HP EliteBook 845 vs 840: Which Used EliteBook Should You Buy in Bangladesh? (2026)

The HP EliteBook 845 and 840 are the two most popular used business laptops at Digital Computer Shop — the 845 is our single best-selling model and the 840 is close behind. They share the same 14-inch aluminium chassis, keyboard and build quality within each generation. The real difference is inside: the 845 runs AMD Ryzen PRO, the 840 runs Intel Core. This guide explains what that means in daily use, generation by generation, so you can pick the right one for your budget.

Every price below is live from our stock and every unit is tested and covered by our service warranty.

The short answer

• Choose the 845 if you want more processor cores for the money — about 30–40% more multi-core performance at the same price.
• Choose the 840 if your office software or IT policy expects Intel (vPro, some legacy drivers), you need Thunderbolt 4 on the G8, or you want slightly stronger built-in graphics on the G8 (Intel Iris Xe).
• For most buyers — office work, study, browsing, light editing — the 845 gives more performance per taka, which is why it is our top seller.

Generation by generation

At every generation the 845 has more CPU cores than the 840 at a similar price. The 840’s Intel chips are slightly faster on single tasks, which you will rarely notice in office work.

Performance: Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U vs Core i5-1135G7 (G8)

The G8 is the generation most buyers choose, so here is how its two most common processors compare. Figures are Notebookcheck database averages (September 2026).

What it means: the 845 is roughly 30–40% faster when many things run at once — exporting a video, compiling code, a big Excel model, dozens of browser tabs. For single tasks such as opening files, browsing and Word, the two feel the same. The Ryzen 7 PRO 5850U (eight cores) extends the lead further, to about 70% over an 840 G8 with Core i7-1165G7.

Graphics: Radeon vs Intel Iris Xe

This is where the answer depends on the generation.

• G7: the 845’s Radeon graphics are clearly ahead of the 840 G7’s Intel UHD graphics.
• G8: the 840’s Intel Iris Xe is slightly faster than the 845’s Radeon Vega — about 20% in 3DMark with the Core i5, and about 50% with the Core i7.
• G9: the 845 G9 with Ryzen 7 PRO 6850U has Radeon 680M, the strongest graphics in either range — about 50% ahead of Iris Xe. The Ryzen 5 PRO 6650U’s Radeon 660M is roughly equal to Iris Xe.

Important for the 840: Intel Iris Xe only works with two memory modules (dual channel). A used 840 with a single RAM stick runs as basic “Intel UHD Graphics” and is noticeably slower in graphics. Every 840 we sell for design or editing work is set up with two modules — ask us to confirm on any unit.

Ports and connectivity (G8)

Thunderbolt matters only if you use a Thunderbolt dock or fast external storage. For a normal USB-C charger, monitor or USB-C hub, the 845’s ports do the same job. From the G9 onward, the 845 also gets 40 Gbps USB4.

HP EliteBook 845 — AMD Ryzen PRO

More processor cores make the 845 the stronger all-rounder for multitasking. It handles many browser tabs, Office, Zoom and light photo editing at the same time without slowing down.

HP EliteBook 840 — Intel Core

The 840 is the classic office EliteBook. Pick it if your workplace standardises on Intel, or if you want Thunderbolt on the G8 for a single-cable dock.

Battery, screen and build

Within the same generation both models use the same 14-inch Full HD anti-glare screen, backlit spill-resistant keyboard, fingerprint reader and aluminium body, so comfort and durability are equal. Battery life on a used unit depends mostly on the battery’s health, not on AMD vs Intel — we test every battery and tell you its condition before you buy.

Which one for students, office, freelancing and programming?

Students: an EliteBook 845 G7 or G8 with Ryzen 5 PRO is the best value. It runs Office, Zoom, Google Classroom and many browser tabs smoothly, and the six cores keep it responsive for years.

Office and business: both work well. Choose the 840 if your company’s IT team manages Intel vPro devices or uses software certified only for Intel; otherwise the 845 gives you more for the same money.

