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HP EliteBook 1040 G11

Expert rating7.5 / 10

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CPU:
Core Ultra 7 165U
RAM:
16GB LPDDR5X
Storage:
512GB NVMe SSD
Display:
14" 1920x1200 IPS 60Hz

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Manufacturer: HP Last updated: 2026-10-10

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HP EliteBook 1040 G11 Review

HP EliteBook 1040 G11 with Core Ultra 7 165U, 16GB soldered LPDDR5X and a 1920x1200 IPS display in a 14-inch business chassis.

HP's premium compact business laptop with WiFi 7 and Meteor Lake U silicon, memory soldered for thinness.

Overview

The EliteBook 1040 G11 targets executives and road warriors with soldered LPDDR5X, one M.2 slot and HP's Wolf Security stack.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating7.5 / 10

The EliteBook 1040 G11 is a business ultrabook with a Core Ultra 7 165U, 16GB of LPDDR5X, Thunderbolt 4 and WiFi 7. It weighs 1.34 kg and has a 53 Wh battery, which makes it a good fit for executives and frequent travelers who want Windows 11 Pro.

Memory is soldered and the single SSD slot is occupied, so decide on capacity at purchase.

Best for

  • Executive/road warrior use

Not for

  • RAM upgraders

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity and variant

BrandHP
SeriesEliteBook 1040
Series IDhp-elitebook-1040-g11
SKU NameEliteBook 1040 G11 (Ultra 7 165U, 16GB, 512GB)
Region SoldGlobal

Class and platform

Laptop ClassBusiness
Release Year2024
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
Weight1.34 kg

Processor

CPU BrandIntel
CPU ModelCore Ultra 7 165U
CPU Cores12

Sustained power

Sustained Power SourceNot Measured

Graphics

GPU BrandIntel
GPU ModelIntel Graphics (integrated)
VRAM0 GB
Graphics SwitchingIntegrated Only

Memory

RAM Capacity16 GB
RAM TypeLPDDR5X
Memory Form FactorSoldered
Memory SolderedYes
Max RAM Supported32 GB

Upgradability

RAM Slots0
RAM Slots Free0
Storage Slots1
Storage Slots Free0
Storage Form FactorM.2 2280
SATA Bay PresentNo

Storage as shipped

Storage Capacity512 GB
Storage TypeNVMe SSD

Display

Display Size14 inches
Resolution Width1920 px
Resolution Height1200 px
Refresh Rate60 Hz
Panel TypeIPS
Brightness ConditionVendor Unstated
TouchscreenNo

Battery and ports

Battery Capacity53 Wh
Thunderbolt SupportThunderbolt 4
WiFi StandardWiFi 7

FAQs

Can you upgrade the RAM in the HP EliteBook 1040 G11?

No. The memory (16 GB of LPDDR5X) is soldered to the motherboard and there are no memory slots, so it cannot be upgraded after purchase. Choose the capacity you need when you buy.

Can you upgrade the SSD in the HP EliteBook 1040 G11?

Yes. It has 1 M.2 2280 slot. As shipped the slot is in use, so upgrading means replacing the existing drive. It ships with 512 GB NVMe SSD.

What display does the HP EliteBook 1040 G11 have?

The HP EliteBook 1040 G11 has a 14-inch, 1920x1200, IPS, 60 Hz non-touch display.

Does the HP EliteBook 1040 G11 have Thunderbolt?

Yes. It supports Thunderbolt 4.

How big is the battery in the HP EliteBook 1040 G11?

The HP EliteBook 1040 G11 has a 53 Wh battery.

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