HP 15z 1EJ27AV_1 Budget 15.6″ Laptop with AMD CPUs, Optional Touch
The HP 15z 1EJ27AV_1 is an budget-class mainstream 15.6-inch Windows laptop. As opposed to the very similar HP 15t with Intel-branded processors, the 15z is based on AMD chips.
Unlike the 15t which comes with the Intel Core i3, i5, and i7 “U” series dual-core CPUs with the Intel HD integrated graphics, the HP 15z 1EJ27AV_1 ships with AMD’s A-series chips. Namely, the entry-level dual-core AMD A9-9420 with the Radeon R5 series integrated graphics, mid-range quad-core A10-9620P with Radeon R5, and upper-mid-range quad-core A12-9720P with Radeon R7 graphics. Regarding the processors’ speed, they are somewhat slower than the comparable Intel Core i3, i5, and i7 series. Nevertheless, AMDs are good choices for the average home and office user. Their integrated Radeon graphics performance is in line with the latest Intel HD series. This means playability of old non-demanding games and many of the latest titles only on low in-game settings and resolutions. The A12-9720P with Radeon R7 is the best option among the three if gaming is a matter of concern for you.
There’s 8, 12 or 16 Gigabytes of RAM memory in the 15z 1EJ27AV_1. Even the lowest 8GB option ensures flawless multitasking and no RAM-related performance issues in all popular Windows programs, including demanding ones. Data storage choices are a spacious 1 Terabyte hard drive or much smaller and much faster 128GB or 256GB solid state drive. A DVD drive is missing on this laptop.
The HP 15z 1EJ27AV_1 comes with either HD 1366×768 or Full HD 1920×1080-pixel screen resolution. The latter offers sharper picture and more space for apps on the screen. Touchscreen is available as an option on the lower-resolution HD screen. But, IPS technology for wide viewing angles has been completely omitted.
As usual, this 15.6-incher has a keyboard with chiclet keys and number pad on the right, as well as a multi-touch trackpad with mechanical “click” buttons instead of integrated in the surface. Keyboard backlight is optional.
For sound, there are stereo speakers. Video chats are enabled by a web camera with 720p resolution. For getting you online, the notebook uses 802.11n or 802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless and Ethernet LAN connections. Bluetooth is optional. For peripherals, there are three USB ports, with two of them supporting the fastest USB 3.1 standard and one being an old USB 2.0. Video output to external monitors and HDTVs is supported via an HDMI port. Finally, there’s a multi-in-one reader for your media cards, as well as a combo mic/headphones port.
HP estimates the 15z 1EJ27AV_1 has a power autonomy of up to 6 hours and 45 minutes on configurations with the HD display options. Full HD models can last “up to 5 hours and 15 minutes” on a charge.
The laptop’s weight starts at 4.1 pounds. The profile is 0.9″ thick. You can select one of the six available colors of the lid, sides, and bottom: black, grey, silver, gold, blue, and red.
Specifications of the HP 15z 1EJ27AV_1
Here are the specs of the HP 15z 1EJ27AV_1 with descriptions of its features. For comparison against other laptops, you can use the "Compare Specs" button.
