HP LAPTOP BRIGHTNESS CONTROL SOFTWARE PRO

The surface's dotted texture sooner leaves us with mixed feelings. Users who prefer conventional scrolling: A horizontal and vertical scroll field can be enabled in the touchpad options. In addition to the good size (98 x 54 mm) and the flawless accuracy, we especially liked the multi-touch capabilities and the reliability of gestures (rotate, zoom & scroll). HP has done a good job with the touchpad. It's enough to simply press them (their behavior can be modified in the BIOS). The FN key isn't needed for special functions (display brightness control, etc.).

HP LAPTOP BRIGHTNESS CONTROL SOFTWARE PRO

In return, we have the dedicated number pad and the good layout on the pro side.

The fairly short key drop is also a matter of taste. It makes a somewhat unclear impression in contrast to other models. Beyond that, the typing feel has room for improvement. Only the flat F row (height of only 9 mm) and the small center arrow keys might displease a few users. In our opinion, a usable surface of 15 x 15 mm is good. Although the keys are beveled toward the outer sides, it doesn't create a real chiclet design.

The keyboard didn't knock our socks off in any respect. Most 17 inch devices are within the same range. Dimensions of 412 x 268 x 37 mm and a weight of 2.8 kg aren't anything unusual. Vibrating surfaces nevertheless cause the screen to teeter evidently. Meanwhile, the hinges are pulled fairly tight, which leads to the base unit lifting up along when the device is opened (both hands are needed for opening). The top only yields around the drive and battery area under stronger force. Apart from the fairly wobbly screen, we would describe the notebook's stability as acceptable. However, stains are well-hidden since the surfaces are made of an elegant gray color. Dust particles and fingerprints soon accumulate, in particular on the lid and in the keyboard area. The sensitive high-gloss finish isn't as convincing. The material nevertheless makes a robust impression the workmanship hardly gives reason for complaint with the exception of smaller details (transition between display bezel and lid could be a bit finer). That is clearly noticed when taking a closer look at the laptop.

Like most contenders, HP completely relies on plastic. Although the case's quality can't keep up with that of a Pavilion dv7 or Envy 17, the case is absolutely acceptable for EUR 500.

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