HP EliteBook 840 G6 vs HP 14 (N150)
The HP EliteBook 840 G6 is the better laptop on paper: it has more memory, has more storage and has a faster SSD. Pick the HP 14 only if it matters to you that it is sold new.
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Key differences
- Memory HP EliteBook 840 G6 wins
The HP EliteBook 840 G6 has 16 GB of memory against 4 GB. That's the difference between coping and staying quick with lots of tabs and apps open.
- Storage HP EliteBook 840 G6 wins
The HP EliteBook 840 G6 has twice the storage: 256 GB against 128 GB.
- Storage type HP EliteBook 840 G6 wins
The HP EliteBook 840 G6 uses a proper SSD, while the HP 14 has slower eMMC-style flash storage, so apps open and update more slowly.
- Ports HP EliteBook 840 G6 wins
Only the HP EliteBook 840 G6 has Thunderbolt or USB4 and Ethernet.
- Condition Depends on you
The HP EliteBook 840 G6 is sold renewed (used and refurbished); the HP 14 is sold new.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP EliteBook 840 G6 if…
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 16 GB of memory gives it more room than 4 GB.
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 256 GB of storage.
- You want apps and updates to feel quick: it has a proper SSD.
- You plug things in: it has Thunderbolt or USB4 (for fast docks and drives) and Ethernet (for wired internet).
Choose the HP 14 if…
- You want a brand-new laptop with a fresh battery: it is sold new.
- You want a more recent design: it came out in 2025.
- You mostly browse, stream and write: its Intel N150 copes well with everyday tasks.
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe HP EliteBook 840 G6 leads on performance and ports and wireless; elsewhere the two are closely matched. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
The HP EliteBook 840 G6 is ahead on performance.
It has more memory, has more storage and has a faster SSD, and the HP 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP EliteBook 840 G6 | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8365U | Intel N150 |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory type | DDR4-2400 | DDR4-3200 |
| Maximum memory | 32 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Upgradeable (slots) | Upgradeable (slots) |
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | UFS |
| Storage interface | PCIe NVMe M.2 2280 | UFS |
| Storage slots | 1 | — |
Screen
Both screens are closely matched.
Size, sharpness and smoothness are near enough the same, so neither has a real edge to look at.
| Spec | HP EliteBook 840 G6 | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 14" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | HD (1366 x 768) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | IPS | Basic screen: colours fade at an angle |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — |
| Brightness | 250 nits | 250 nits |
| Colour range | 45% NTSC | 45% NTSC |
| HDR | — | None |
| Finish | Matte | Matte |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
Battery and size
The HP EliteBook 840 G6 is ahead on battery and weight.
It has a bigger battery, and the HP 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP EliteBook 840 G6 | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | — | Up to 11 hours |
| Battery capacity | 50 Wh | 41 Wh |
| Charger | 45 W | 45 W |
| Charges via | barrel | — |
| Fast charging | HP Fast Charge | 50% in 45 minutes |
| Weight | 1.48 kg | 1.46 kg |
| Dimensions | 326 x 234.3 x 17.9 mm | 324 x 225 x 17.9 mm |
| Colour | Silver | Jet black |
| Colours available | Silver | Jet black |
Ports and wireless
The HP EliteBook 840 G6 is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has Thunderbolt or USB4 and Ethernet, and the HP 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP EliteBook 840 G6 | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB-A 3.1 Gen 1 (one charging), 1x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 with DisplayPort, 1x Thunderbolt 3, 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x RJ-45, 1x 3.5 mm audio, 1x docking connector | 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (DisplayPort Alt Mode), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x 3.5 mm audio |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt 3 | None |
| External displays (max) | 3 | — |
| Card reader | None | — |
| Ethernet | 1 GbE RJ-45 | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wi-Fi card | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200 | Realtek Wi-Fi 6 adapter (model not published) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Mobile data | None | None |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | HP EliteBook 840 G6 | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p + IR | 720p HP TrueVision HD |
| Webcam privacy | physical shutter | — |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | — |
| Keyboard | backlit, spill-resistant HP Collaboration Keyboard with Dura Keys | full-size keyboard |
| Login | Face | — |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | Microsoft Precision clickpad | HP Imagepad |
| Speakers | 2 stereo speakers, Bang & Olufsen | HP dual speakers |
| Microphones | 3-microphone array | dual microphones |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | TPM 2.0, security lock slot, HP Sure Start Gen5 | firmware TPM, BIOS password, power-on password |
Software and model
The HP 14 is ahead on software and updates.
The HP EliteBook 840 G6 is sold renewed (used and refurbished); the HP 14 is sold new. It is sold new and is newer, and the HP EliteBook 840 G6 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP EliteBook 840 G6 | HP 14 (N150) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home in S mode |
| Model number | 7YC35UP | BM2T5EA |
| Released | 2019 | 2025 |