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Silver 15.6 inch HP EliteBook 850 G3 laptop closed lid

HP

HP EliteBook 850 G3 laptop i5-6300U 8GB 240GB SSD Windows 10 Pro 64-bit

SKU CH-9FHN-DGSRP

A 15.6-inch HD business laptop with a dual-core 2.40 GHz Intel Core i5-6300U, 8 GB DDR4 memory and a new 240 GB SATA SSD running Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics 520
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage240 GB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768
  • 6" HD display gives clear visuals at 1366 x 768 resolution
  • Intel Core i5-6300U dual-core processor runs at 2.40 GHz with 3.00 GHz turbo
  • 8GB DDR4 memory handles multitasking and supports up to 32 GB total
  • New 240GB SATA SSD provides fast boot and app loading
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit delivers business-grade security and management features

HP EliteBook 850 G3 business laptop

The HP EliteBook 850 G3 is a 15.6-inch business laptop built around an Intel Core i5-6300U dual-core processor running at 2.40 GHz with a 3.00 GHz turbo frequency. It ships with 8 GB of DDR4 memory across two slots, supporting up to 32 GB total, and a new 240 GB 2.5-inch SATA SSD. Windows 10 Pro 64-bit comes pre-installed for immediate deployment.

Thermals noise and power draw

The integrated Intel HD Graphics 520 keeps thermal output modest during office workloads such as document editing, web browsing and video conferencing. Fan activity remains low in typical use, and the 15.6-inch HD non-touch display at 1366 x 768 resolution draws minimal power, helping the system run quietly through a standard workday.

Upgrade path and fit

This laptop replaces an older 15-inch business machine that struggles with slow mechanical storage or limited memory slots. The jump is worth it when you need a fresh SSD, dual DDR4 slots for future expansion to 32 GB, and a modern Windows 10 Pro environment. Buyers who require a higher-resolution panel, dedicated graphics or a touchscreen should look elsewhere.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Standard Laptops & Notebooks, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $270.99
Cheaper than about 86% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Higher than about 60% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Memory size 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Product lineEliteBook
Model nameEliteBook 850 G3
Product colorSilver
Design styleUltrabook
Product typeMainstream
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
Processor model2.4 GHz
CPU coresDual-core Processor
Turbo clock speed3 GHz
Memory
Memory size8 GB
Total memory slots2
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Storage
SSD storage240 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration240 GB SSD 2.5 in SATA
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1366 × 768
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatHD
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics 520
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
Size & build
Overall dimensions10.1 in × 15.09 in × .76 in
Product weight4–4.9 lb (1.81–2.22 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro

Questions about this item

How do I install more memory in the EliteBook 850 G3, and which step is often missed?

Remove the bottom cover, insert DDR4 modules into the two slots, and press firmly until both side clips click — the click is the step many skip.

What part will need replacement first after heavy daily use?

The 240GB SSD is the only moving-part-free storage; its write endurance determines lifespan, so plan a larger SATA SSD swap when capacity or speed drops.

What thermal limit appears first during sustained loads on the i5-6300U?

The dual-core CPU hits its 3.00 GHz turbo ceiling, then throttles to base 2.40 GHz once the cooling solution saturates.

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