Which is better for heavy multitasking?

The Envy 17. Its 12-core i7-1260P and 64GB RAM handle many open apps and large files that would slow the 8GB HP 17.

Which has better battery life?

The HP 17. Its U-series i5-1235U draws less power than the Envy's P-series chip, so it typically runs longer per charge and stays cooler.

Is the touchscreen worth stepping up to?

Only if you want touch input or pen-style interaction. The HP 17's matte antiglare panel is easier to read in bright light and does not show fingerprints.

Which lasts longer over the years?

The Envy 17 has more headroom: 64GB RAM and a 2TB SSD will stay comfortable far longer. The HP 17's 8GB RAM is the first limit most owners hit.

Do both have a backlit keyboard and numeric keypad?

The HP 17 lists a full-size backlit keyboard with numeric keypad. The Envy 17 has a full-size keyboard with numeric keypad; backlighting is not confirmed in its listing.

Which is easier to carry?

The HP 17. The Envy 17 is a heavier desktop replacement, better left on a desk.

HP Envy 17 17.3" Touch Laptop vs HP 17-cn2068cl 17.3" Laptop

These are two very different 17.3-inch HP laptops. The Envy 17 is a desktop-replacement workstation: 12-core i7-1260P, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, touchscreen and Windows 11 Pro. The HP 17 (17-cn2068cl) is a lighter everyday machine: 10-core i5-1235U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD, matte non-touch screen. Buy the Envy 17 for heavy multitasking, large files and business management tools. Buy the HP 17 for web, email, documents and streaming on a big screen.

Choose the HP Envy 17 if you run many apps at once, work with large files or video, or need Windows 11 Pro management features and a touchscreen.
Choose the HP 17 if your work is browsing, Office documents and streaming, and you prefer a matte antiglare screen and a lighter, cooler-running machine.

Prices

HP 17-cn2068cl 17.3" Laptop: $639.00 at Walmart (last seen Nov 13)