- Is the 17.3-inch screen good for everyday work?
- Yes. It is a Full HD IPS panel with a matte finish, so text is sharp and glare is reduced. It suits spreadsheets, documents and streaming better than fast gaming.
- Can this laptop handle gaming?
- Only light or older titles. It relies on Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics, so modern games at high settings will struggle. A laptop with a dedicated GPU is the better choice for gaming.
- Should I get 16GB or 32GB of RAM?
- 16GB is enough for browsing, Office and video calls. Choose 32GB if you keep many browser tabs and apps open at once or work with large data sets.
- How does it compare with a 15.6-inch laptop?
- It gives you a bigger screen and a number pad, but it is heavier and less portable. If you mostly work at a desk, the larger panel is the main draw.
- Does it have a card reader or fingerprint login?
- No. There is no memory card reader and no fingerprint reader or facial recognition, so you sign in with a password or PIN. It does have USB-A, USB-C, HDMI and a headphone jack.
- Is the screen touch-enabled?
- No, it is a standard non-touch display. That keeps the panel matte and reduces glare, but you will use the keyboard and touchpad.
- Where is the HP New high-performance 17.3' IPS cheapest?
- At Newegg, for $729.00, as of our latest check.