Customer Ratings & Reviews

The specs couldn't be more perfect for a student that wants the windows experience rather than the alternative that's out there for the type of money you're spending on this (Value!) Want to start off by saying the 14 inch form factor is very convenient, not too small, not too big and is a very light design. They give you a large variety of ports on this machine even with its size which is impressive including, an audio combo jack, USB-C port, two USB-A ports, an HDMI port and of course the power barrel plug. The speakers get plenty loud enough which is always great to see on a 14” model and the screen is excellent resolution for the size as well. It gets fairly bright too which is all too uncommon these days. Battery life is really good on this as its got the intel N150 processor which is essentially all energy efficient core design to provide the best experience for something like this. There is a lot of these out using this chip that do not have a fan however this one does include a fan allowing you to take advantage of its speed without being throttled to a crawl. This machine comes with windows 11 home which is in S-mode. If you are unfamiliar with what S mode is, it's essentially the computer being used inside of the Microsoft ecosystem as a whole. This means you can download any verified apps from the Microsoft Store, use edge browser, Outlook, the entire Office suite all the usual players here you’ve come to love. What this also means is that if you're giving this to a student they will be safe from any sort of virus or problems because everything is verified. Now, if that's something that you're not interested in you may very well just turn off S mode and return to a standard version of Windows 11 if you go through this process with your Microsoft account in the settings. If you do this it works like any other windows PC but without the added protections that Microsoft provides while in S-mode. That said this does everything that it needs to do and more and the fact that you get full windows on this and not a water down operating system like some competitors makes this all the better value. It's honestly hard to believe you can even buy a Windows laptop at this price point today but here it is!

I’m genuinely impressed with this HP 14” laptop. For the price, it delivers exactly what I needed and more. Setup was fast and easy right out of the box, and the laptop runs smoothly for everyday tasks like browsing, streaming, emails, video calls, and basic work or school needs. The Intel processor handles multitasking better than expected, and Windows 11 runs clean and responsive. The screen is bright and clear, the keyboard is comfortable to type on, and I really love the Sky Blue color—it looks modern and stylish instead of plain. For anyone looking for an affordable, lightweight laptop that’s reliable and user-friendly, this is a fantastic choice. It’s perfect for students, remote work, or everyday home use. HP really nailed the balance between price and performance with this one. Highly recommend!

I’m really happy with this HP 14” laptop! The Pale Rose Gold color is beautiful and looks very sleek and modern. It’s lightweight and easy to carry, which makes it perfect for everyday use, whether I’m working, browsing, or streaming. The Intel N150 processor runs smoothly for daily tasks, and the laptop boots up quickly thanks to the 128GB UFS storage. The 14” screen is clear and comfortable for long periods of use, and the keyboard is surprisingly comfortable for typing. For the price, this laptop delivers exactly what it promises reliable performance, great portability, and a stylish design. Definitely a great value and an easy 5-star recommendation!

We love this particular laptop for is size. Compared to our older one it is smaller, sleeker and lighter. The color is really pretty, we got the blue, which is my favorite color. Function wise, it has all the features needed for me to handle business as usual and is beyond easy to use. Personalization was easy and transferring all or my data/files was a breeze. There were no connection or compatibility issues. Overall, it was a smooth transition from one laptop to a modern/new labtop.

This was a good buy for the needs of my student. His school uses Google Classroom, and while a Chromebook is nice, the lifespan of it was limited, so this was a perfect next step. He loves the size of it while maintaining the lightweight feel. While it may not have all the features he wanted, like a touchscreen or a backlit keyboard, it has enough space and processing power to do what needs to be done for school, which is the most important! Marked it down one star because the screen display is not our favorite, but it is not a deal breaker at all.

