HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 vs HP ProBook x360 435 G8
Both are good choices with different strengths. The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 has more memory and has Thunderbolt or USB4, while the HP ProBook x360 435 G8 has an SD card reader and can be upgraded.
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Key differences
- Memory HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 wins
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 has 32 GB of memory against 16 GB, so it has more room for big projects and heavy multitasking.
- Ports Depends on you
Only the HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 has Thunderbolt or USB4, while only the HP ProBook x360 435 G8 has an SD card reader.
- Upgrades HP ProBook x360 435 G8 wins
The HP ProBook x360 435 G8's memory can be upgraded later; the HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8's is fixed.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 if…
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 32 GB of memory gives it more room.
- You plug things in: it has Thunderbolt or USB4 (for fast docks and drives).
- You're often away from a plug: it has the bigger battery (54 Wh).
Choose the HP ProBook x360 435 G8 if…
- You plug things in: it has an SD card reader (for camera cards).
- You might want more memory later: you can add it yourself.
- You multitask a lot: its AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5850U stays smooth with lots of apps and tabs open.
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 leads on performance and battery and weight; 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
Each laptop has its strengths on performance.
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 has more memory, while the HP ProBook x360 435 G8 can be upgraded.
| Spec | HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 | HP ProBook x360 435 G8 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i7-1185G7 | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5850U |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR4X-4266 | DDR4-3200 |
| Maximum memory | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Upgradeable (slots) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe NVMe x4 M.2 | PCIe NVMe M.2 |
Screen
On the screen, it comes down to what you need.
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 has a slightly bigger screen: 14" against 13.3". The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 has a slightly bigger screen, and the HP ProBook x360 435 G8 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 | HP ProBook x360 435 G8 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 13.3" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | No |
| HDR | — | None |
| Finish | Matte | Glossy |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
Battery and size
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 is ahead on battery and weight.
It has a bigger battery and is a little lighter, and the HP ProBook x360 435 G8 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 | HP ProBook x360 435 G8 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | — | Up to 17 hours |
| Battery capacity | 54 Wh | 45 Wh |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C (Power Delivery) and AC power connector |
| Fast charging | 50% in 30 minutes | 50% in 30 minutes (with 65 W adapter) |
| Weight | 1.32 kg | 1.45 kg |
| Dimensions | 319.3 x 202.6 x 16.6 mm | 308.5 x 222.95 x 17.95 mm |
| Materials | 75% recycled aluminium display cover; 90% recycled magnesium bottom cover | anodized aluminum top cover and keyboard deck |
| Durability | — | MIL-STD-810H |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible | 360-degree convertible (laptop, tablet, stand, tent modes) |
| Colour | Black | — |
Ports and wireless
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 is ahead on ports and wireless.
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 has Thunderbolt or USB4 and has Wi-Fi 6, while the HP ProBook x360 435 G8 has an SD card reader.
| Spec | HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 | HP ProBook x360 435 G8 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 Type-C (40 Gbps, USB Power Delivery charging, DisplayPort 1.4), 2x USB-A 5 Gbps (1 with sleep-and-charge), 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo | 1x USB-C 10Gbps (Power Delivery charging, DisplayPort 1.4), 2x USB-A 5Gbps (1 charging), 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo, 1x microSD, 1x AC power connector |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 (40 Gbps) | None |
| Card reader | None | microSD |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi card | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Mobile data | — | None |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 | HP ProBook x360 435 G8 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | 720p |
| Webcam privacy | electronic privacy shutter (HP Sure Shutter) | HP Privacy Camera |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | — |
| Keyboard | backlit HP Quiet Keyboard, programmable key | HP Premium Keyboard, spill resistant with DuraKeys |
| Login | Fingerprint | — |
| Number pad | No | — |
| Touchpad | glass ClickPad with Microsoft Precision Touchpad support | Clickpad with multi-touch gesture support |
| Speakers | 4 speakers, 4 discrete amplifiers, HP Audio Boost, Bang & Olufsen | 2 integrated stereo speakers, 2 W/4 ohm each |
| Microphones | 4-microphone array (2 world-facing) | dual array |
| Pen | Supported (sold separately) | Supported (sold separately) |
| Security | TPM 2.0, HP Sure Start Gen6, HP Tamper Lock, Nano lock slot, fingerprint reader | TPM 2.0, Nano Security Lock Slot, HP Sure Start Gen6, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense |
Software and model
Both run Windows.
So the same apps work on both, and they get the same kind of updates.
| Spec | HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 | HP ProBook x360 435 G8 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
| Model number | x360 1040 G8 i7 | — |
| Released | 2021 | 2021 |