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HP EliteBook 840 G5 A premium 14-inch business standard, and the start of the modern EliteBook 840 era
The HP EliteBook 840 G5 is HP's core 14-inch premium business model, the line that IT departments buy generation after generation. The fifth generation holds a special place in that story: the 2018 overhaul stripped away the thick screen bezels and wrapped everything in a single-piece aluminium body, setting the look the later G6, G7 and the well-known G8 would carry. As a refurbished business laptop from ITR Bulgaria, this is where that modern era begins, at a sensible price.
Benefits
Why the HP EliteBook 840 G5 still makes sense in the 14-inch premium business class as a refurbished laptop
The start of the modern HP EliteBook 840 look
The G5 is the generation where HP slimmed the bezels, dropped TN panels and wrapped the laptop in aluminium. The series kept that look through the G6, G7 and G8.
4 cores with 8th Gen Core
Quad-core 8th Gen Intel Core i5/i7 chips are a step up from the dual-core silicon of earlier HP EliteBook 840 models. Some G5 variants also come with a dual-core 7th Gen Core i5. The jump shows when a dozen tabs and a few business apps are open at once.
SO-DIMM memory up to 32 GB
Two SO-DIMM slots allow a memory upgrade to the HP-specified 32 GB DDR4 (2400 MHz with 8th Gen Core, 2133 MHz with 7th Gen) after purchase, real headroom for a company that buys once and keeps the machines for several years.
Optional AMD Radeon RX540
On select configurations, a 2 GB discrete GPU, uncommon in a thin 14-inch business laptop. Room to breathe for light photo work or driving two external monitors.
Thunderbolt 3 + full-size RJ45
Single-cable docking over Thunderbolt 3 and a true RJ45 port for offices that still run on wired networks. Two USB-A 3.1 ports and HDMI round it out.
HP Wolf Security platform
Hardware-hardened protection rarely found outside the business class: HP Sure Start Gen4, Sure Run and Sure Recover on 8th Gen Core models, Sure Click on supported platforms and applications, plus TPM 2.0 and the HP Manageability Integration Kit for compatible IT environments.
Bang & Olufsen audio
Bang & Olufsen stereo speakers, three microphones and HP Audio Boost, for cleaner calls when the day runs on Teams and Zoom.
HP Sure View privacy panel (option)
On select configurations, a built-in 700-nit screen that blurs the image for the person next to you on a plane or train at the press of a key. No physical filter to fit and remove.
50 Wh battery with HP Fast Charge
Fast charge to 50% in about 30 minutes with the laptop off or in standby and a compatible adapter of at least 65 W (HP allows a ±10% variance in the time), enough to grab a top-up between two meetings in different offices without waiting out a full lunch break at the wall.
Sensible value as a refurbished laptop
As a used laptop that has passed a technical audit and refurbishment, the HP EliteBook 840 G5 opens the premium business class at a price a new equivalent does not reach.
HP EliteBook 840 G5: the 14-inch workhorse that defined the modern look of the series
There is one generation in the history of the HP EliteBook 840 after which the series stops looking like a stern office tool from the 2000s and starts to resemble the laptop we recognise today. It is the fifth. In the big 2018 overhaul HP slimmed the bezels around the screen, retired the TN panels and the spinning hard drives, and wrapped everything in a single-piece aluminium body. The HP EliteBook 830, 840 and 850 G5 launched together and rewrote the look of the whole line, with the 840 at its centre as the core 14-inch premium model that IT departments buy generation after generation.
The change was not only cosmetic. Under the new body, the G5 is the first HP EliteBook 840 built on an 8th Gen Intel Core platform: quad-core Kaby Lake-R i5 and i7 chips are a step up from the dual-core silicon of earlier generations. Some G5 variants also come with a dual-core 7th Gen Core i5. That is the difference between a laptop that stalls with a dozen open tabs and three Excel files, and one that holds them steadily through a full workday. For a team running an ERP system, a browser full of client records and a video-call window at the same time, that step matters more than any single spec line. The look the HP EliteBook 840 G5 introduced, HP carried through the generations that followed, so the refurbished buyer here is getting the start of the modern EliteBook 840 era.
The main working application of such a machine is older than most of its users — and began its career in an unexpected place. Microsoft released the first Excel on September 30, 1985 … for Macintosh only. The move was calculated: Lotus 1-2-3 ruled the IBM PC, while the Mac was open territory. Only in 1987 did Excel appear on Windows — and from there it gradually conquered every accounting department on the planet. Four decades later, cell B7 gets filled on an HP EliteBook 840 G5 by the same logic as on the first Mac: some tools simply fit the shape of human work.
