HP Pavilion 17-f215dx 17.3″ Laptop with Intel i5 CPU
The HP Pavilion 17-f215dx laptop offers a great screen real estate and good performance without breaking the bank. It has a big 17.3-inch display with 1600-by-900-pixel resolution and the latest Intel Core i5-5200U dual-core processor we reviewed here. In short, the i5 can handle not only the basic computing tasks, but is also suitable for advanced photography and videography work. The processor has built-in Intel HD 5500 integrated graphics which is satisfactory for occasional gaming as described here. 6GB of RAM and a 750GB hard drive are included to provide enough multitasking potential and data storage space for the vast majority of users. On the negative side, design of the 17-f215dx doesn’t allow easy RAM and HDD upgrades, since many parts need to be removed to access them.
Outwardly, design is dominated by dark gray metallic-like finish on the palmrest and lighter gray lid with lines pattern. The keyboard consists of Chiclet-style keys and has a dedicated numeric pad. The trackpad has built-in left and right click buttons, as opposed to those with physically separated buttons.
Other important specs include a DVD writer, stereo speakers enhanced by Beats Audio technology, a web cam with 720p resolution, Wi-Fi 802.11n and Ethernet LAN network interfaces, two USB 3.0 and one USB 2.0 port, HDMI video output, and a multi-format memory card reader. In short, all features an average user might need.
The battery has a capacity of 41 WHr, which is a mid-range one. Given the notebook has a large display which consumes more power than smaller ones, you can’t expect an exceptionally long battery life on the 17-f215dx.
Overall, the HP 17-f215dx delivers a good value for the price, but lacks some advanced stuff like Full HD 1920-by-1080 display resolution, touchscreen support, and keyboard backlight you can find on pricier laptops.
Specifications of the HP Pavilion 17-f215dx
Here are the specs of the HP Pavilion 17-f215dx with descriptions of its features. For comparison against other laptops, you can use the "Compare Specs" button.
| Brand | HP |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 17.3-inch The 17.3-inch screen diagonal means the laptop's display is a large one in comparison to screens of the most laptops. |
| Screen Resolution | 1600x900 pixels HD+ This screen resolution is commonly found on the budget-class 17.3" laptops. It doesn't enable image sharpness and space on the screen of Full HD or higher resolutions. |
| Touchscreen | No This laptop doesn't support touchscreen input. |
| Other Display Specs | 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) | Intel Core i5-5200U 5th Gen dual-core 2.2-2.7GHz 3MB cache (User Benchmark CPU score: 37) |
| Graphics (GPU) | Intel HD 5500 integrated graphics (good only for the lightest gaming) |
| System Memory (RAM) Size | 6GB RAM 6GB RAM is enough for moderate multitasking. However, at least 8GB is recommended for flawless multitasking in everyday computing in 2023. |
| Data Storage | 750GB HDD This is an excellent capacity, but HDD is a slow type of storage. |
| DVD Optical Drive | DVD writer |
| 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 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. |
| 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 | 802.11N 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 | No This laptop has no built-in Bluetooth module. |
| Mobile broadband (4G LTE) | No |
| USB Ports | 2 x USB 3.0 + 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 | 4-cell 41WHr 2.8Ah lithium-ion |
| Weight | 6.2 pounds |
| Height | 1.1" |
| Width | 16.5" |
| Depth | 10.9" |
| Windows Version | Windows 8.1 Windows 8.1 is eligible for free upgrade to Windows 10 Home. Check Windows.com for more info. |
| Warranty | 1-year A typical laptop warranty. |
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5 out of 5
Chandan –
Good one in less price
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