm × 23.7 cm × 1.89 cm (14-inch footprint) estechnology.de
2. Weight: ~1.48 kg (3.27 lbs) in non-touch version PC Bank | Online Store
3. Build: Durable business-class chassis with aluminum/magnesium parts for strength

✅ Pros & Ideal Use Cases

1. Business & productivity: Great for office work, document editing, and presentations thanks to good CPU + 14″ screen + strong security
2. Portability: Lightweight for a 14″ machine, good for travel / frequent commuting
3. Security-focused users: Strong TPM, smart card, BIOS protection, fingerprint authentication
4. Enterprise integration: Docking support, legacy VGA + modern USB-C + DisplayPort are very flexible

⚠️ Limitations / Things to Consider

1. Integrated graphics (HD 520) are not suited for heavy gaming or high-end 3D work
2. Battery is not extremely large — under heavy load, runtime may be modest
3. USB-C does not support power delivery for charging in this model (according to user reports), Reddit
4. Older CPU (6th gen) — may feel slower compared to newer ultrabooks