The body is an aluminium unibody that passed MIL-STD-810G testing, a material HP chose because it survives years of opening and closing without the panels starting to creak. Three years into a bag, the machine still feels solid in the hand. Around the platform sits the full business wrap that separates EliteBook from the cheaper lines: HP Wolf Security with the hardware-level Sure Start Gen4, Sure Run and Sure Recover on 8th Gen Core variants; Bang & Olufsen stereo speakers for the Teams calls; and the optional Sure View, a built-in 700-nit screen that blurs the image for the person beside you on a plane or train at the press of a key. Connectivity is more generous than the thin profile suggests: Thunderbolt 3 for single-cable docking, two USB-A ports and a full-size RJ45, a detail that still counts in an office whose network runs on cable.
Two things are a surprise for this class. The first is the optional AMD Radeon RX540 discrete graphics with 2 GB of memory, uncommon in a thin 14-inch business laptop, which on the right configuration gives room to breathe for light photo editing or running two external monitors. The second is the memory: two SO-DIMM slots allow an upgrade to 32 GB DDR4 (2400 MHz with 8th Gen Core, 2133 MHz with 7th Gen) after purchase, while newer thin models increasingly solder the RAM to the board. For a company that buys once and keeps the machines five years, that is headroom that pays off.
To be fair, the HP EliteBook 840 G5 is not a weight record-holder. Its starting ~1.48 kg is more than the carbon-fibre Dell Latitude 7490 (from 1.4 kg, with a larger 60 Wh battery and ExpressCharge), and the Lenovo ThinkPad T480 in the same class leans on Power Bridge, a hot-swap dual battery that delivers more hours away from the wall but makes the machine heavier (~1.58 kg). The 50 Wh battery here is more modest, and the port is Thunderbolt 3, not 4. If you want the same look on a newer platform, the direct successor is the HP EliteBook 840 G6 (Whiskey Lake refresh). But for a buyer who wants a proven 14-inch standard at a sensible price, few models are supported this long or carry this many spare parts on the market. As a refurbished laptop from ITR Bulgaria that has passed a technical audit and ships with a real warranty, the EliteBook 840 G5 is one of the practical ways to step into the premium business class without paying for a new equivalent.
Who it's for
Scenarios where the HP EliteBook 840 G5 makes the most sense
Equipping office staff in volume
A company replacing dozens of machines at once benefits from a model the IT department already knows inside out. The HP EliteBook 840 is among the most widely deployed 14-inch business laptops, so imaging, standardisation and support follow a familiar path.
Hybrid work and video meetings
For someone on calls three days a week, the audio tuned by Bang & Olufsen, the three microphones and background noise suppression help in calls with clients. The optional IR camera has a different job: face sign-in with Windows Hello set up.
Light graphics work
On the configurations with AMD Radeon RX540, the model handles what integrated graphics do slowly: photo retouching, light video preview and a two-monitor setup, without stepping into true workstation territory.
A buyer who wants a proven standard
For someone who wants a machine any service shop understands, with spare parts available years after launch. Batteries, chargers and docking stations for the HP EliteBook 840 are easy to find. Few used laptops offer that kind of support certainty.
Model highlights
14″ in the premium EliteBook 800 line
The HP EliteBook 840 G5 is the 14-inch centre of HP's premium business line. It sits between the more compact HP EliteBook 830 G5 (13.3″) and the wider HP EliteBook 850 G5 (15.6″), on a shared platform and the same set of business features.
4 cores with 8th Gen Core
Quad-core Intel Core i5/i7 8th Gen with Intel UHD Graphics 620, optionally with vPro for management in a compatible corporate environment. A clear step up from the dual-core chips of the earlier HP EliteBook 840 models. Some G5 variants also come with a dual-core 7th Gen Core i5 and Intel HD Graphics 620.
Optional AMD Radeon RX540 2 GB
Discrete graphics that rarely appear in a thin 14-inch business laptop. On the right configuration it takes on light graphics work beyond office applications.
Two SO-DIMM slots, up to 32 GB DDR4
Two SO-DIMM slots for a memory upgrade after purchase, an option newer thin models often trade away for soldered RAM. Useful for a long working life for the machine.
Thunderbolt 3 + full-size RJ45
One USB-C Thunderbolt 3 port for single-cable docking, two USB-A 3.1 and HDMI 1.4b. The full-size RJ45 stays on board for offices that still run on wired networks.
HP Sure Start Gen4 and business protections
A hardware wrap depending on configuration: HP Sure Start Gen4 (BIOS protection and recovery), Sure Run and Sure Recover on 8th Gen Core models, Sure Click on supported platforms and applications, plus TPM 2.0 and the HP Manageability Integration Kit for centralised IT management in a compatible environment.
