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The HP g6-2212ss laptop is a robust and versatile model, ideal for everyday use. With a 15.6-inch screen and a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels, it provides a pleasant visual experience for work and entertainment.

Equipped with an Intel® Core™ i5-3210M processor running at a frequency of 2.5 GHz (with Turbo Boost up to 3.1 GHz), this computer ensures smooth performance, even when running multiple tasks simultaneously thanks to its 2 cores and 4 threads.

The internal memory of 6 GB of DDR3-SDRAM ensures efficient application management, while its 500 GB hard drive allows for a large amount of data storage. The HP g6-2212ss is also equipped with an Intel® HD Graphics 4000 graphics card and an AMD Radeon HD 7670M, providing satisfactory graphics performance for light gaming and multimedia.

In terms of connectivity, this computer includes USB ports, an HDMI port, and an Ethernet port for fast and reliable connections. It is also compatible with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, making it easy to connect to various devices.

Finally, with its 6-cell battery and NiMH battery technology, the HP g6-2212ss offers reasonable battery life for extended use. Available in a modern black color, it combines functionality and elegance, making it a practical choice for users on the go.

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Editorial note

The HP g6-2212ss presents itself as a solid laptop, ideal for users looking for a powerful device at a reasonable price. Equipped with an Intel® Core™ i5-3210M processor and 6 GB of internal memory, this computer allows for smooth use for daily tasks and multimedia applications. The 500 GB storage capacity on an HDD provides appreciated flexibility for backing up data and files. The nickel-metal hybrid (NiMH) battery technology ensures good battery life, allowing for prolonged use without the need for frequent recharging. Additionally, its varied connectivity, including USB ports, HDMI, and a memory card reader, guarantees compatibility with various peripherals. However, some drawbacks may limit its appeal. The absence of USB 3.0 ports may hinder transfer speeds with modern devices, and the screen resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels may not satisfy users demanding superior display quality. Furthermore, with only 6 GB of RAM, multitasking capability may prove insufficient for more resource-intensive applications. Finally, its weight of 2480 g could make it less convenient to transport for those seeking a lightweight model. Overall, the HP g6-2212ss offers good value for money, but it may not meet the needs of all users, particularly those looking for better graphics performance or increased portability.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is generally positive thanks to the solid performance provided by the Intel® Core™ i5-3210M processor, but the screen resolution may disappoint some users.

Performance

The performance is adequate for everyday tasks, but the 6 GB RAM capacity may be insufficient for more demanding applications.

Battery life

The nickel-metal hybrid (NiMH) battery technology offers good battery life, allowing for extended use without frequent recharging.

Design

The weight of 2480 g may make the laptop less convenient to carry, and the lack of USB 3.0 ports limits connectivity to modern devices.

Value for money

With a good price-to-quality ratio, the 500 GB storage capacity and expandable memory up to 8 GB make it a reasonable choice for budget-conscious users.

Usability

The varied connectivity with USB ports, HDMI, and a memory card reader is appreciated, although the absence of a microphone jack input may limit some usage options.

Advantages

Intel® Core™ i5 processor for solid performance.

6 GB of RAM, expandable to 8 GB.

15.6-inch screen, resolution 1366 x 768.

500 GB HDD storage for data.

USB ports, HDMI, and card reader.

NiMH battery for good battery life.

Disadvantages

No USB 3.0 ports

Insufficient screen resolution

Limited 6 GB of RAM

Too heavy for transport

Lack of microphone jack input

Technical Specifications g6-2212ss

General Information

Processor

  • Processor frequency
    2.5 GHz
  • Processor family
    Intel® Core™ i5
  • Processor model
    i5-3210M
  • Processor Turbo Frequency
    3.1 GHz
  • Number of processor cores
    2
  • Number of processor threads
    4
  • Computer bus
    5 GT/s
  • Processor socket (processor receptacle)
    BGA 1023
  • Processor manufacturer
    Intel
  • Number of supported processors
    1
  • Processor cache type
    L3
  • Processor cache memory
    3 MB
  • System bus processor
    - MHz
  • Processor lithography
    22 nm
  • Processor operating modes
    64-bit
  • Stepping
    L1
  • Bus type
    DMI
  • Processor code name
    Ivy Bridge
  • Parity FSB
    No
  • Thermal envelope (TDP, Thermal Design Power)
    35 W
  • Processor series
    Intel Core i5-3200 Mobile series
  • Parity FSB
    No
  • Maximum number of PCI Express lanes
    16
  • Version of PCI Express locations
    3.0
  • PCI Express Configurations
    1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4
  • Tjunction
    105 °C
  • CPU Multiplier
    25
  • Processor generation
    Intel® Core™ i5 3rd generation

Representation / realization

  • Motherboard chipset
    Intel HM76 Express

Memory

  • Internal memory
    6 GB
  • Type of internal memory
    DDR3-SDRAM
  • Memory configuration (slot x size)
    1 x 2 + 1 x 4 GB
  • Memory locations
    2x SO-DIMM
  • Memory locations (available)
    0
  • Maximum internal memory
    8 GB

