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HP Home and Student Essential Laptop

HP Home and Student Essential Laptop

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$279.99at AmazonChecked Nov 12

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  • Last seen at $279.99 at Amazon on Nov 12.
  • Our take on the HP Home and Student Essential Laptop

    A 14-inch budget laptop for schoolwork and everyday tasks. It includes a one-year Microsoft 365 subscription and runs Windows 11 Home in S mode, which limits apps to the Microsoft Store until you switch out. The HD display is basic, and the processor and memory are modest, so it handles web browsing, Office and video but not heavy multitasking or gaming. Compared with pricier ultrabooks, it cuts corners on screen resolution and build, but the included Office suite adds value for students.

    Best forStudents on a tight budgetBasic home office and web useFamilies needing a first laptop
    Pros
    • Includes one year of Microsoft 365
    • Lightweight 14-inch design
    • USB-C, HDMI and microSD ports
    • Windows 11 Home in S mode is secure and fast
    Cons
    • HD display is low resolution
    • S mode restricts app installation until switched off
    • Modest processor and RAM limit multitasking
    • Build quality is basic

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    HP Home and Student Essential Laptop price history

    Lowest price we've seen: $279.99 on Nov 12 at Amazon. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 12.

    About the HP Home and Student Essential Laptop

    This HP 14-inch laptop has a thin, light design that is easy to move from room to room or carry on the road. It has a 14.0-inch diagonal HD (1366 x 768) micro-edge BrightView display with virtually no bezel around the screen.

    It is powered by an Intel Celeron N4500 processor with 2 cores and 2 threads, and uses Intel UHD Graphics 600. It runs Windows 11 Home in S mode, which only runs apps from the Microsoft Store. You can switch out of S mode in Settings under Activation to install apps from elsewhere.

    A 1-year Microsoft 365 subscription is included, with Word, Excel and PowerPoint. HP Fast Charge takes the battery from 0 to 50% in about 45 minutes.

    Display
    14.0-inch diagonal, HD (1366 x 768), micro-edge, BrightView
    Processor
    Intel Celeron N4500, 2 cores, 2 threads
    Graphics
    Intel UHD Graphics 600
    Operating system
    Windows 11 Home in S mode
    Software
    Microsoft 365, 1-year subscription included
    Battery life
    Up to 11 hours 30 minutes (video playback); up to 9 hours (wireless streaming)
    Fast charging
    HP Fast Charge, 0 to 50% in approximately 45 minutes
    Webcam
    HP True Vision 720p HD camera with integrated dual array digital microphones
    Ports
    1 x USB 3.1 Type-C, 2 x USB 3.1 Type-A, 1 x HDMI, 1 x headphone/microphone combo jack, microSD slot
    Connectivity
    802.11a/b/g/n/ac (2x2) Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo
    Dimensions
    12.76 x 8.86 x 0.71 inches
    Weight
    3.24 lbs

    Questions and answers

    Is this laptop good for schoolwork?
    Yes for basic tasks like writing papers, browsing and email. The included Microsoft 365 helps, but the HD screen and modest specs may struggle with heavy multitasking or specialized software.
    Can I install apps like Chrome or Steam?
    Not while in S mode. You must switch out of S mode in Windows settings to install apps from outside the Microsoft Store. The switch is free and one-way.
    How does it compare to a Chromebook?
    It runs full Windows and includes Microsoft 365, so it handles desktop Office apps better than most Chromebooks. But Chromebooks often have better screens and battery life at similar prices.
    What ports does it have?
    One USB-C, two USB-A, one HDMI, a headphone/microphone combo jack, and a microSD slot.
    Is the memory or storage upgradeable?
    The listing does not specify. Many budget laptops have limited upgrade options, so check the model's specifications before buying if you need more RAM or storage.
    Where is the HP Home and Student Essential Laptop cheapest?
    At Amazon, for $279.99, as of our latest check.

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