HP EliteBook 840 G10 vs MacBook Air M4 13
Verdict: The MacBook Air M4 13 outperforms the HP EliteBook 840 G10 in performance and battery per Notebookcheck and Geekbench data, with 15+ hour endurance versus 8-10 hours. It also leads in design and longevity with fanless operation and extended macOS support. The EliteBook remains viable for Windows-specific enterprise needs but trails in efficiency and modern appeal.
Winner: MacBook Air M4 13
HP EliteBook 840 G10: 6.5/10
MacBook Air M4 13: 8.5/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| HP EliteBook 840 G10 | MacBook Air M4 13 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7-1355U | Apple M4 |
| RAM | 16GB DDR5 | 16GB unified |
| Storage | 512GB SSD | 256GB SSD |
| Display | 14-inch FHD | 13.6-inch Liquid Retina |
HP EliteBook 840 G10
What works
- Strong enterprise security features including TPM 2.0 and HP Wolf Security
- Multiple ports including USB-A, HDMI, and Ethernet via dock support
- Durable MIL-STD-810H build with spill-resistant keyboard
What doesn't
- Older Intel 13th-gen CPU with lower single-core performance than Apple Silicon
- Shorter battery life around 8-10 hours in typical use
MacBook Air M4 13
What works
- Exceptional battery life exceeding 15 hours in mixed workloads
- Fanless design with silent operation and strong thermal efficiency
- Premium build with excellent keyboard and trackpad
What doesn't
- Limited ports with only two Thunderbolt 4 and headphone jack
- macOS may require adaptation for Windows-only enterprise software
Bottom line
Our pick: MacBook Air M4 13.
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