Other features

  • LightScribe
    -
  • Maximum internal memory (64-bit)
    8 GB
  • Power adapter included
    Yes

Storage support

  • Hard drive capacity
    500 GB
  • Storage media
    HDD
  • Number of installed hard drives
    1
  • Hard drive capacity
    500 GB
  • Hard drive interface
    SATA
  • Hard disk rotation speed
    5400 RPM
  • Built-in memory card reader
    Yes
  • Optical reader
    DVD Super Multi DL

Screen

  • Screen size
    15.6 "
  • Screen resolution
    1366 x 768 pixels
  • LED backlighting
    Yes
  • Image format
    16:9
  • Number of colors displayed
    16.78 million colors
  • Screen brightness
    200 cd/m²
  • Contrast ratio
    300:1
  • Touch screen
    No

Graphique

  • Graphics adapter model included
    Intel® HD Graphics 4000
  • Distinct graphics adapter model
    AMD Radeon HD 7670M
  • Dedicated graphics card memory
    2 GB
  • Type of graphics card
    GDDR3
  • Number of discrete graphics cards
    1
  • Base frequency of integrated graphics card
    650 MHz
  • Dynamic frequency (max) of integrated graphics card
    1100 MHz
  • ID of the integrated graphics card
    0x166
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    Yes
  • Integrated graphics adapter family
    Intel® HD Graphics

Audio

  • Audio system
    -
  • Built-in microphone
    Yes
  • Number of built-in speakers
    2
  • Speaker manufacturer
    Altec Lansing
  • Built-in microphone
    Yes

Network

  • Bluetooth
    Yes
  • Wifi standards
    802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Bluetooth
    Yes
  • LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate
    10, 100 Mbit/s
  • Bluetooth
    Yes
  • Wiring technology
    10/100Base-T(X)

Connectivity

  • Headset output
    1
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) type A ports
    2
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Headset output
    1
  • Headset output
    1
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • Headset output
    1
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Headset output
    1
  • Microphone jack input
    Yes
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • Connection of a microphone
    3.5 mm
  • Connection of a microphone
    3.5 mm
  • Charging port type
    DC-in jack

Keyboard

  • Keyboard layout
    -
  • Pointing device
    Touchpad
  • Island-style keyboard
    Yes
  • Island-style keyboard
    Yes
  • Island-style keyboard
    Yes
  • Island-style keyboard
    Yes

Software

  • Installed operating system
    Windows 8
  • Operating System Architecture
    64-bit
  • Drivers included
    Yes

Design

  • Product type
    Laptop
  • Product color
    Black
  • Format
    Clamshell
  • Country of origin
    China

Battery

  • Battery technology
    Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
  • Number of battery cells
    6
  • Maximum battery life
    - h

Power

  • AC power adapter
    90 W
  • Power adapter frequency
    50 - 60 Hz
  • Input voltage of the power adapter
    100 - 240 V
  • Self-detection power
    Yes

Security

  • Cable anti-theft lock
    Yes

Weight and dimensions

  • Weight
    2480 g
  • Width
    376 mm
  • Depth
    244 mm
  • Height
    36.3 mm

Packaging contents

  • Cables included
    Sector
  • Quick Start Guide
    Yes
  • Quick Start Guide
    Yes

Environmental conditions

  • Operating temperature
    5 - 35 °C
  • Temperature out of operation
    -20 - 60 °C
  • Operating relative humidity (H-H)
    10 - 90 %
  • Relative humidity rate (storage)
    5 - 95 %
  • Operating altitude
    -15 - 3048 m
  • Non-operating altitude
    -15 - 12192 m

Sustainability

  • Sustainability certificates
    EPEAT Silver
  • ENERGY STAR

Special features of the processor

  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
    2.0
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    No
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    No
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    No
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    No
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Supported instruction set
    AVX
  • CPU Configuration (max)
    1
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    No
  • Graphic lithography and IMC
    22 nm
  • Version of Intel® security key technology
    1.00
  • Version of Intel® security key technology
    1.00
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    No
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Processor packaging size
    31.0 x 24.0 (BGA1023) mm
  • Processor code
    SR0N0
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
    Yes
  • Processor ID ARK
    65708