HP Sure View privacy panel (option)
On select configurations, a built-in 700-nit privacy screen that narrows the side viewing angle at the press of a key. No physical filter to take off and put back on.
50 Wh battery + aluminium body
A 3-cell 50 Wh battery with HP Fast Charge (up to 50% in about 30 minutes with the laptop off or in standby and a compatible adapter of at least 65 W; HP allows a ±10% variance in time). The body is an aluminium unibody, 17.9 mm thick on non-touch and 18.1 mm on touch configurations, tested to MIL-STD-810G for daily corporate use.
Refurbished by ITR Bulgaria: what value do you get?
Buying a refurbished business-class laptop makes the most sense when the device has been through a standardised internal refurbishment process and ships with a real warranty. That is how used laptops become refurbished laptops, a practical and professional alternative to new budget machines, and a far more reasonable buy than a brand-new premium equivalent.
- ✓ Technical audit and cosmetic assessment of the device to an internal standard
- ✓ Refurbishment, cleaning, quality improvement and configuration to a standard for repeated business use
- ✓ Use of original software and a configuration prepared for the model
- ✓ Packaging, a real warranty and model support from ITR Bulgaria
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Additional information
Where the HP EliteBook 840 G5 fits in the series ▼
The HP EliteBook 840 G5 belongs to the EliteBook 800 series, HP's premium business line. This is the segment HP positions directly against the Dell Latitude 7000 and the Lenovo ThinkPad T series. Below it sit the ProBook 600 (mainstream business) and ProBook 400 (entry business); above it, the ultra-premium flagships HP EliteBook x360 1030/1040 and the HP Elite Dragonfly.
Within the fifth generation there are three size variants on a shared platform: the HP EliteBook 830 G5 (13.3″, more compact), the HP EliteBook 840 G5 (14″, the balanced centre) and the HP EliteBook 850 G5 (15.6″, more screen area).
The G5 arrived as the successor to the HP EliteBook 840 G4 and was the big overhaul where HP changed the design of the series: slimmer bezels, IPS-only panels, an aluminium body. It is succeeded by the HP EliteBook 840 G6 (a Whiskey Lake refresh, an 8th Gen update of the same look). The G5 remains one of the widely circulating generations thanks to the long corporate lifecycle.
The HP EliteBook 840 G5 is not ideal if… ▼
- You want minimum weight as a priority. The starting ~1.48 kg is more than the carbon-fibre 14-inch rivals of the era. For a lighter machine, look at the Dell Latitude 7490 or the HP Elite Dragonfly.
- You need discrete graphics for heavy work such as CAD, 3D or video editing. The optional Radeon RX540 is for light graphics work; for serious tasks look at the HP ZBook series.
- You want the latest connectivity. The G5 has Thunderbolt 3 and Wi-Fi 5. For Thunderbolt 4 and Wi-Fi 6, look, for example, at the HP EliteBook 840 G8; the G6 still has Thunderbolt 3.
- You need 2-in-1 / tablet mode. The HP EliteBook 840 G5 is a clamshell laptop without 360-degree hinges, although touchscreen variants exist. For a convertible, look at the HP EliteBook x360 1030/1040.
- You want a 15-inch screen. The HP EliteBook 850 G5 is the direct 15.6-inch alternative from the same generation.
- You expect a guaranteed specific configuration (Sure View privacy panel, IR camera, Radeon RX540, 4G LTE, a specific CPU/RAM/SSD). These are options that vary between individual units. It is worth checking the specific unit.
Choosing the right size and construction ▼
13.3-inch class (HP EliteBook 830 G5): more compact and slightly lighter. Suited to frequent travel and people who value minimum bulk in the bag. Trade-off: less screen working space.
14-inch class (HP EliteBook 840 G5): the balanced centre. Enough screen area for productive work with documents, spreadsheets and video calls, at a weight that stays manageable for daily carry.
15.6-inch class (HP EliteBook 850 G5): more screen area for multi-window work or spreadsheets. Heavier, better suited to work mostly at a desk or infrequent carrying.
Construction: all three sizes use a single-piece aluminium body (unibody) introduced in the fifth-generation redesign, tested to MIL-STD-810G for daily corporate use. The HP EliteBook 840 G5 is 17.9 mm thick without a touchscreen and 18.1 mm with a touchscreen.
Alternative models ▼
Within HP:
HP EliteBook 840 G6 — the direct successor (Intel 8th Gen Whiskey Lake refresh) on the same look. A newer platform, usually at a higher refurbished price. The construction and design are practically the same as the G5.
HP EliteBook 840 G4 — the generation before the redesign. A more affordable option, but with the older look (thicker bezels, a TN-panel and HDD option). A reasonable choice on a tight budget; the G5 is the more modern step.
