Is the Intel N200 fast enough for everyday use?

Yes for browsing, email, documents and streaming. It struggles with heavy multitasking, video editing or gaming.

Can I upgrade the RAM and storage?

HP lists configurations up to 16GB DDR4 and up to 2TB NVMe SSD. Check the specific configuration you buy for what is installed.

Does it have a touchscreen?

Yes. The 17.3-inch HD+ BrightView display is a touchscreen.

What ports does it include?

One USB-C, two USB-A, HDMI, an AC power port and a headphone/microphone combo jack. There is no optical drive.

Is it good for gaming?

No. Intel UHD integrated graphics suit video and light tasks, not modern games.

About 4.6 lbs, light for a 17-inch laptop but still best kept on a desk.

Where is the HP Essential 17t-cn300 Laptop cheapest?

At Walmart, for $479.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the HP Essential 17t-cn300 Laptop?

Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 13 ratings.

HP Essential 17t-cn300 Laptop

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Our take on the HP Essential 17t-cn300 Laptop

The HP Essential 17t-cn300 is a 17.3-inch Windows 11 Home laptop built around Intel's N200 quad-core processor, up to 16GB of DDR4 RAM and up to 2TB of NVMe storage. Its large HD+ touchscreen, fingerprint reader and full port set (USB-C, two USB-A, HDMI) make it a straightforward desk and couch machine. The N200 is an entry-level chip, so it handles browsing, email, documents and streaming well but not heavy multitasking or gaming; rivals at this size often offer faster Core i3 or Ryzen chips. Owners rate it 4.2 out of 5, generally pleased with the big screen and value while noting the modest performance and dim 250-nit panel.

Best forStudents and home users who mostly browse, write and streamBuyers who want a large 17-inch touchscreenDesk-bound users who rarely carry a laptopAnyone needing a fingerprint reader and full-size ports

Pros

Large 17.3-inch HD+ touchscreen
Fingerprint reader for quick sign-in
USB-C, two USB-A and HDMI built in
Up to 16GB RAM and up to 2TB SSD
Light for its size at 4.6 lbs

Cons

Intel N200 is an entry-level chip
250-nit screen is dim and only HD+ resolution
720p webcam is basic
No optical drive despite the large chassis

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What reviewers say

4.2 / 513 ratings

Owners give the 17t-cn300 4.2 out of 5 across 13 ratings. They like the big touchscreen, easy setup and the fingerprint reader, while some find the processor slow under load and the display dim.

What people mention

PerformanceMixedThe N200 handles everyday tasks but owners notice slowdowns with heavy multitasking.
DisplayMixedThe 17.3-inch touchscreen is appreciated for size, though 250 nits and HD+ resolution draw complaints.
SetupPraisedOwners report it is easy to set up and use right away.
Fingerprint readerPraisedSigning in with the fingerprint reader is called quick and convenient.
WebcamCriticisedThe 720p camera is described as basic for video calls.

About the HP Essential 17t-cn300 Laptop

The HP Essential 17t-cn300 is a 17.3-inch Windows 11 Home laptop with an Intel N200 processor and Intel UHD Graphics. This edition has 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD.

The HD+ (1600 x 900) BrightView touchscreen has a 250-nit brightness, a 60Hz refresh rate and an 84% screen-to-body ratio. The laptop has a 720p HD camera and a fingerprint reader. It connects over Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth.

It has USB Type-C, USB Type-A, HDMI and headphone/microphone ports. There is no optical drive.

Processor: Intel N200, 4 cores, 4 threads, 6MB L3 cache, 3.2 GHz base frequency, up to 3.7 GHz max turbo
Memory: 16GB RAM
Storage: 512GB SSD
Operating system: Windows 11 Home
Display: 17.3" diagonal, HD+ (1600 x 900), touchscreen, BrightView, 250 nits, 60Hz
Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics
Ports: 1 x USB Type-C (USB 5Gbps), 2 x USB Type-A (USB 5Gbps), 1 x HDMI, 1 x headphone/microphone combo jack, 1 x AC power
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth
Webcam: 720p HD camera
Fingerprint reader: Yes
Optical drive: None
Dimensions: 15.78 in long x 10.15 in wide x 0.78 in high
Weight: 4.6 lbs

Specifications

edition: 16GB RAM | 512GB SSDSource
color: BrownSource

Questions and answers

Is the Intel N200 fast enough for everyday use?: Yes for browsing, email, documents and streaming. It struggles with heavy multitasking, video editing or gaming.
Can I upgrade the RAM and storage?: HP lists configurations up to 16GB DDR4 and up to 2TB NVMe SSD. Check the specific configuration you buy for what is installed.
Does it have a touchscreen?: Yes. The 17.3-inch HD+ BrightView display is a touchscreen.
What ports does it include?: One USB-C, two USB-A, HDMI, an AC power port and a headphone/microphone combo jack. There is no optical drive.
Is it good for gaming?: No. Intel UHD integrated graphics suit video and light tasks, not modern games.
How heavy is it?: About 4.6 lbs, light for a 17-inch laptop but still best kept on a desk.
Where is the HP Essential 17t-cn300 Laptop cheapest?: At Walmart, for $479.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the HP Essential 17t-cn300 Laptop?: Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 13 ratings.