HP - 15.6" Touch-Screen Laptop - AMD Ryzen 5 - 12GB Memory - 256GB SSD - Natural Silver
- Key Specs
- Screen Type: Touchscreen Widescreen LED-LCD
- Screen Size: 15.6 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 1366 x 768 (HD) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: true (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Processor Model: AMD 2nd Generation Ryzen 5 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 256 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 12 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Graphics: AMD Radeon Vega 8 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
- Backlit Keyboard: false (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- General
- Brand: HP
- Model Number: 15-EF0023DX
- Product Name: 15.6" Touch-Screen Laptop - AMD Ryzen 5 - 12GB Memory - 256GB SSD
- Color: Natural Silver
- Display
- Screen Type: Touchscreen Widescreen LED-LCD
- Screen Size: 15.6 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 1366 x 768 (HD) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: true (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Processor
- Processor Brand: AMD
- Processor Model: AMD 2nd Generation Ryzen 5 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Processor Model Number: 3500U
- Storage
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 256 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 256 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
- Solid State Drive Interface: PCIe (Connects the solid state drive to the host system. PCI and SATA interfaces are the most common; PCI interfaces are typically faster, but SATA interfaces are compatible with a wider range of systems.)
- Hard Drive Accelerator: None (A module integrated (or added) into a PC to improve performance speed. By acting as a high-speed cache, an accelerator speeds up access times to the hard drive, which results in faster web browsing, improved gaming experience, and overall more responsiveness.)
- Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 12 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Type of Memory (RAM): DDR4 SDRAM (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- System Memory RAM Speed: 2400 megahertz (How fast the information-storing hardware operates. The faster the RAM, the faster memory can be transferred to other system components. Ultimately, faster RAM improves operational efficiency.)
- Graphics
- Graphics Type: Integrated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
- GPU Brand: AMD Radeon
- Graphics: AMD Radeon Vega 8 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Compatibility
- Operating System: Windows 10 Home in S mode (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- Connectivity
- Number of DisplayPort Outputs (Total): 0
- Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total): 0
- Number of VGA Ports: 0 (VGA (Video Graphics Adapter or Video Graphics Array) is a display standard that transmits via analog signals. This type of interface is typically used to connect a computer to a display device such as a monitor, projector, or TV.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 3
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Number Of Ethernet Ports: 0
- Power
- Battery Cells: 3-cell
- Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
- Features
- 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
- Backlit Keyboard: false (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- Touchpad Type: Precision
- Media Card Reader: true (A hardware device that allows for access to data on a memory card and enables the transfer of its files to a computer. These devices may have one or multiple slots for various types of memory cards, and may be integrated into the computer or available as an external device.)
- Speaker Type: Stereo speakers
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.7 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 14.1 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 9.5 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 3.84 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: true (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
- EPEAT Level: Silver (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria. Products are rated Bronze, Silver or Gold based on how many of 28 optional criteria they meet (below 50%, 50%, 75%).)
- Included
- Included Software: Microsoft Office 365 (30 days trial) and McAfee LiveSafe
- Optical Drive Type: None (An optical disk drive (ODD) uses a laser light to read data from or write data to an optical disc. These discs include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. This allows you to play music or watch movies using prerecorded discs.)
- Numeric Keypad: true
- Other
- UPC: 194850266348
HP Laptop: Get down to work wherever you are with this 15.6-inch HP laptop. The 256GB SSD provides fast start-ups and load times, while the Wi-Fi functionality connects to wireless networks. This HP laptop features 12GB of RAM and an AMD Ryzen 5 processor to handle demanding applications, and the battery supports up to 8 hours of streaming, making it ideal for frequent travelers.
- Windows 10 operating system: Windows 10 brings back the Start Menu from Windows 7 and introduces new features, like the Edge Web browser that lets you markup Web pages on your screen. Learn more ›
- 15.6" touch screen: BrightView glossy screen maintains the vivid colors in your photos and videos. Typical 1366 x 768 HD resolution. WLED backlight.
- AMD Ryzen 5 3500U Mobile Processor: Energy efficient processors designed for customers looking for sleek, thin devices that prioritize long battery life. They enable powerful multitasking, basic video editing, advanced Office app processing (heavy spreadsheets and presentations).
- 12GB system memory for full-power multitasking: Plenty of high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run your games and photo- and video-editing applications, as well as multiple programs and browser tabs all at once.
- Solid State Drive (PCI-e): Save files fast and store more data. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCI-e SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
- AMD Radeon Vega 8: Integrated graphics chipset with shared video memory provides solid image quality for Internet use, movies, basic photo editing and casual gaming.
- Weighs 3.84 lbs. and measures 0.7" thin: Ultrathin and ultralight for maximum portability, featuring a smaller screen size and omitting the DVD/CD drive to achieve the compact form factor. 3-cell lithium-ion battery.
- HDMI output expands your viewing options: Connect to an HDTV or high-def monitor to set up two screens side by side or just see more of the big picture.
- Built-in media reader for simple photo transfer: Supports SD memory card formats.
