Refurbished HP EliteBook 740 G1, Core i5 4th Gen, 8GB RAM, 500GB HDD

Refurbished & Fully Tested | 6-Month Mega Store Warranty

The HP EliteBook 740 G1 brings genuine premium EliteBook construction and Intel Core i5 performance to an accessible refurbished price point, paired with substantial 500GB storage capacity — a dependable, professionally-built laptop for buyers who value HP's premium business-grade construction standards.

Genuine Premium Construction at an Accessible Price

This is worth highlighting directly: even at this accessible refurbished price, the EliteBook 740 G1 carries HP's premium business-grade construction standards — genuinely more refined build quality and tighter manufacturing tolerances than HP's more consumer-focused laptop lines from the same era.

Full Technical Specifications

Genuine Storage Capacity for Everyday Business Use

At 500GB, this configuration offers substantial local storage capacity — ample room for documents, files, and archived work without needing to manage space carefully, a sensible trade-off for buyers who prioritise storage volume over maximum boot speed.

Who This Laptop Is Genuinely Right For

Budget-conscious buyers who still want genuine EliteBook premium construction.

Professionals who need substantial local storage capacity for business files and documents.

Anyone upgrading from an older or lower-tier laptop, who will appreciate the genuine build quality improvement.

Small businesses equipping staff with dependable, premium-tier hardware at accessible pricing.

HP EliteBook 740 G1 vs HP EliteBook 745 G6 (AMD Ryzen)

The 745 G6 offers a genuinely newer AMD Ryzen platform with dedicated 2GB graphics, at a moderate price increase over this Intel-based 740 G1. Choose this configuration for accessible, dependable Core i5 performance; choose the 745 G6 for newer processor technology and dedicated graphics capability.

Pros and Cons

Pros:

• Genuine premium HP EliteBook construction
• Substantial 500GB storage capacity
• Comfortable 8GB RAM for everyday multitasking
• Accessible pricing for genuine EliteBook-tier hardware
• Backed by six months of genuine store warranty

Cons:

• Traditional HDD rather than SSD — slower boot and load times
• Older 4th generation processor
• Non-touch display

Why Buy From Mega Store Kenya

Six months of genuine store warranty, clearly stated. Fully tested before listing — keyboard, display, battery, and storage all verified functional. Honest refurbished labelling. Real, accountable business — browse our laptops category or message us on WhatsApp.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is EliteBook construction genuinely better than ProBook? Yes — EliteBook represents HP's premium business tier, with generally more refined construction and tighter manufacturing standards than the more accessible ProBook range.

Is 500GB HDD storage genuinely useful? Yes — it provides substantial local storage capacity for documents and files, though boot and load times are slower than an equivalent SSD.

Is 8GB RAM sufficient for everyday business use? Yes, comfortably, for the large majority of everyday computing tasks.

Can this laptop be upgraded with an SSD later? Often possible on EliteBook models — confirm compatibility and cost with our team before purchase if this matters to you.

Can I pay via M-Pesa? Yes, M-Pesa and card payments are both accepted.

Order Your Refurbished HP EliteBook 740 G1 Today

Fully tested and backed by six months of genuine warranty, this brings genuine premium EliteBook construction to an accessible price point. Message us on WhatsApp or browse our laptops category to secure yours.

Nairobi: same-day delivery for orders confirmed before 3:00pm on a working day. Rest of Kenya: courier to your door or nearest agent, typically 1–3 business days. You can also collect for free from our shop at New Alnoor Exhibition, Shop 7, Second Floor, Taveta Road, Nairobi CBD.

Faulty or not as described? Tell us within 7 days for a replacement or full refund. Changed your mind? Sealed, unused items can come back within 14 days. See our returns & warranty policy.