What does this premium notebook offer professional business users?

 What do professionals look for in a premium notebook of business class? A durable case is essential, as well as security features and a reliable processor. The HP EliteBook 1040G3 has all of these features and more.

The machine is elegant thanks to its all-metal diamond cut design, and silver-colored metallic finish. Fingerprints are not an issue. To improve grip, the bottom cover is slightly rubberized. The chassis is assembled perfectly and tested to military standards (MIL STD 810G for temperature and humidity, splash, etc.).

With the HP's Noise Reduction Software and the 720p webcam, collaboration is easy. Bang & Olufsen audio technology delivers high quality sound.

There are many security features available, including BIOSphere, Sure Start, Client Security software, Client Security, hard disk encryption, fingerprint registration and more. The Kensington Lock and fingerprint scanner will keep your notebook safe from thieves. All it takes to protect your display is the touch of a button.

Specifications for the HP EliteBook 1040G3

The HP EliteBook 1040G3 comes with the following starter specifications:

* Intel Core i5 processor (5th Generation)

* 8GB SDRAM Onboard Memory DDR4

* FHD SVA 14-inch diagonal display FHD with LED-backlighting touch (1920x1080).

* 128GB SATA 2 storage / TLC SSD

* Intel HD graphics (520).

* 720p webcam

* Six-cell lithium-ion battery 45-Wh polymer

* Battery life can last up to 10 - 11 hours depending on the activities.

* Dimensions of (WxDxH) 13.27x9.23x0.65-inches (touch version)

* Weight starting at 3.15-lbs

You can choose to upgrade to an i7 Intel Core model if you require more processing power.

The ClickPad is made from glass and has a chemically etched finish. By default, the ClickPad supports gestures and taps like two-finger scrolling and zooming.

There are many connections and ports for external hard drives and devices. There are 1 USB Type C and 2 USB 3.0 charging. 1 HDMI, 1 Headphone/Microphone combo, AC power, docking connector, and 1 USB Type C.

The dual-band wireless AC8260 WLAN module from Intel handles Wi-Fi connections. Both the SIM-card and WWAN module are integrated. In ideal conditions, you can expect 70-80 MB/s.

The chiclet-style black keyboard allows for good input. Typing is somewhat soft and slightly absorbent.

The HP EliteBook 1040 G3 business notebook is well-designed and offers all the necessary features for professionals in today's workplace. This notebook is also a good choice for personal tasks.