Features

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Frequently Asked Questions

What influences the download speed on the Internet?
The download speed on the Internet is determined by the type of connection you are using. For example, a 25 Mb/s connection means that you should theoretically be able to download 25 MB per second.
What are the dimensions of my laptop screen?
The size of your laptop is generally measured in inches, where 1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters. This dimension corresponds to the diagonal of the screen, which you measure from the bottom left corner to the top right corner.
What does the acronym HDMI stand for?
HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. An HDMI cable allows for the transmission of audio and video signals between different devices.
What is the best method to clean my laptop?
To remove fingerprints, a soft, slightly damp cloth is ideal. For dust in hard-to-reach areas, using compressed air is recommended.
How can I clean my keyboard?
To clean the keyboard, tilt it upside down and use a can of compressed air to remove dirt. You can also wipe the keys with a damp cloth.
What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth allows for the wireless transmission of data between electronic devices via radio waves. Generally, the range of this connection can reach up to ten meters.
What is the weight of the HP g6-2212ss?
The weight of the HP g6-2212ss is 2480 g.
What is the screen size of the HP g6-2212ss?
The screen of the HP g6-2212ss measures 15.6 inches.
What is the height of the HP g6-2212ss?
The height of the HP g6-2212ss is 36.3 mm.
What is the resolution of the screen of the HP g6-2212ss?
The resolution of the screen of the HP g6-2212ss is 1366 x 768 pixels.
What is the width of the HP g6-2212ss?
The width of the HP g6-2212ss is 376 mm.
What is the depth of the HP g6-2212ss?
The depth of the HP g6-2212ss is 244 mm.
Is the manual for the HP g6-2212ss available in French?
Unfortunately, the manual for the HP g6-2212ss is not available in French. It is only available in English.

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General Information

The HP g6-2212ss is a laptop from the HP brand, known for its innovation and quality in the field of information technology. This model, identified by the code g6-2212ss | C6S40EA, is designed to provide optimal performance and a satisfying user experience. Its EAN code, 887111605597, allows for unique identification in the distribution system.

Processor

This model is equipped with an Intel® Core™ i5-3210M processor, operating at a base frequency of 2.5 GHz, with a Turbo capability of up to 3.1 GHz. With 2 cores and 4 threads, it efficiently manages multitasking. The 5 GT/s system bus ensures fast communication between components, while the 22 nm lithography optimizes performance and energy efficiency. The 3 MB L3 cache allows for quick access to frequently used data.

Representation / Implementation

The motherboard of the HP g6-2212ss is integrated with an Intel HM76 Express chipset, ensuring efficient resource management and good overall performance.

Memory

The HP g6-2212ss is equipped with 6 GB of DDR3-SDRAM memory, expandable up to 8 GB. This memory configuration, consisting of a 2 GB module and a 4 GB module, allows for smooth application usage. Two SO-DIMM slots are available, optimizing performance.

Other Features

The product includes a power adapter for immediate use. LightScribe technology allows for label burning directly onto discs, adding a personal touch to your storage media.

Storage

With a capacity of 500 GB, the HDD of the HP g6-2212ss offers ample space for your data and applications. The SATA interface ensures fast data transfer, while the 5400 RPM rotational speed guarantees satisfactory performance. An integrated memory card reader facilitates file transfers, accompanied by a Super Multi DL DVD optical drive.

Screen

The screen of the HP g6-2212ss, with a diagonal of 15.6 inches, displays a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels, providing adequate display quality for viewing multimedia content. The LED backlighting enhances visibility, while the 16:9 aspect ratio ensures an immersive experience. The contrast ratio of 300:1 and brightness of 200 cd/m² contribute to a pleasant visual experience.

Graphics

The HP g6-2212ss integrates the Intel® HD Graphics 4000 graphics adapter, ensuring sufficient performance for common multimedia tasks. A dedicated AMD Radeon HD 7670M graphics card with 2 GB of memory enhances performance for more demanding graphic applications.

Audio

The stereo audio system, with built-in Altec Lansing speakers, offers appreciable sound quality, while an integrated microphone allows for clear communications during calls or recordings.

Network

Wireless connectivity is provided by a Wi-Fi module compatible with 802.11b/g/n standards, ensuring a fast and reliable connection. The HP g6-2212ss also features an Ethernet/LAN port for stable wired network connections and Bluetooth functionality for wireless connections with other devices.

Connectivity

The HP g6-2212ss includes a USB 2.0 port, an HDMI port for connecting to external displays, and a VGA (D-Sub) port. However, it does not offer USB 3.0 ports, which may limit transfer speeds with some modern peripherals.

Keyboard

The full keyboard, equipped with Windows keys and a touchpad, allows for intuitive navigation. The key layout is designed to provide a pleasant typing experience without a numeric keypad, which may suit some users.

Software

The HP g6-2212ss comes pre-installed with Windows 8, offering a user-friendly and modern interface. Its 64-bit architecture allows for efficient system resource management.

Design

This model features an elegant black finish, and its bar design facilitates use in various contexts. Manufactured in China, it meets high-quality standards.

Battery

The 6-cell nickel-metal hybrid (NiMH) battery ensures extended battery life, suitable for daily use. Its energy efficiency allows for prolonged work sessions without interruption.

Weight and Dimensions

Environmental Conditions

The HP g6-2212ss operates within a temperature range of 5 to 35 °C, with a storage condition resistance capacity ranging from -20 to 60 °C. It operates effectively in humidity levels ranging from 10 to 90 %.

Durability

This model is EPEAT Silver and ENERGY STAR certified, attesting to its compliance with energy efficiency and environmental sustainability standards.

Special Processor Features

The Intel® Core™ i5-3210M processor incorporates several advanced technologies, such as Turbo Boost, Hyper-Threading, and virtualization, enhancing the device's performance and security. It is also compatible with features such as Intel® Wireless Display for wireless multimedia streaming.