What you need to know
- HP announced the EliteBook x360 1040 G9 at CES 2022.
- The convertible laptop features a 16:10 display and runs on a 12th Gen Intel processor.
- HP also unveiled the EliteBook x360 830 G9 laptop today.
- Availability for the devices is expected in March 2022, but pricing information has not been shared.
HP unveiled the latest version of its signature clamshell business laptop, the EliteBook x360 1040 G9, at CES 2022. The latest version of the EliteBook convertible runs on 12th Gen Intel processors, has an option for 5G, and supports up to 64GB of RAM. HP also announced the EliteBook x360 830 G9 today. Both laptops are expected to start shipping in March 2022, but pricing details aren't available at this time.
The HP EliteBook x360 1040 G8 is one of the best business laptops available. The EliteBook x360 1040 G9 builds off that design, bumps up the internals to the latest generation, and vertically expands to a 16:10 aspect ratio for its display. All signs point to the latest EliteBook convertible earning a spot among the best laptops for business users in 2022.
The EliteBook x360 830 G9 received a similar refresh, including a taller 16:10 display and the latest processors from Intel.
HP EliteBook x360 1040 G9
| Category | HP EliteBook x360 1040 G9 |
|---|---|
| Display | 14" diagonal 16:10 WUXGA (1920x1200) IPS, 250 nits, touch14" diagonal 16:10 WUXGA (1920x1200) IPS Low power, 400 nits with HP Eye Ease, touch14" diagonal 16:10 WUXGA (1920x1200) IPS, 1000 nits with HP Sure View Reflect, and HP Eye Ease, touch |
| Processor | 12th Gen Intel with vPro and Evo |
| Graphics | Intel |
| Memory | Up to 16GB 2x DDR5 |
| Storage | Up to 2TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSD |
| Front Camera | 5MP camera with separated 940nm IR camera |
| Security | Windows Hello IR |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6EBluetooth 5.2Optional: 4G LTE, 5G, NFC, Tile |
| Ports | 2x USB-A 3.1 (1x charging port, 1/side)2x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4)1s HDMI 2.0Nano SIM slotCombo Headphone /Mic |
| Audio | 4 Stereo Speakers with Discrete amplification, 73 dB / 400Hz2 Mics, Bang & Olufsen, HP Sound Calibration |
| Battery | 38Whr or 51Whr with Fast Charge |
| Dimensions | 12.40 x 8.86 x .71 in/.76 in (315 x 225 x 17.95/19.2 mm) |
| Weight | Starting at 2.95 lbs. (1.34 kg) |
HP EliteBook x360 830 G9
| Category | HP EliteBook x360 830 G9 |
|---|---|
| Display | 13.3" diagonal 16:10 1920x1200 IPS, 250 nits13.3" diagonal 16:10 1920x1200 IPS Low power, 400 nits with HP Eye Ease (optional Anti-glare)13.3" diagonal 16:10 1920x1200 IPS with HP Sure View Reflect, and HP Eye Ease |
| Processor | Intel 12th Gen with Intel Evo |
| Graphics | Intel |
| Memory | Up to 16GB DDR5 |
| Storage | PCIe 4.0 up to 2TB SSD |
| Front Camera | Up to 5MP with auto-tracking |
| Security | Windows Hello IR, fingerprint reader |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6EBluetooth5.2Optional: 4G LTE, 5G, NFC, Tile |
| Ports | 2x USB-A 3.1 G1 (1x charging port, 1/side)2x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4)HDMI 2.0Nano SIM slotCombo Headphone /Mic |
| Audio | Stereo Speakers with Discrete amplification |
| Battery | 38Whr or 51Whr with Fast Charge |
| Dimensions | 11.81 x 8.5 x 0.76 in (300 x 215 x 19.2 mm) |
| Weight | Starting at 2.9lbs (1.32 kg) |
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If you like the look of the EliteBook x360 1040 G9 but prefer a traditional clamshell laptop, HP also announced the EliteBook 1040 G9 today. The two laptops have almost identical spec sheets apart from the fact that the x360 version is a convertible.
HP also announced several clamshell laptops from its EliteBook 800 G9 series and 600 G9 series at CES 2022.