- Wireless-AC connectivity (1x1, 433 Mbps): Connect to a Wireless-AC router for nearly 3x the speed, more capacity and wider coverage than Wireless-N (150 Mbps). Backward-compatible with all other Wi-Fi networks and hotspots.
- Built-in HP TrueVision HD webcam with dual-array digital microphone: Makes it easy to video chat with family and friends or teleconference with colleagues over Skype or other popular applications. Automatically adjusts for available light.
- Basic software package included: 30-days trial of Microsoft Office 365.
- Additional port: Headphone/microphone combo jack.
- Windows 10 operating system: Windows 10 brings back the Start Menu from Windows 7 and introduces new features, like the Edge Web browser that lets you markup Web pages on your screen. Learn more ›
- 15.6" touch screen: BrightView glossy screen maintains the vivid colors in your photos and videos. Typical 1366 x 768 HD resolution. WLED backlight.
- AMD Ryzen 5 3500U Mobile Processor: Energy efficient processors designed for customers looking for sleek, thin devices that prioritize long battery life. They enable powerful multitasking, basic video editing, advanced Office app processing (heavy spreadsheets and presentations).
- 12GB system memory for full-power multitasking: Plenty of high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run your games and photo- and video-editing applications, as well as multiple programs and browser tabs all at once.
- Solid State Drive (PCI-e): Save files fast and store more data. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCI-e SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
- AMD Radeon Vega 8: Integrated graphics chipset with shared video memory provides solid image quality for Internet use, movies, basic photo editing and casual gaming.
- Weighs 3.84 lbs. and measures 0.7" thin: Ultrathin and ultralight for maximum portability, featuring a smaller screen size and omitting the DVD/CD drive to achieve the compact form factor. 3-cell lithium-ion battery.
- HDMI output expands your viewing options: Connect to an HDTV or high-def monitor to set up two screens side by side or just see more of the big picture.
- Built-in media reader for simple photo transfer: Supports SD memory card formats.
- Wireless-AC connectivity (1x1, 433 Mbps): Connect to a Wireless-AC router for nearly 3x the speed, more capacity and wider coverage than Wireless-N (150 Mbps). Backward-compatible with all other Wi-Fi networks and hotspots.
- Built-in HP TrueVision HD webcam with dual-array digital microphone: Makes it easy to video chat with family and friends or teleconference with colleagues over Skype or other popular applications. Automatically adjusts for available light.
- Basic software package included: 30-days trial of Microsoft Office 365.
- Additional port: Headphone/microphone combo jack.
Whats Included
- HP 15-ef0023dx
- 3-cell battery
- Power adapter
- HP 15-ef0023dx
- 3-cell battery
- Power adapter
Product Manuals
Q: Am I forced to use Windows 10 in S mode? Can I get out of S mode without reducing performance?
A: For those that didn't read the specifications of this computer... it ships with "Windows 10 Home in S Mode". S Mode is a somewhat simplified version of Windows 10 Home. It requires that all applications are purchased via the Microsoft Store (similar to the Apple App Store or Android Google Play Store), and that means you can not directly install apps that you may have purchased elsewhere. They promote this as a security measure to help prevent the installation of malware. Also S Mode exclusively uses the Microsoft Edge browser and the Bing search engine and you can not change it. Again they say this is to enhance security. I can see it arguably desirable on a very low powered machine but they purport it is for school systems and the like to control what is installed (which is absurd as that can be controlled with existing Windows technologies used in business called Active Directory). It can be switched out of S mode, but i suspect there will be lots of unhappy people buying this and finding that they need to purchase new version of the application software which they thought they already had bought. Good luck!
Q: Does this laptop have a webcam built in for zoom?
A: This model does have a HP TrueVision HD webcam with an integrated dual array digital microphone, it will work great for Zoom.
Q: Is this computer good for photo editing?
A: Yes it is powerful enough for photo editing but note that it ships with Windows 10 Home is S Mode which means you have to purchase your apps from the Micsoft store unless you switch it out of S mode. I am saying that may find that the photo editing software that you may already own can not be installed unless you make the switch. Also note that it comes with a relatively small 256gb solid state disk drive. Fast, but small... what i would consider to be too small for most photo obsessed people... but of course you can always connect and external USB drive for additional storage or replace the internal with one that has more capacity. Good luck
A: That performance warning is only there so that if you install something that hits performance you can't come back and say "this performs like crap." Well, they warned you, but take it with a grain of salt, they don't put heavy hitters in the app store. Switch out of Windows S, you'll be happy you can install things like Chrome, and there is a very small chance you will see any performance changes as a result.
A: This will be more than sufficient. It will be fast and powerful - able to run most software and support heavy multitasking.
Q: AMD Ryzen™ 5 3500U. Would this be considered the same as an an i5 processor?
A: The AMD Ryzen 5 processor performs very similarly to the i5 processor.
Q: Can this run the Sims 4 or Minecraft?
A: Yes, this computer can run Sims 4. I recently purchased it and have played Sims on it consistently for the 4 or 5 days with no issue. I don’t play Minecraft so I cannot verify that.
Q: Does this model hav3 a backlit keyboard?
A: No, this doesn't have a backlit keyboard.
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