HP EliteBook 840 G11 vs LG gram 14 (2024)
The Verdict
Both ultraportables excel in business/productivity roles, but with different strengths. HP EliteBook 840 G11 delivers superior build quality with anodized aluminum chassis, faster Intel Core Ultra 7 165U processor, and excellent 400-nit display brightness ideal for outdoor work. LG gram 14 (2024) counters with exceptional portability at just 0.99kg, significantly longer 22-hour battery life, higher 2560x1600 resolution display, and a more powerful Core Ultra 7 155H with up to 32GB RAM option. Display brightness favors HP at 400 nits versus LG's 350 nits. LG gram edges ahead on everyday usability with headphone jack, microSD slot, and substantially lighter weight. For professionals prioritizing durability and brightness, the EliteBook wins. For those valuing portability and battery endurance, LG gram is the superior choice.
Who Should Buy
Buy the HP EliteBook 840 G11 if…
- →MIL-STD-810H certified for enterprise ruggedness
- →Windows 11 Pro included for corporate deployments
- →HP Wolf Security suite built in
Buy the LG gram 14 (2024) if…
- →Incredibly lightweight at just 0.99 kg — one of the lightest 14-inch laptops
- →Outstanding 72 Wh battery provides all-day endurance
- →MIL-STD 810H durability testing for ruggedness
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
HP EliteBook 840 G11
Pros
- MIL-STD-810H certified for enterprise ruggedness
- Windows 11 Pro included for corporate deployments
- HP Wolf Security suite built in
- Comfortable keyboard with good key travel
- Good all-day battery life
Cons
- WUXGA display lacks the sharpness of higher-res panels
- 400-nit brightness is adequate but not outstanding
- Slim power envelope throttles CPU-intensive tasks
- Pricey relative to consumer ultrabooks with similar specs
- No discrete GPU available
LG gram 14 (2024)
Pros
- Incredibly lightweight at just 0.99 kg — one of the lightest 14-inch laptops
- Outstanding 72 Wh battery provides all-day endurance
- MIL-STD 810H durability testing for ruggedness
- Intel Core Ultra with NPU for on-device AI tasks
- Good port selection for such a thin and light machine
Cons
- 60Hz display refresh rate feels sluggish
- 350-nit brightness is dim for outdoor use
- Build can feel slightly flexible due to lightweight materials
- Integrated Intel Arc graphics limit gaming capability
- Starting at $1299 is expensive for the specs
Full Specifications
| Spec | HP EliteBook 840 G11 | LG gram 14 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.38 kg | 0.99 kg |
| Material | Anodized aluminum | Magnesium alloy |
| Dimensions | 321.1 x 215.3 x 17.9 mm | 312 x 213.9 x 16.4 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 1 |
| SD card | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 2 | 2 |
| Microsd | — | |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 14 hours mixed use | Up to 22 hours |
| Capacity | 51 Wh | 72 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.0 inches | 14 inches |
| Type | WUXGA IPS anti-glare | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1600 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 400 | 350 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB NVMe | 512 GB / 1 TB NVMe PCIe Gen 4 |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5x | 16 GB / 32 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 12-core (2P+8E+2LPE) | 16-core (6P + 8E + 2 LP-E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core Ultra 7 165U | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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