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HP Elitebook 8470P 14" i5 Laptop 1TB SSD Renewed

A renewed business-grade laptop with a 1TB SSD upgrade, built for reliable everyday productivity.

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Overview

Durable and Versatile Laptop for On-the-Go Productivity

The HP EliteBook 8470p is a reliable and robust laptop designed for business professionals. Combining industrial-strength construction with portability and a multitude of connectivity options. Making it ideal for both office and on-the-go use.

  • Processor: Intel Core I5 3210M Upto 3.1GHz
  • Graphics: Intel HD Integrated
  • Memory: 8G DDR3
  • Hard Drive: 1T SSD
  • Operating System: Windows 10 Home 64 Bit – Multi-language supports English/Spanish/French
  • Ports: 2 USB 3.0 ports; 1 USB 2.0 charging port; 1 eSATA/USB 2.0 combo port; 1 VGA port, 1 DisplayPort (UMA: v1.1a; discrete: v1.2) ; 1 stereo microphone port; 1 stereo headphone port; 1 1394a port; 1 RJ-11 (optional modem) port; 1 RJ-45 (Ethernet) port; 1 docking connector; 1 secondary battery connector; 1 power connector

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • The 1TB SSD provides generous storage and faster boot and load times than a traditional hard drive.
  • Extensive port selection including USB 3.0, DisplayPort, VGA, eSATA, and FireWire 1394a covers a wide range of peripherals.
  • MIL-STD tested chassis and spill-resistant keyboard offer durability for mobile use.
  • The docking connector allows quick single-cable connection to a full desktop setup.
  • Affordable renewed price point for a business-class laptop.

👎 Cons

  • The 3rd-generation i5-3210M processor is several generations old and will struggle with demanding modern software.
  • 8GB of DDR3 RAM is limited for heavy multitasking and cannot match current DDR4 or DDR5 speeds.
  • The 14-inch display uses an older panel with lower brightness and color accuracy than current laptops.
  • Battery life on a renewed unit may be significantly reduced from the original rating.
  • At roughly 4.5 pounds, it is noticeably heavier than modern 14-inch ultrabooks.

Frequently Asked Questions

It uses a 3rd-generation Intel Core i5-3210M, which runs at up to 3.1GHz.
The 1TB SSD is an upgraded component installed during the renewal process, replacing the original hard drive.
It includes both a VGA port and a DisplayPort, allowing you to connect to a wide range of external monitors and projectors.
Yes, it ships with Windows 10 Home 64-bit with multi-language support for English, Spanish, and French.
Yes, the EliteBook 8470p includes a built-in optical drive bay.