HP ENVY 750 i7-6700k 2TB Desktop GTX 970

The HP ENVY 750-175se was positioned as a premium consumer desktop when it launched, and its core specs reflect that ambition. The Intel Core i7-6700K is a quad-core processor running at 4.0GHz — an unlocked "K" series chip that was one of the best gaming and productivity CPUs of its generation. Paired with an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 with 4GB of VRAM, this system can still handle 1080p gaming at medium-to-high settings in many titles, as well as photo editing, video work, and other GPU-assisted creative workflows. The Bang & Olufsen audio integration is a nice touch that sets it apart from generic desktops.

Where the ENVY 750 shows its age is in the supporting details. The 12GB of RAM, while functional, is an odd configuration and may feel limiting with modern browsers and multitasking. The 2TB HDD provides plenty of raw storage but delivers noticeably slower performance than any SSD — adding a solid-state boot drive would be one of the most impactful upgrades a buyer could make. The inclusion of Windows 7 Pro is the most significant concern, as Microsoft ended support for it in January 2020, making it a security liability for internet-connected use. Buyers should plan on a Windows 10 or 11 upgrade and potentially adding an SSD and more RAM to get the most from the still-capable CPU and GPU combination.