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HP 17-BY105 17.3-inch i5 Laptop 8GB 1TB SSD Win10

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Power and Performance in a Portable Package The HP 2020 Laptop Computer offers a balance of power and portability. Featuring an 8th Gen Intel Quad-Core processor, ample RAM, and a large SSD, this laptop is ideal for both work and entertainment. Specifications: Processor: 8th Generation Intel Co...

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Overview

Power and Performance in a Portable Package

The HP 2020 Laptop Computer offers a balance of power and portability. Featuring an 8th Gen Intel Quad-Core processor, ample RAM, and a large SSD, this laptop is ideal for both work and entertainment.

Specifications:

  • Processor: 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8265U Quad-Core (Up to 3.9GHz)
  • RAM: 8GB DDR4
  • Storage: 1TB PCIe SSD
  • Display: 17.3" diagonal HD+ SVA BrightView WLED-backlit (1600 x 900)
  • Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Home (64 bit)
  • Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620
  • Wireless: Realtek RTL8723DE 802.11b/g/n (1x1)
  • Bluetooth: 4.2
  • Ports: * 1x USB 2.0
* 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A * 1x HDMI * 1x RJ-45 * 1x Headphone/Microphone Combo
  • Keyboard: Full-size island-style with numeric keypad
  • Battery: 3-cell 41 WHr lithium-ion prismatic battery
  • Dimensions: 16.33 x 10.72 x 0.96 in
  • Weight: 5.44 lb
  • Color: Jet Black

Key Features

CPU: Intel Processor N100 (up to 3.4 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology, 6 MB L3 cache, 4 cores, 4 threads).

Display: 15.6" (1920x1080) 250nits Non-Touch Anti-glare, 45% NTSC Display; Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics.

RAM: 4GB DDR4 SDRAM Memory; Hard Drive: 512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD.

Wireless: WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card; 1 USB Type-C 5Gbps signaling rate (supports data transfer only and does not support charging or external monitors); 2 USB Type-A 5Gbps signaling rate; 1 AC smart pin; 1 HDMI 1.4b; 1 headphone/microphone combo.

Operating system: Windows 11 Professional English 64bit. Full-size, soft grey keyboard with numeric keypad.

Specifications

Processor
Intel Processor N100
Max Boost Clock
3.4 GHz
L3 Cache
6 MB
Processor Cores
4
Processor Threads
4
Display Size
15.6"
Display Resolution
1920x1080
Display Brightness
250nits
Display Type
Non-Touch Anti-glare, 45% NTSC
Graphics
Intel UHD Graphics
RAM
4GB DDR4 SDRAM
Storage
512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD
Wireless
WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.3
Operating System
Windows 11 Professional English 64bit
Ports
1 USB Type-C 5Gbps, 2 USB Type-A 5Gbps, 1 AC smart pin, 1 HDMI 1.4b, 1 headphone/microphone combo

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features an Intel Processor N100 (up to 3.4 GHz), offering efficient performance for everyday computing tasks.
  • Equipped with a 15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) anti-glare display, providing clear visuals and reducing reflections for comfortable viewing.
  • Includes a 512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD, ensuring fast boot times and responsive application loading for a smoother user experience.
  • Comes with Windows 11 Professional English 64bit, offering advanced features and enhanced security for productivity.
  • Offers a selection of ports including 1 USB Type-C, 2 USB Type-A, 1 HDMI 1.4b, and a headphone/microphone combo, providing essential connectivity.

👎 Cons

  • The Intel Processor N100, while efficient, is an entry-level CPU and may struggle with demanding applications or heavy multitasking.
  • The 4GB DDR4 SDRAM memory is quite limited for modern operating systems and extensive multitasking, potentially leading to performance bottlenecks.
  • The 15.6" display features 250 nits brightness and 45% NTSC, which are modest specifications and may not offer vibrant colors or high visibility in bright environments.
  • Intel UHD Graphics are integrated and will not be suitable for serious gaming, video editing, or other graphics-intensive tasks.
  • While the 512GB SSD is a good size for storage, the low RAM could still bottleneck performance, despite quick drive access.

Frequently Asked Questions

While 4GB RAM can handle basic tasks, it may become a bottleneck for extensive multitasking or running demanding applications on Windows 11 Professional.
The upgradeability of RAM on this specific model is not detailed, but it typically depends on whether there are accessible slots or if the RAM is soldered.
The Intel Processor N100 is designed for everyday tasks and is generally not powerful enough for professional video editing, which requires more robust processing capabilities.
The product description mentions a "Full-size, soft grey keyboard with numeric keypad," but does not explicitly state if it is backlit.
An anti-glare display helps to reduce reflections from ambient light sources, making it more comfortable to view the screen in various lighting conditions.

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