HP Essential Laptop Computer 14" FHD
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Price facts
- Last seen at $749.99 at HP on Nov 11.
Our take on the HP Essential Laptop Computer 14" FHD
The HP Essential 14 is a plain, budget-minded everyday laptop built around an Intel Core i5 (or Core 5) processor, 8 GB of DDR4 RAM and a 256 GB SSD. The 14-inch 1920x1080 matte screen keeps reflections down, and the port set covers the basics: two USB-A, one USB-C, HDMI and a headphone jack. It suits students, home users and office workers who need Windows 11 for browsing, documents and video calls. Against similarly priced rivals it wins on the full HD matte panel and HDMI output, but it gives up a fingerprint reader, facial recognition and dedicated graphics, and the 720p webcam and 8 GB of RAM feel dated next to machines with 16 GB.
- Full HD 1920x1080 matte screen reduces glare
- Intel Core i5 / Core 5 handles everyday tasks well
- 256 GB SSD keeps Windows and apps responsive
- HDMI plus USB-A and USB-C covers common peripherals
- Memory card reader built in
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HP Essential Laptop Computer 14" FHD price history
Lowest price we've seen: $749.99 on Nov 9 at HP. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.
Specifications
Questions and answers
- Is the HP Essential 14 good for everyday use?
- Yes. The Core i5, 8 GB of RAM and SSD handle browsing, email, documents and streaming without trouble. It is not built for gaming, video editing or heavy multitasking.
- Can I upgrade the RAM and storage?
- The 256 GB SSD can usually be swapped for a larger drive, and RAM is often upgradeable on this class of laptop. Check the specific configuration before buying, since soldered memory appears on some models.
- Does it have a touchscreen?
- No. The 14-inch panel is a non-touch matte display at 1920x1080.
- What ports does it have?
- Two USB-A, one USB-C, HDMI, a 1/8-inch headphone jack and a memory card reader. There is no optical drive.
- Is the webcam good enough for meetings?
- It is a 720p camera, which is fine for casual calls but soft compared with 1080p webcams. Good lighting helps a lot.
- Does it come with Windows 11?
- Yes, it ships with Windows 11 Home.
