HP 17" Laptop
HP 17" Laptop
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GENERAL USE: Fair—6.9/10
GAMING/AI: Fair—6.0/10
ENG/DESIGN: Fair—6.0/10
SOFTWARE DEV: Fair—6.5/10
CONTENT CREATION: Fair—6.9/10
PORTABILITY: Good—7.1/10
BATTERY: Fair—6.7/10
OVERALL SCREEN QUALITY: Poor—5.4/10
OVERALL PERFORMANCE: Fair—6.9/10
SIZE: 17.3"
The HP 17" laptop comes at a lower midrange price and is equipped with a 512 GB storage drive, 8 GB of RAM, and an Intel i5-1235U processor with integrated Iris Xe graphics, which is suitable for general use like browsing, office applications, and media consumption. Its large 17.3-inch TN panel display with a 1600 x 900 resolution doesn't provide the sharpest image quality and could limit your experience if you're into photo or video editing, with moderate performance in color coverage. Although it's not touch-enabled, the screen size can be great for multitasking. It's not designed for intensive gaming or 3D rendering, and it doesn't have premium features such as facial recognition or Thunderbolt ports. The battery capacity is decent, and it includes a number pad, USB-C port, and HDMI output. At 4.6 pounds and with a thickness of 0.78 inches, it offers moderate portability. This HP laptop is a good fit if you need a machine for everyday tasks and prefer a larger screen without spending a lot, but it's not ideal for heavy-duty tasks or for those who need a portable machine for frequent travel. Give Feedback
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Evaluation
Pros
- Large 17.3-inch screen
- Good general use performance
- USB-C and HDMI ports included
- Number pad on keyboard
- Decent battery life for size
Cons
- Lower resolution at 1600 x 900
- Limited color coverage, average display
- Moderate weight at 4.6 pounds
- Not ideal for 3D or engineering
Ratings by Category
Operating Noise:4.4
PerfectRec’s Operating Noise Score is based on fan noise measurements. Laptops with a fanless design, such as Macbooks, receive the maximum score.
Portability:4.1
PerfectRec’s portability rating takes into account the volume and thickness of the laptop as well as its weight.
General Use:3.9
The HP 17" Laptop's Intel i5 processor and 8GB of RAM provide adequate performance for general use, but the screen quality is limited by a lower resolution display, affecting the visual experience. The laptop's larger size makes it less portable, and while the battery life is moderate, frequent charging may be necessary for extended use.
Content Creation:3.9
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, and video editing work.
In addition to a strong emphasis on overall performance, this score also places very high importance on screen quality. Heat management, storage, keyboard and speaker quality are also incorporated, with fan noise rounding out this score.
Battery Life:3.8
PerfectRec’s Battery Life rating is based on hours of battery life in typical usage scenarios.
Software Development:3.5
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software development.
In addition to a strong emphasis on overall performance, this score also places very high importance on screen quality. Heat management, storage, keyboard and speaker quality are also incorporated, with fan noise rounding out this score.
Engineering & Design:3.1
The HP 17" Laptop is considered fair for engineering and design use because its RAM, processor, and GPU are adequate but not top-tier, limiting its performance for highly demanding tasks, while the screen's limited color coverage and lower resolution may impact the accuracy of design work. Additionally, although the device is less portable due to its size and weight, it does possess a good keyboard and manages heat and noise well, which are important for extended use in professional settings.
Gaming & AI:3.0
The HP 17" Laptop is judged as fair for gaming and 3D tasks due to its integrated GPU which, while capable, lacks the power of dedicated gaming graphics cards. Additionally, the screen has a standard refresh rate and utilizes a TN panel; this may lead to lesser quality in visual rendering and responsiveness compared to screens designed for gaming with higher refresh rates and better color reproduction.
Build Quality:3.0
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, chassis rigidity, and overall reliability.
Our assessment of build quality includes many details that are difficult to quantify.
Our laptop experts use their best judgment to produce the final score.
Keyboard Quality:3.0
The Keyboard Quality score is based on the PerfectRec experts’ assessment of tactile feedback, typing comfort, keyboard reliability and typing noise.
Full Specs
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Price | $599 | ||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | ||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 10.2'' x 0.78'' | ||
Weight | 4.6 lbs | ||
Width | 15.78" | ||
Depth | 10.15" | ||
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | ||
RAM | 8 GB | ||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | ||
RAM Slots | 2 | ||
Storage | 512 GB | ||
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | ||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | ||
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | ||
Display Technology | TN | ||
Resolution | 1600 x 900 | ||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | ||
Display Brightness | 208 nits | ||
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score  | 6/10 | ||
Portability Score | 7.2/10 | ||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | ||
Premium Business Laptop | No | ||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | ||
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | ||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | ||
Webcam | 720p | ||
Fingerprint Reader | No | ||
Backlit Keyboard | No | ||
Number Pad | Yes | ||
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | 2 | ||
USB-C ports | 1 | ||
USB-C Charging | No | ||
Display Outputs | 1 | ||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | ||
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Francisco Lahoz | November 2022
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
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