Brand | HP |
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Laptop Type | Standard non-convertible laptop This laptop features a clamshell-only design, without ability to convert itself into a tablet. |
Screen Size | 15.6-inch This is by far the most popular laptop screen size. It provides a lot of screen real estate, while avoiding bulkiness of the 17.3" laptops. |
Screen Resolution | 1366x768 pixels HD This is an entry-level screen resolution, oftentimes found on budget laptops. It doesn't deliver picture sharpness and space on the screen like the Full HD or higher resolution laptop displays do. 1920x1080 pixels Full HD Full HD is the most common laptop screen resolution today. It provides a good image sharpness and a decent amount of space on the display for the user interface and programs. However, it isn't as good as the top-tier 4K Ultra HD. |
Touchscreen | Finger multi-touch input (optional) The device optionally comes with touchscreen capability. |
Other Display Specs | IPS type Displays based on IPS technology provide much wider viewing angles than the budget-class TN screens. TN type Displays based on the old TN technology lack wide viewing angles you can find on IPS screens. The colors may look washed out or inverted at certain viewing angles. |
Processor (CPU) | AMD A10-9620P (older lower-mid-range processor) AMD A12-9720P (low-mid-range CPU) AMD A9-9420 (decent for daily computing, but not fully smooth) |
Graphics (GPU) | AMD Radeon R5 integrated graphics (only for lightest gaming) AMD Radeon R7 integrated graphics (for very light gaming) |
System Memory (RAM) Size | 8GB RAM The 8GB RAM size is the standard one in 2023. It provides comfortable multi-tasking for the most home and office users. 12GB RAM 12GB is greater than the recommended minimum of 8GB and enables very comfortable multitasking during everyday tasks. However, many games and professional software may require 16GB or more. 16GB RAM 16GB and greater RAM sizes are recommended for heavy multitasking, gaming, and specialized programs that require a lot of RAM. |
Data Storage | 128GB SSD 128GB is a relatively small storage space. However, it is usable if you don't store a lot of large files like movies and don't install a lot of programs. 256GB SSD 256GB is a decent capacity. If you tend to download and store a lot of large files like movies and install many programs, 512GB or more is a better choice. 1000GB (1TB) HDD 1TB is an excellent storage capacity, but HDD is a slow type of storage. |
DVD Optical Drive | None |
Keyboard & Input | Non-backlit keyboard with dedicated number pad The keyboard has a separate numeric pad on the right side of the keyboard, but it has no keyboard backlight. Touchpad with separate physical click buttons The touchpad features physical left and right click buttons, as opposed to click buttons integrated into the touchpad surface. Touchscreen |
Speakers & Audio | Stereo speakers As usual, the device features a pair of built-in stereo speakers. |
Camera | Front-facing web camera Laptops usually feature a frontal webcam located on the display bezel. This laptop is no exception. |
Wi-Fi Wireless | 802.11AC The 802.11AC is the previous-generation wireless networking standard. It's also known as Wi-Fi 5. 802.11AC is succeeded by 802.11AX Wi-Fi 6 with data transfer speed and multi-device connectivity improvements. 802.11N 802.11N is an old Wi-Fi standard, precursor of the 802.11AC and the latest 802.11AX with improved data transfer speeds and connectivity. 802.11N is rarely used in modern laptops. |
Ethernet Network Port | Yes This laptop has an Ethernet LAN port for wired internet and networking connectivity. |
Bluetooth | Yes (Optional) This laptop optionally comes with a built-in Bluetooth module. It enables you to connect the computer to Bluetooth peripherals, smartphones, and other Bluetooth-enabled devices. |
Mobile broadband (4G LTE) | No |
USB Ports | 2 x USB 3.1 + 1 x USB 2.0 A total of three full-size Type A USB ports. |
Video Output Ports | 1 x HDMI HDMI is a widely used digital video output port. You can find HDMI-in ports on most computer monitors and TVs. |
Media Card Reader | SD card reader The laptop has a slot for full-size SD memory cards, used in many digital cameras. You can also use microSD cards with a card adapter. |
Battery | 31 WHr capacity 4-cell 41 WHr Up to 6 hours and 45 minutes of battery life with HD display; Up to 5 hours and 15 minutes with Full HD |
Weight | 4.1 pounds |
Height | 0.9" |
Width | 15" |
Depth | 10" |
Windows Version | Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home is aimed at the regular home and office computer users. Only select business users need the Professional edition. Windows 10 Home users are eligible for a free upgrade to the latest Windows 11 Home. |
Warranty | 1-year A typical laptop warranty. |
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2 out of 5
Marillyn Ball –
This is by far the slowest computer I have ever had. It is maddening and the steps you have to take to get to the password window are unnecessary and time wasting. I just ditched a Chromebook for all the reasons that people give on the forums, but how I miss its speed. You raise the top, it lights up, you put in your password and presto! I don’t see how I can live with – let me think – ah, this turtle.
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5 out of 5
matin –
wow this is very good i like it
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