HP 17.3" FHD Laptop Intel Core i3-N305 vs 15.6 inch FHD Student Laptop

Buy the HP 17.3 if you want the bigger screen, more storage and a brand with a long service record. The 17.3-inch panel makes side-by-side windows easy, and the 512GB SSD holds far more than the 256GB drive in the 15.6-inch laptop. The 15.6-inch model wins on portability and adds a fingerprint reader, but it is a no-name build with a slower-clocked CPU and no USB-C. Owners of the HP praise the screen and everyday speed; the smaller laptop has little track record to judge.

• Choose the HP 17.3 if you work at a desk, want a large screen for spreadsheets or classes, and need room to store files.
• Choose the 15.6-inch laptop if you carry it daily, want a fingerprint login, and 256GB is enough for your files.