HP EliteBook 830 G5 — the 13.3-inch variant from the same generation. More compact for frequent travel. Trade-off: a smaller screen.
HP EliteBook 850 G5 — the 15.6-inch variant. More screen area for spreadsheets and multi-window work. Trade-off: heavier.
HP ProBook 640 G4 — mainstream business class, not premium. More affordable, but without the full Wolf Security wrap and Bang & Olufsen audio of the HP EliteBook.
Cross-brand alternatives (14″, premium business class, 2018 generation):
Dell Latitude 7490 — the direct 14-inch premium rival. It offers carbon-fibre configurations (from 1.4 kg) and a larger 60 Wh ExpressCharge battery option, distinct from the 60 Wh Long Life version without ExpressCharge. Trade-off: a close price and a similar business feature set, so the choice often comes down to brand and docking ecosystem.
Lenovo ThinkPad T480 — a premium 14-inch Lenovo ThinkPad with the classic keyboard and TrackPoint. Its strong point is Power Bridge, a hot-swap dual battery on configurations with the optional internal 24 Wh battery and an external battery of up to 72 Wh, up to 96 Wh total, for more hours away from the wall. Trade-off: heavier (~1.58 kg).
Note: do not compare the HP EliteBook 840 G5 with the HP ProBook 440 G5 or the Dell Latitude 3490 — those belong to a different, mainstream/entry business class and target a different group.
Refurbished by ITR Bulgaria: what value do you get? ▼
The HP EliteBook 840 G5 is one of the models where refurbishment by ITR Bulgaria stands on solid ground. The aluminium body was built for a long corporate life, and the internals are serviceable: the M.2 NVMe SSD and both SO-DIMM slots are replaceable, which keeps the technical audit and refurbishment simple and traceable.
On top of that comes the model's wide corporate deployment: original batteries, chargers and HP docking stations for the HP EliteBook 840 are easy to find on the market years after the machine launched. That makes the HP EliteBook 840 G5 a practical used laptop with long support ahead of it. After refurbishment, the model is prepared for repeated business use and comes with a real warranty and support from ITR Bulgaria.
Frequently asked questions ▼
Is the HP EliteBook 840 G5 a good choice as a used laptop?
Yes, for a buyer who values a proven standard. The HP EliteBook 840 is among the most widely deployed 14″ business laptops, and the G5 introduced the look the series still carries today. That means long support from HP and easily available spare parts. As a refurbished laptop from the premium business class, the model gives access to a significantly higher-class device than a new budget laptop at a similar price.
What is the difference between the HP EliteBook 840 G5 and the G4?
The G5 is the big design overhaul: slimmer bezels, IPS-only panels instead of the TN option, an aluminium unibody and variants with a newer 8th Gen platform (quad-core Kaby Lake-R chips); dual-core 7th Gen Core i5 versions are also offered. The G4 uses the older look with thicker bezels. For most buyers the G5 is the more modern and longer-lasting step.
What is the difference between the HP EliteBook 840 G5 and the G6?
The G6 is the direct successor on the same look with a Whiskey Lake refresh (an updated 8th Gen platform). Externally the two are nearly identical: the same body, the same keyboard, a similar business feature set, with newer Sure Start Gen5, Sure Run Gen2 and Sure Recover Gen2 on the G6. The G5 is usually the more sensible refurbished price; the G6, a slightly newer platform.
Can the memory and storage be upgraded?
Yes. The HP EliteBook 840 G5 has two SO-DIMM memory slots (up to 32 GB DDR4; 2400 MHz with 8th Gen Core, 2133 MHz with 7th Gen) and an M.2 NVMe SSD, both replaceable. This is one of the model's practical advantages over newer thin laptops that often solder the RAM. The specific starting configuration depends on the unit.
Is the HP EliteBook 840 G5 suitable for equipping office staff?
Yes, that is exactly what it was built for. The EliteBook series supports centralised IT management through the HP Manageability Integration Kit, the Wolf Security platform provides hardware-level security, and the wide deployment makes mass rollout and support easier. As a refurbished business-class laptop from ITR Bulgaria it comes with a warranty, which makes it a reasonable choice for companies equipping their staff.
What configurations does the HP EliteBook 840 G5 come in?
The model comes with Intel Core i5 or i7 8th Gen chips (some with vPro; a 7th Gen i5-7200U SKU also exists), RAM up to 32 GB DDR4 (2400 MHz with 8th Gen Core, 2133 MHz with 7th Gen) and an NVMe SSD up to 1 TB. On select units these may be available: discrete AMD Radeon RX540, an HP Sure View privacy panel (700 nits), an IR camera for Windows Hello, a fingerprint reader, a 4G LTE module or a touchscreen display. It is worth checking the specific unit.