Can Microsoft still perform with under powered specs? What does that even mean? HP’s 14” laptop cuts some corners, but not many, to drive a low price. It does not support USB-C charging, which could be a deal breaker. Compared to my work laptop, the screen on this is lower resolution. This makes the text larger, icons larger, and all of it less sharp. The keyboard is a little squishy, but still has nice spacing. There’s no back light, so you’ll have a little challenge if it’s darker in your work space. It feels like it’s about the same weight, but it’s thicker. The case is plastic instead of aluminum or some space age material. Battery life has been great so far, with several hours of web application usage. It includes WiFi 6 support for decently fast speeds. While in the same room as my router, it maxed out at my ISP speed. Upstairs, it showed some drop off compared to my phones which have WiFi 7. What does this mean when using the machine for Office apps and school projects? First, be aware that this has Windows S mode enabled by default. Windows S ensures high performance by limiting what you can install to those apps in the Microsoft store. Even common apps like Zoom and Audacity are locked out. This mode can easily be disabled, but it’s a one way street. After disabling, I didn’t notice much of a performance difference as long as I stayed with a single app. With more applications open, the machine is definitely slower than my work machine. Switching apps is less smooth and leaves a black screen in some cases for a few seconds. Everything catches up eventually, but it’s a reminder that cost cutting comes at a price. In the end, it’s a price which I think is worth paying to get a Windows machine around $200 new. It’s less than many used machines and still comes with a fast SSD and full support for current software. This machine is a way to get a Windows machine at a Chromebook price. It provides all the advantages of Windows, including a 1 year subscription to the MS Office suite, which is half the cost of the machine. After exiting S mode, Chrome can be installed, though I personally prefer Edge as it’s less bloated and doesn’t track your movements across the web to sell advertising. The versatility of Windows is still unbeaten. My biggest complaint and enough to make me not recommend this is lack fo USB-C charging. It has a USB-C port, along with HDMI output which will drive a high resolution screen. However, it will not accept a charge through the port. As it only requires a 65-Watt power support, this oversight is a bit inexplicable. Every laptop I’ve owned in the past 4 years has accepted a USB-C charger. This allowed for use in the car as well as sharing a charger when the family is on vacation. At the very least, it would be nice to have a USB output on the charger block, so I wouldn’t have to carry two chargers with me on vacation (phone & laptop). It unfortunately spoils what’s otherwise a very good value priced option.

Not a bad little laptop for the price. Small enough to carry with me without having to worry about it taking up too much space. I say it’s pretty light weight and a nice size to let my children use when just watching a streaming platform. This is something o probably take on a vacation because of the size and the price I paid for it. I say this is more of a laptop I would use for simple things. Nothing too complex good tool for someone to learn on that may not know a lot about computers.

Works great! A much needed replacement for my old Lenovo from 2019 lol- speeds are great, I mostly use mine for work (I manage a fitness center) so I mostly use it to run all of our CRMs, it keeps up with ease and the battery life is pretty sturdy as well. And of course, gotta love the color. My only gripe is that the keyboard isn’t lit, and it can be difficult at times to see my screen in some lighting

This was an insanely great buy when it was the "Deal of the Day". I needed a small, lightweight, knock-around laptop, since my main laptop is pretty much stationary as it is connected to a monitor, mouse, keyboard, etc. I wasn't expecting much, but the performance is surprisingly good. As someone else mentioned, even though it's not "upgradeable" according to HP, it does have a free-standing memory slot, and the memory can be upgraded to 16GB (DDR4 3200). However, you would need the right tools to disassemble the case, and prior experience disassembling mobile devices or laptops would be a plus. Once I upgraded the memory to 16GB, I notice very little performance differences using most functions like streaming, office apps, etc. between this and my other laptop (I5-1235u). I'm not a gamer, so I can't provide much insight on that performance aspect. Items to Note: 1. Took it out of "S" mode, and did not notice a performance hit. 2. Very difficult to find more detailed specs. Even HPs web site doesn't provide many details on memory slots, whether memory is soldered, etc. (it has one slot - i.e not dual-channel, upgradeable to 16GB) 3. Tools like crucial.com device scanner app were unable to find this laptop. 4. Even before I upgraded the memory to 16GB, the performance was still decent with 4GB 5. The display is fine, and battery life is pretty good.

If you're looking for a basic, cost effective Chromebook, then this HP Chromebook will hit that mark. It has and does everything anyone would need for basic computing. I have several laptops and Chromebooks and my personal preference is to use Chrome os on all these units. So I'm quite familiar with it. This particular laptop has all the basic functions and inputs that most people, and in particular, I think HP had students in mind for this unit. It has usb-a, HDMI, usb-c and a headphone jack. It even has an SD card reader, which I like but have noticed that most newer laptops has forgone this feature. The laptop itself is snappy and loads most things in a well time manner. It's not going to win any speed races against other computers, but for basic use, it's fine. The keyboard and mouse track are sufficient and didn't give me a feeling of some cheap computers I've ran across. The screen is just ok, and again perfect for basic use. I don't recommend using it in any bright areas because it does wash out. Speakers are good to use in normal environments. For your basic laptop, HP did a good job building a quality unit

