Is the 1600 x 900 screen good enough?

It is usable for documents, email and video, but text is less crisp than on a 1080p panel. If you read a lot of small text or edit photos, a full-HD screen is the better choice.

Can I upgrade the RAM and storage?

The machine ships with 8 GB DDR4 and a 256 GB M.2 NVMe SSD. HP's 17-inch line typically has a service door for memory and storage, but confirm the exact configuration before buying.

Does the USB-C port support charging or a monitor?

No. The USB-C port handles data transfer only. For an external display, use the HDMI 1.4b port.

How long does the battery last?

The 41 Wh 3-cell battery is small for a 17-inch laptop, so expect modest runtime. Fast charge gets it to roughly 50% in 45 minutes with the included 45 W adapter.

Is it good for gaming?

No. Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics handle everyday tasks and light video, not modern games. Look for a laptop with a dedicated GPU if gaming matters.

What comes in the box?

The laptop, a 45 W Smart AC power adapter and the usual paperwork. The listing notes the box may be opened to install configured upgrades.

Where is the HP 17.3″ Core i5 Laptop cheapest?

At Walmart, for $589.99, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the HP 17.3″ Core i5 Laptop?

2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, PzDeals.

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Our take on the HP 17.3″ Core i5 Laptop

A 17.3-inch HP laptop built around an Intel Core i5-1334U, 8 GB of DDR4 RAM and a 256 GB NVMe SSD. The big draw is the large HD+ anti-glare screen and a full-size keyboard with a numeric keypad, both rare at this size class without stepping up to a gaming or premium model. It runs Windows 11 Pro, so it fits office and school work more than gaming or creative editing. The trade-offs are a 1600 x 900 panel that is less sharp than the 1080p screens most rivals now use, and a 41 Wh battery that is small for a 17-inch chassis.

Best forStudents and home-office users who want a big screenSpreadsheet and data-entry work that uses a numeric keypadDesk-bound users who rarely carry the laptop

Pros

Large 17.3-inch anti-glare display
Full-size keyboard with numeric keypad
10-core Intel Core i5-1334U with Turbo Boost to 4.6 GHz
Fast-charging battery: about 50% in 45 minutes
Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4
Windows 11 Pro included

Cons

HD+ 1600 x 900 resolution is below the 1080p norm
8 GB RAM and 256 GB SSD limit heavy multitasking and storage
USB-C port is data-only: no charging or video output
Small 41 Wh battery for a 17-inch laptop
At 4.6 lb it is not built for daily carrying

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HP 17.3″ Core i5 Laptop price history

Lowest price we've seen: $589.99 on Nov 13 at Walmart. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 13.

About the HP 17.3″ Core i5 Laptop

This HP laptop has a 17.3-inch HD+ (1600 x 900) anti-glare display. It is powered by an Intel Core i5-1334U processor with 10 cores and 12 threads, and it runs Windows 11 Pro. Graphics are handled by integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics.

It has 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 256 GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD. The cover and base are jet black, with a starry black keyboard frame. The full-size keyboard includes a numeric keypad, and the pointing device is an HP Imagepad.

Wireless is handled by a Realtek Wi-Fi 6 (2x2) and Bluetooth 5.4 card. The laptop has a 720p HD webcam with dual array digital microphones, and dual speakers. The battery supports fast charge to about 50% in 45 minutes.

Operating system: Windows 11 Pro
Processor: Intel Core i5-1334U, up to 4.6 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology, 12 MB L3 cache, 10 cores, 12 threads
Graphics: Integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Display: 17.3 in diagonal, HD+ (1600 x 900), anti-glare
Memory: 8 GB DDR4
Storage: 256 GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD
Wireless: Realtek Wi-Fi 6 (2x2) and Bluetooth 5.4
Ports: 1 x USB Type-C (5Gbps, data transfer only, no charging or external monitors), 2 x USB Type-A (5Gbps), 1 x HDMI 1.4b, 1 x headphone/microphone combo, 1 x AC smart pin
Webcam: HP True Vision 720p HD camera with temporal noise reduction and integrated dual array digital microphones
Audio: Dual speakers
Keyboard: Full-size, jet black, with numeric keypad
Pointing device: HP Imagepad
Battery: 3-cell, 41 Wh Li-ion
Fast charge: Approximately 50% in 45 minutes
Power adapter: 45 W Smart AC power adapter
Energy efficiency: EPEAT Gold registered
Color: Jet black cover and base, starry black keyboard frame
Dimensions: 15.78 x 10.15 x 0.81 in (W x D x H)
Weight: Starting at 4.6 lb

Specifications

Edition: 8GB RaM|256GB SSD
color: black

Questions and answers

Is the 1600 x 900 screen good enough?: It is usable for documents, email and video, but text is less crisp than on a 1080p panel. If you read a lot of small text or edit photos, a full-HD screen is the better choice.
Can I upgrade the RAM and storage?: The machine ships with 8 GB DDR4 and a 256 GB M.2 NVMe SSD. HP's 17-inch line typically has a service door for memory and storage, but confirm the exact configuration before buying.
Does the USB-C port support charging or a monitor?: No. The USB-C port handles data transfer only. For an external display, use the HDMI 1.4b port.
How long does the battery last?: The 41 Wh 3-cell battery is small for a 17-inch laptop, so expect modest runtime. Fast charge gets it to roughly 50% in 45 minutes with the included 45 W adapter.
Is it good for gaming?: No. Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics handle everyday tasks and light video, not modern games. Look for a laptop with a dedicated GPU if gaming matters.
What comes in the box?: The laptop, a 45 W Smart AC power adapter and the usual paperwork. The listing notes the box may be opened to install configured upgrades.
Where is the HP 17.3″ Core i5 Laptop cheapest?: At Walmart, for $589.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the HP 17.3″ Core i5 Laptop?: 2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, PzDeals.