Photo editing, light video and programming: go for an eight-core Ryzen 7 PRO 845 (G7 or G8) with 16GB RAM, or an 845 G9 with Ryzen 7 PRO, whose Radeon 680M graphics are the strongest in either range.

Freelancing (Fiverr, Upwork, design): an 845 G8 Ryzen 7 PRO or 845 G9 handles Photoshop, Illustrator and client calls together; add 16GB RAM. If your work is mostly graphics-heavy design, an 845 G9 Ryzen 7 PRO (Radeon 680M) or an 840 G8 with two RAM modules (Iris Xe) is the better choice than an 845 G8.

Programming: choose the 845 for its extra cores — builds, Docker containers and virtual machines finish faster — and 16–32GB RAM, which both models support in two slots up to 64GB.

Gaming: neither is a gaming laptop, but an 845 G9 with Ryzen 7 PRO (Radeon 680M) runs older and lighter games at modest settings better than any 840. On the G8, the 840’s Iris Xe is slightly ahead of the 845’s Radeon Vega.

What to check before buying a used EliteBook

• Battery health: ask for the battery report. Above 80% health gives a full working day on the G8 and newer.
• Screen: look for dead pixels, bright spots and even backlight on a white page. Many units offer an optional Sure View privacy screen — check the model if you want one.
• Keyboard and touchpad: test every key and both touchpad buttons; EliteBook keyboards are durable, so wear usually means heavy past use.
• Ports and charging: test USB-C charging, both USB-A ports and HDMI. On the 840 G8, confirm Thunderbolt works with a dock if you need it.
• BIOS lock: corporate units can carry a BIOS password. Every EliteBook we sell is checked and unlocked.
• Warranty: buy only with a written warranty and a shop you can walk back into — our Dhaka and Brahmanbaria branches service every laptop we sell.

For the full checklist, read our 10 things to check before buying a used laptop.

Our recommendation

• Lowest price: EliteBook 845 G7 with Ryzen 5 PRO at ৳35,000 — more cores than any 840 near this price. For basic office work only, the 840 G6 Core i5 costs ৳28,500.
• Best value: EliteBook 845 G8 with Ryzen 5 PRO at ৳37,500 — the sweet spot and our best seller.
• Newest chips and DDR5: EliteBook 845 G9 at ৳42,500 or 845 G10 at ৳46,500. If you need Intel, the 840 G8 Core i7 costs ৳43,000.

For every generation and configuration with live prices, see our HP EliteBook 845 price guide and HP EliteBook 840 price guide.

Frequently asked questions

Is the HP EliteBook 845 better than the 840?

For most buyers, yes. At a similar price the 845’s AMD Ryzen PRO chip has more cores and roughly 30–40% more multi-core performance than the 840’s Intel Core chip. The 840 is the better pick if you need Intel, Thunderbolt, or slightly stronger graphics on the G8.

Do the 845 and 840 have the same build quality?

Yes. Within each generation they share the same aluminium chassis, keyboard, screen options and business-grade durability.

Which EliteBook sells the most at Digital Computer Shop?

The HP EliteBook 845, especially the G8 with Ryzen 5 PRO, is our best-selling used laptop, followed by the Dell Latitude 7-series and the EliteBook 840.

Which has better graphics, the 845 or the 840?

It depends on the generation. On the G8, the 840’s Intel Iris Xe is slightly faster than the 845’s Radeon Vega. On the G9, an 845 with Ryzen 7 PRO (Radeon 680M) is clearly the strongest. On the G7, the 845 is ahead.

Does the EliteBook 845 have Thunderbolt?

The 845 G8 has two 10 Gbps USB-C ports that charge and drive displays, but not Thunderbolt. From the G9, the 845 has 40 Gbps USB4. The 840 G8 and newer have Thunderbolt 4.

Do used EliteBooks come with a warranty?

Yes. Every EliteBook we sell is tested and covered by a Digital Computer Shop service warranty, with support at our Dhaka and Brahmanbaria branches.

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