Weighing less than 5 pounds, it is thin and easy to transport. No fans nor high processor power demands provided all day use. The on-board Solid-State Drive is ample for basic programs and documents. 4 gigs of RAM compliment the lean power demand as does the graphics display whose maximum resolution is 1366 x 768. The display is sharp and easy on the eyes. As with most displays, it can be set to might mode. The CPU is an INTEL N150/ According to Intel’s website data, the Intel Processor N150 is the slowest mobile processor of the Twin Lake family. Twin Lake is mostly identical to Alder Lake-N, an architecture that will turn 4 this summer, 2025. The N150 is meant for entry-level laptops, tablets and mini-PCs with no fans; it offers 4 Efficient (Gracemont) cores that run at up to 3.6 GHz, but no Performance cores. Compared to the N250, the N150 has a significantly slower iGPU and slightly lower CPU clock speeds. I like the SD slot on the left wall of the laptop. The right side sports the power connector, two (2) USB-A and one (1) USB-C ports, and a standard headphone/mic jack. Working with the mouse pad is flawless. I’m not pleased with the keyboard. There are no raised touch points on the all-flat keyboard keys. The keys themselves work well and provide good tactile feedback, are quiet, but I easily get lost as I am not a touch typist. Also, since my vision is not as good as it once was, the contract of the thin black lettering against the grey keytops is extremely hard to see. Definitely meant for someone with better typing skills than me. HP provides the basic windows 365 apps, word, excel, PowerPoint, and outlook as well as a one drive account if you activate it for one year. The laptop starts out in “S” mode so only certified Microsoft Store apps can be loaded. This can be changed by activating standard Windows HOME mode, not reversible. As for other software, X-Box abilities and Game Bar are included. A fair entry level PC.

I just loved it. Super battery power and excellent working. My best purchase of the year

This 14 inch HP Laptop is just the perfect size for me to move from room to room when I need to look at something with a screen larger than my cellphone. It has all the capabilities of a regular computer and it is light weight so I can move around with it with ease. It boosts up really fast with no lagging. I am very please with this laptop. I would recommend it to others that may be looking for a small computer when a cellphone or a tablet screen just want do. I did not have any issues downloading my software, setting up my email or connecting to my HP printer. Everything was quick and easy! This was a great buy.

This laptop is a great value for those of us who simply need a good laptop that performs well for basic needs. It is plenty fast, the amount of memory is good, the size is large enough to clearly view everything, the clarity of text and graphics is surprisingly good for the price, and it is light enough to easily transport.

I was looking for a budget laptop computer. AT first I was skeptical about purchasing this particular computer, but I decided to give it a try and I'm glad I purchase the HP - 14" Laptop - Intel Processor N150 2025- 4GB Memory - 128GB UFS - Natural Silver. It comes with three different color versions and I find it appealing. As I turn it on the laptop, I find the speed excellent and the display monitor respond promptly. I find the laptop computer responsive and I highly recommended it to anyone who would like to purchase their first laptop computer. Overall, the battery is excellent and it recharge promptly. It's an entry level budget laptop computer and it's good for a starter laptop computer and for doing things for school work or browsing the internet websites. It exceeded my expectation, I recommend this product to anyone. I'm glad I try it. Go ahead, I say give it a try and beside you nothing lose.

It's an excellent value for the price. It runs smoothly and quickly, has a long lasting battery life, and performs all the basic tasks I use it for. If you need something that is small, light weight, and runs basic tasks well, this laptop is a great investment.

I love this item it is perfect for what I do it's compact it's fast and it holds a good charge good clean screen it's perfect for what I am doing with it

Used for daily computing purposes, I needed a rugged, economical laptop to replace my HP Stream that was not upgradeable to Windows 11. I purchased this for a low cost on a Black Friday Sale. It - was - horrible Slow, minimal RAM. I installed a 16GB stick of RAM and a 120GB SD card. It now works acceptably well for what I use it for as a light weight, portable laptop that I can use at work, home, or on the road. For the cost, and what it does, it is a high value providing excellent utility.

This HP 14" laptop is perfect for basic tasks like browsing, email, and documents. It’s lightweight, fast to start up, and the design is sleek in natural silver. The 128GB storage is enough for essential files, and the Intel N150 handles daily work smoothly. Great price for the quality!

This laptop has exceeded my expectations—smooth performance, long battery life, and great design. What made the purchase even more special was the excellent customer service. The gentleman who helped me went above and beyond to explain all the options and made sure I got exactly what I needed. It wasn’t just a purchase, it was a great experience start to finish.