HP Envy 15t 15t-ae100 - 2015

HP Envy 15t (15t-ae100, ver. 2015) Entertainment Laptop

HP Envy 15t 15t-ae100 - 2015

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With optional dedicated video cards, Full HD display, and a built-in subwoofer speaker, the 15.6-inch HP Envy 15t (model 15t-ae100 released in 2015) is obviously an entertainment-oriented laptop.

The Envy 15t 15t-ae100 comes either with the 6th Gen Intel Core i7-6500U dual-core processor combined with the Nvidia GeForce GT 940M 2GB discrete graphics, i7-6500U with GeForce GT 950M 4GB, or the quad-core i7-6700HQ with integrated Intel HD 530 graphics. The offered 940M and 950M are mid-range graphics cards, but still far better than the Intel HD 530.

Configurations with the i7-6500U and the dedicated GPUs are better for gaming, while those with the i7-6700HQ are recommended for those who are rather interested in raw CPU power. All configurations, however, can handle the usual daily home and office tasks effortlessly.

As for the display, besides with 1920×1080 Full HD, the Envy 15t is available with the basic 1366×768 resolution. IPS wide viewing angle technology is available only on the Full HD screen. There’s also a touchscreen version of the laptop – the HP Envy 15t Touch which is a bit heavier and pricier.

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The keyboard consists of chiclet-style keys and has a dedicated numeric pad on the right. Keyboard backlight is a standard feature on all configurations. The touchpad is spacious and has click buttons built into the surface.

The HP Envy 15t comes with either 8, 12, or 16 Gigabytes of system memory. They are more than enough for all tasks you can throw at the laptop. Data storage choices are generous, too. You can have a 1-Terabyte or 2-Terabyte traditional hard disk, a 1TB hybrid hard drive with improved read/write performance, or a 256GB solid state drive for ultimate storage speed. The laptop does have a buil-in DVD writter.

Alongside quad stereo speakers coupled with a subwoofer for better bass sound and all backed by Bang & Olufsen technology, the HP 15t has a TrueVision 720p web camera. Other features are HDMI video port, four USB 3.0 ports, Wi-Fi wireless supporting the latest and fastest 802.11AC Wi-Fi standard, Ethernet LAN jack for wired networking, and Bluetooth. For the interest of better security and easier log-ins, HP has embedded a fingerprint reader on the palmrest of the Envy 15t.

This 0.9″ thick laptop which weighs 5.2 and 5.6 pounds without and with touchscreen, respectively, is covered with a silver-colored finish. As an innovative feature, its lid and hinge are designed to raise the keyboard deck at an angle, which enables a more comfortable typing position and better cooling of the system.

The battery has a good capacity of 55.5 WHr, but HP’s estimation about “up to 9.5 hours” of battery life looks too optimistic.

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Here are the specs of the HP Envy 15t (15t-ae100) with descriptions of its features. For comparison against other laptops, you can use the "Compare Specs" button.

Brand HP
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 or TN, depending on configuration

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 on the TN screens.
Processor (CPU) Intel Core i7-6500U 6th Gen (older upper-mid-tier home and office CPU)

Intel Core i7-6700HQ 6th Gen (older higher-end gaming and pro CPU)
Graphics (GPU) Intel HD 530 integrated graphics (good only for the lightest games)

Nvidia GeForce GT 940M 2GB dedicated video card (User Benchmark GPU score: 10)

Nvidia GeForce GTX 950M 2GB GDDR5 dedicated video card (for light gaming, but with improved smoothness)
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 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.

2000GB (2TB) HDD

2TB is a huge storage capacity, but HDD is a slow type of storage.
DVD Optical Drive DVD writer
Keyboard & Input Backlit keyboard with dedicated number pad

The keyboard has backlit keys and a separate numeric pad on the right side of the keyboard.

Touchpad with click buttons built into the surface

The left and right click buttons are built into the surface of the touchpad, as opposed to separate physical buttons.

Touchscreen
Speakers & Audio Stereo speakers with subwoofer

Besides the standard stereo speakers, the laptop additionally features a built-in subwoofer speaker for a better bass sound.

Combo microphone and headphones audio jack

This laptop has the ordinary 3.5mm combo audio jack that supports both headphone output and microphone input simultaneously.
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.
Ethernet Network Port Yes

This laptop has an Ethernet LAN port for wired internet and networking connectivity.
Bluetooth Yes

This laptop has a built-in Bluetooth module. It enables you to connect the computer to Bluetooth mice and other Bluetooth peripherals, smartphones, and other Bluetooth-equipped devices.
Mobile broadband (4G LTE) No
USB Ports 4 x USB 3.0

A total of four full-size USB Type A 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.
Other Features Fingerprint reader

This laptop has a built-in fingerprint reader. It improves security and enables easier system log-ins, without password typing.
Battery 3-cell 55.5 WHr
Weight 5.2 pounds

5.6 pounds
Height 0.9"
Width 15.1"
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.

Windows 10 Pro

Windows 10 Pro version adds some business-specific features in comparison to the standard Windows Home. Windows 10 Pro upgradeable to the latest Windows 11 Pro for free.
Warranty 1-year

A typical laptop warranty.

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Published on October 18, 2015

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User Reviews and Q&A

Below you can read and submit user reviews, questions, and answers about the HP Envy 15t (15t-ae100). Thank you for your contribution.

