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HP - Pavilion 16.1" Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti - 512GB SSD + 32GB Optane

Model: 16-a0032dx
SKU: 6409145
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  • Key Specs
    • Screen Size: 16.1 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full 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: false (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: Intel 10th Generation Core i5 (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: 512 gigabytes
    • System Memory (RAM): 8 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: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (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.)
    • Battery Life (up to): 10.5 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
    • 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: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
  • General
    • Product Name: Pavilion 16.1" Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti - 512GB SSD + 32GB Optane
    • Brand: HP
    • Model Number: 16-a0032dx
    • Year of Release: 2020
  • Display
    • Display Type: LED
    • Screen Size: 16.1 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full 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: false (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: Intel
    • Processor Model: Intel 10th Generation Core i5 (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: 10210U
  • Storage
    • Storage Type: SSD
    • Total Storage Capacity: 512 gigabytes
    • Solid State Drive Capacity: 512 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).)
  • Memory
    • System Memory (RAM): 8 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.)
    • Number Of Memory Slots: 2
    • Number of Memory Sticks Included: 2
  • Graphics
    • Graphics Type: Dedicated (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: NVIDIA
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (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 (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 HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
    • Number of DisplayPort Outputs (Total): 1
    • 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: 1
  • Power
    • Battery Life (up to): 10.5 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
    • Battery Cells: 3-cell
  • Camera
    • Front-Facing Camera: true
    • Front Facing Camera Video Resolution: 1080p (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used by the camera facing the user to capture video. The higher the resolution the finer the video detail that can be seen.)
    • Built-In Microphone: 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: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
    • Customizable Keyboard Lighting: No
    • Touchpad Type: HP Imagepad with multi-touch gesture support
    • Customizable Case Lighting: false
    • Audio Technology: Audio by B&O with dual speakers
    • Speaker Type: Audio by B&O with dual speakers
    • Stylus Dock: None
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 0.93 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: 14.57 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: 10.33 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: 5.16 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: Windows 10 Home
    • 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
    • Stylus Included: false
  • Other
    • UPC: 194850472640

The power to master any game. With a powerful Intel® processor and NVIDIA® graphics, this gaming laptop will tackle everything you throw at it. The enhanced thermals keep everything cool, so you can game harder, better, faster and longer.

  • Windows 10 Home 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.
  • 16.1" Full HD WLED Screen: 16.1-inch diagonal FHD, 144 Hz, IPS, anti-glare, micro-edge, WLEDbacklit, 300 nits, 72% NTSC (1920 x 1080)
  • 10th Gen Intel Core i5-10300H processor: Smart quad-core, four-way processing performance. Intel Turbo Boost Technology delivers dynamic extra power when you need it, while increasing energy efficiency when you don't.
  • 8 GB DDR4 system memory for advanced multitasking: Substantial 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.
  • 512GB Solid State Drive + 32GB Optane: 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.
  • NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1660 Ti: 6 GB GDDR6 dedicated Memory; Max-Q design
  • Audio by B&O with dual speakers: HP Dual Speakers, HP Audio Boost, and tuning by B&O deliver a rich, authentic audio experience.
  • Wi-Fi 5 (2x2) & Bluetooth® 5.0: With a Wi-Fi 5 (2x2) WLAN adapter and Bluetooth® 5.0, all your connections are rock solid.
  • Camera: HP TrueVision HD Camera with integrated dual array digital microphones
  • Backlit keyboard with integrated numeric pad: Keep going comfortably even in darker environments.
  • Xbox Game Pass for PC: Get access to over 100 high-quality PC games on Windows 10. With the Xbox app for Windows 10 PC, it’s easier than ever to discover your next favorite game. Get your first month for $1.
Whats Included
  • Power Adapter
  • 3-cell Battery

Q: First, are both RAM memories replaceable? If so, does it support DDR4 3200 240 pin? Second, is it normal when you game with the laptop without being plugged in, black/white boxes may appear while the game loads before going back to normal?

A: Yes. there are 2 memory sockets available for ease of upgrades. DDR4 3200 will need to be installed in both RAM slots and Bios/UEFI modified to OV Clock Mem speed. As with any Gaming/Content creation Laptop normal game loading will have different performance when over clocking the GPU. The NVidia 1660Ti GPU onboard this Laptop is an excellent graphics card that has been benched marked to play all current Games on par with the Radeon 5600m. This Laptop is a Gamers and Content creators delight!

Q: is the Graphics card actually a 1660ti or is it the 1660 ti - max -Q?

A: The graphics card equipped with this HP Pavilion Gaming 16 model. NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1660 Ti Max-Q design (6 GB)ram. Teaming up with Intel`10th gen CPU SOC low power, high performance optimization. Featuring the Latest technology advancements in CPU and Graphics design. Low power draw(Longer Battery Life, Hr), Low thermal dissipation, High CPU/GPU clock cycles unheard of for Mobile Computers. Kudos to HP for continuing to bring to market high Quality innovative designs with great Price/Value.

Q: Can the battery be upgraded? How hard is it to upgrade Memory, Storage for future upgrades.

A: At this time the Battery may be replaced by simply removing the cover held by a few screws. This Laptop has been Designed with Upgradeability in mind adding to this laptop`s endurance and longevity with user friendly upgrades. Find below listed upgrade options for The 16 inch Pavilion Gaming Laptop. . Storage PCIe 3.x M.2 Slot for NVMe drives (upto 32GB/s) . Storage AHCI 6GB/s SATA slot for 2.5 HDD or SSD drives. . Memory Slots 2 DDR4 PC3200 (Higher speeds with UEFI OV) . Replaceable USB 3.1 micro board/module for future USB 3.2/USB 4.0 gen module Upgrade. (USB 4.0 upgrade maybe dependent on Chipset feature option) . M.2 Key E Slot for Wifi/Bluetooth module ( Intel Wifi 6 module currently available as an option) . REPLACEABLE BATTERY with easy disconnect ribbon connector for future higher capacity Upgrade.

Q: What is the color gamut and refresh rate for the display?

A: The display on this model is a 1080P, 144 Hz, IPS, WLED-backlit, 300 nits panel. It will cover 72% of the NTSC color gamut.

Q: Can this laptop also be used to do high school and college schoolwork?

A: This laptop will work great for school work as well as a gaming laptop.

Q: What type of RAM does this laptop use, and what is the maximum RAM capacity?

A: This model uses DDR4-2933 SDRAM. 32GB would be the max amount of RAM you can install.

Q: What does this laptop have for storage upgrades? (How many m.2 ports and is there a 2.5 in HDD slot?)

A: This laptop does have a 2.5" HDD slot. Here is a link to the internal/external parts locator for this laptop: http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c06665346