Choose Thinkpad T470 if you need:
- Brand at Lenovo (vs HP)
- Product Family at ThinkPad (vs EliteBook)
- Model at Thinkpad T470 (vs Elitebook 1040)
- Laptop Category at Mainstream (vs Premium / Ultraportable)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Thinkpad T470 vs Elitebook 1040
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Thinkpad T470 and Elitebook 1040 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Thinkpad T470 | Elitebook 1040 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | HP |
| Product Family | ThinkPad | EliteBook |
| Model | Thinkpad T470 | Elitebook 1040 |
| Launch Year | 2017 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Mainstream | Premium / Ultraportable |
| Operating System | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i7 | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i7 7500U 2.7GHz | Intel Core i7 7500U 2.7GHz |
| Processor Generation | 7th Gen | 7th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 2 cores | 2 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 4 threads | 4 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 2.7 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 4 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 15 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | Not Intel vPro eligible | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| GPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 620 | Intel HD Graphics 620 |
| GPU Architecture | Intel Gen9.5 | — |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| Maximum External Displays | 3 displays | — |
| Maximum External Resolution | 4096 x 2304 | — |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | — |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | — |
| Memory Speed | 2400 MT/s | — |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | — |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | — |
| Memory Channels | Dual | — |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 x4 | — |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | — |
| Card Reader Formats | MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC | — |
| Card Reader Standard | SD 3.0 / UHS-I | — |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 14 inch | 14 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | — |
| Display Brightness | 250 nits | — |
| Contrast Ratio | 700:1 | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | — |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | 170 degree | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p | — |
| Camera Features | Fixed focus | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers | — |
| Speaker Power | 2 x 2 W | — |
| Audio Technology | HD Audio | — |
| Microphone Configuration | Dual-array microphone | — |
| Audio Jack | Yes | — |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Spill-resistant | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | 0 zones | — |
| Spill-Resistant Keyboard | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | Buttonless multi-touch clickpad | — |
| Touchpad Material | Mylar surface | — |
| Pointing Stick | Yes | — |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | — |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | — |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz | — |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | — |
| Wi-Fi Module | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 / 8260 | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.1 | — |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 GbE | — |
| WWAN | Optional | — |
| SIM Slot | Micro-SIM | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | — |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 5Gbps | — |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | — |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 10Gbps, Thunderbolt 3, USB PD, DisplayPort 1.2a | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 1 ports | — |
| Thunderbolt Version | Thunderbolt 3 | — |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | — |
| HDMI Version | 1.4b | — |
| DisplayPort Output | via USB-C | — |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | — |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | — |
| SD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | — |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | Optional | — |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | — |
| Dedicated Docking Connector | Yes | — |
| Internal PCIe Slots | M.2 storage, WLAN and optional WWAN slots | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Chemistry | Li-Ion | — |
| Removable Battery | Yes | — |
| Power Connector | USB-C or Lenovo slim-tip | — |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| USB Power Delivery Version | USB Power Delivery (revision not stated) | — |
| Maximum USB-C Charging Power | 65 W | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 336.6 mm | — |
| Depth | 232.5 mm | — |
| Thickness | 19.95 mm | — |
| Weight | 1.58 kg | 1.36 kg |
| Lid Material | Magnesium hybrid or PPS | — |
| Base Material | Glass-fiber reinforced polymer | — |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 180 degree | — |
| MIL-STD Testing | MIL-STD-810G | — |
| IP Rating | No rated ingress protection | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | dTPM 1.2 / 2.0 | — |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | — |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | — |
| Secure Boot | Yes | — |
| Enterprise Manageability | No Intel vPro platform eligibility | — |
| Smart Card Support | Optional | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | ENERGY STAR 6.1 | — |
| EPEAT | Gold | — |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | — |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 35 °C | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose Elitebook 1040 if you need:
- Brand at HP (vs Lenovo)
- Product Family at EliteBook (vs ThinkPad)
- Model at Elitebook 1040 (vs Thinkpad T470)
- Laptop Category at Premium / Ultraportable (vs Mainstream)
What is the difference between Thinkpad T470 and Elitebook 1040?
Thinkpad T470 and Elitebook 1040 share specifications such as Processor Model (Intel Core i7 7500U 2.7GHz), GPU Model (Intel HD Graphics 620), Installed Memory (8 GB), Storage Capacity (256 GB).
The main differences: Brand (Thinkpad T470: Lenovo, Elitebook 1040: HP); Product Family (Thinkpad T470: ThinkPad, Elitebook 1040: EliteBook); Model (Thinkpad T470: Thinkpad T470, Elitebook 1040: Elitebook 1040); Laptop Category (Thinkpad T470: Mainstream, Elitebook 1040: Premium / Ultraportable).
Thinkpad T470 may suit users who need its differing values, while Elitebook 1040 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.