Current rating: 4 out of 5 stars

  1. Olugbenga –

    Hello, pls I’m into Android, Web and Game development program, and I like the HP 15t ae100, but I don’t know which of the spec is best for me; is it Nvidia, Intel graphics…. Pls I need urgent response

    • Danijel Z –

      The best configuration of this laptop consist of the Intel Core i7-6700HQ CPU, 16GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce GTX 950M video card, and SSD storage (fast, but has a small 256GB capacity). Since you will be doing game development which can be hardware demanding, this configuration is recommended. But keep in mind that the GeForce 950M is a lower-end video card (still much better than Intel HD).

  2. Suraj –

    Hp envy 15t-ae100 i7-6500u ,8gb ram, 1 TB hhd , 4gb gtx graphic card ,
    Can any one help me with ssd installation on this modal laptop and does it have m.2 supporting slot in it or to replace hhd with 2.5 m ssd

    • Watt –

      Yes it has m.2 supporting slot in it

  3. nate –

    hi, I just bought hp envy 15t-ae100 yesterday, how do I check if its genuine, and I noticed that the battery isn’t removable, is it ok to plug it continuously even if its fully charged already? thank you, I’m new at hp, so far, I’m lovin the experience, just concern about these matters.
    one more thing is I installed iTunes, it works ok but I just noticed that it seems like the resolution of the app is kinda blurry, any infos? thanks again.

  4. NoHaHa –

    My purchase of this laptop came with a DDR3L 8GBx1 but can hold a second dimm. The case for this laptop is pretty secure; even the battery isn’t removable.

    Is it possible to add a second dimm myself?

    • Danijel Z –

      Yes, it is, according to the official product manual, page 40: http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c04691689
      and the official specs sheet says there are two DIMMs.
      However, memory is an “Authorized Service Provider part”, not a “Customer Self Repair” part, so replacing it might void your warranty. So, I advise you to check with your seller whether you’re allowed to replace RAM yourself.

    • Argentina –

      did you add the second dimm? Wich yo choosed? i want to up grade my laptop

  5. khurram –

    hey i am about to buy my first laptop soon ( currently using a windows desktop) and was wondering which would be better the hp envy 15t ae100 or the macbook pro … my main concern is the premium quality and a bit of light gamming , though the macs flawless trackpad and motion gestures are kinda pulling me in . i have used a hp probook for a day or two and found the trackpad to be laggy at times … is it same for the ae100

    • Shuayb –

      Did you buy the hp laptop and how is your experience so far? I’m planning on buying an hp envy 15t ae100 soon. Just want to make sure if it’s a good choice. Thanks in advance 🙂

  6. Paul –

    I recently bought this HP envy ae100 and so far I love it but I think the screen has this yellow tint which makes pictures look a bit too yellow for my liking. Is there a way to correct that or that’s just how it is and nothing can be done about it?

  7. Sainath –

    I ordered hp 15t touch 6th gen Intel i7 6500u with nvidia 950m 4 gb graphics ….can i run the games like gta 5 or any latest games …

    • Danijel Z –

      Yes, you’ll be able to run GTA 5 and similar games, but not on the highest detail settings in all of them. Check out this video:
      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkKDWlspeTM

  8. Ahmed El Belasy –

    I wanna ask about the heating problems of this laptop?? I heard many times about the heating problems in HP laptops, but I don’t know if this laptop has the same problem or not??

    Also I wanna know which is better to buy from the following two laptops??

    1- Dell Inspiron 15 3000 Series, Windows 10 Home 64bit English, 8GB Single Channel DDR3L 1600MHz (8GBx1), 5th Generation Intel Core i7-5500U Processor (4M Cache, up to 3.00 GHz), NVIDIA® GeForce® 840M 2GB DDR3L, 1TB 5400 rpm SATA Hard Drive, Tray load DVD Drive (Reads and Writes to DVD/CD), 15.6 inch LED Backlit Display with Truelife and HD resolution (1366 x 768), 40 WHr, 4-Cell Battery.

    or

    2- HP Envy 15t-ae100, Windows 10 Home 64, 6th Gen Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-6500U Dual Core Processor + NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950M 4GB Discrete Graphics, 15.6-inch diagonal Full HD WLED-backlit IPS Display (1920×1080), 8GB DDR3L – 1 DIMM, 1TB 5400 rpm Hard Drive, 3-cell 55.5WHr Lithium-ion Battery, SuperMulti DVD burner

    • Danijel Z –

      I haven’t tested these laptops for heat, but notebooks with dedicated video cards run generally noticeably hotter than their counterparts with integrated graphics only. However, you can turn off the dedicated GPUs if not needed (auto or manually) via Nvidia control panel. As for the Dell vs HP buying choice, the 15t-ae100 is obviously better – newer 6th Gen i7, better video card, much better display with sharper picture and better wide viewing angles, and larger battery.

  9. 4 out of 5

    upender –

    I have a small doubt that
    That how many hrs does this laptop has an battery life

    • Danijel Z –

      Yeah, their “up to 9.5 hours” estimation looks too good to be true. They have maybe achieved that, but probably with quite low screen brightness and very low computing load. Still, the 55WHr capacity is quite good in comparison to those in many other similar laptops. I would guess the battery can last 5-6 hours if you do web surfing with via Wi-Fi with a bit lowered screen brightness, lets say 75 percent.

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