The HP EliteBook 845 G10 (HP Elitebook) is marketed as a business-focused laptop, promising power and security in a sleek package. I’ve spent the last few weeks putting this machine through its paces, from demanding productivity tasks to casual media consumption, to see if it lives up to the hype. This review covers the specific model with the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor, 32GB DDR5 RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD.

The EliteBook 845 G10 boasts a number of features designed for the modern professional. The 14-inch WUXGA IPS display provides sharp visuals, perfect for extended periods of work. The responsive keyboard, complete with English/Arabic language support, was a pleasure to use. The mute button, highlighted in the marketing, is indeed conveniently placed and easy to access – a much appreciated feature for quick privacy.

Connectivity is handled well, with multiple USB ports and an SD card slot. The inclusion of 5G wireless is a welcome addition for those needing reliable and fast connectivity on the go. While the advertised “Lightning Port” is listed in the specifications, I found it to be a standard 3.5mm headphone jack.

With the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD, the performance of this laptop is exceptional. Multitasking was smooth, even with several demanding applications running concurrently. Boot times were incredibly fast, and application loading was nearly instantaneous. The integrated graphics handled everyday tasks, such as video conferencing and light photo editing, without any noticeable lag.

Battery life, however, fell a little short of the advertised 8 hours. In my testing, I consistently achieved around 6-7 hours of moderate use, which is still respectable for a laptop of this power.

Pros

• Powerful AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor
• Ample RAM (32GB DDR5)
• Fast NVMe SSD storage
• Excellent display quality
• Comfortable keyboard
• Convenient mute button
• Good connectivity options

Cons

• Battery life slightly less than advertised
• Only 2 USB ports
• The listed “Lightning Port” is a standard headphone jack

Overall, the HP EliteBook 845 G10 (HP Elitebook) is a solid business laptop. The combination of powerful hardware, a fantastic display, and user-friendly features makes it an excellent choice for professionals. While the battery life and the limited number of USB ports could be improved, the performance gains outweigh these minor shortcomings. I would recommend this laptop to anyone seeking a powerful and reliable machine for their daily work needs.