If you don’t want to get a MacBook and prefer Windows operating systems, HP laptops have a lot to offer you — many at more affordable prices than Apple’s laptops. Whether you’re a creative looking to edit photos, a gamer in search of a powerful laptop, or a student in need of a small, lightweight laptop, there’s one for you. Many of the best HP laptops have features designed for remote or hybrid work such as improved webcams and microphones, better audio quality, longer battery life, faster charging and the fastest Wi-Fi 6 wireless.
Like other PC makers such as Dell, Lenovo, Acer and Asus, HP is in the midst of updating the processors in its laptops and two-in-ones. That means Intel-based models are moving from 12th-gen to 13th-gen CPUs, while AMD Ryzen systems are switching from 6000-series chips to 7000-series. It also means it’s generally a good time to look for deals on older models of the best HP laptops. We haven’t seen big performance improvements with the new processors yet. However, while an updated model might cost a little more, it will add to the overall longevity.
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Spectre is HP’s top consumer laptop line so you’re getting the best of the best with this 16-inch two-in-one.
- Beautiful design
- Lots of features for home and office work
- Great webcam
- Active pen and laptop sleeve included
Of course, a premium two-in-one like the Spectre x360 comes at a relatively high price. This is definitely one we recommend getting with the 12th-gen Intel processors and Intel Arc graphics if you’re going to go all-in.
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Josh Goldman/CNET
The 14-inch HP Pavilion Plus is a rare example of a laptop where you’re actually getting more than you’re paying for. The Plus, as the name implies, is a bit extra compared to the regular Pavilion laptops. In this case, you get features such as a body made of recycled aluminum, a 5-megapixel webcam, strong Intel Core i7 processing performance per our benchmark tests (even outpacing the latest MacBook Air in a couple of tests), and it’s topped off with a beautiful OLED display.
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James Martin/CNET
HP’s Victus 16 is a surprisingly robust and powerful gaming laptop that keeps up with the latest games at a more affordable price. Compared to HP’s high-end Omen gaming laptop line, the Victus is more of an all-purpose laptop but it’s still configured for gaming with a price starting at less than $1,000. HP offers several configurations with graphics chip options, including Nvidia’s entry-level GeForce GTX 1650 or RTX 3050 Ti or an AMD Radeon RX 6500M. We like almost everything about it except for its flimsy display hinge and underwhelming speakers. If you need to go lower on price, HP also makes a 15.6-inch Victus that has similar components but at more affordable prices.
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Josh Goldman/CNET
The entry-level HP Laptop line focuses mainly on delivering the best performance possible for less money. The bodies are plastic, they have few ports, and when it comes to extra features and conveniences, there really aren’t any. But with the 17-inch model you do get a larger display in a portable, reasonably slim body with good performance for home office tasks, entertainment and just general computing. Battery life was all right too, at nearly 9 hours in our tests. And it’s priced less than $500.
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Matt Elliott/CNET
HP’s Envy line of laptops and two-in-one convertibles is the middle child between the mainstream Pavilion series and the premium Spectre line. The Envy x360 15 is a 15.6-inch two-in-one that delivers the best of both worlds: a premium design that’s closer to that of a Spectre at a price that’s more meat-and-potatoes Pavilion. Although this model uses a 16:9 widescreen instead of the popular 16:10 aspect ratio, it’s otherwise a solid convertible with good performance and long battery life.
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