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The HP g7-2150so is a laptop versatile enough to meet your daily needs. Featuring a 17.3-inch display with a resolution of 1600 x 900 pixels, it provides a pleasant viewing experience for work and entertainment. Its Intel® Core™ i5-3210M processor with a frequency of 2.5 GHz, capable of reaching 3.1 GHz in Turbo mode, ensures optimal performance for managing multiple tasks simultaneously.

With 8 GB of DDR3 memory and a 750 GB hard drive, the HP g7-2150so offers generous storage space for your documents, photos, and videos. Additionally, it is equipped with an Intel® HD Graphics 4000 graphics card, which allows for a smooth multimedia experience.

This model also includes wireless connectivity via Wi-Fi 802.11n and an Ethernet port, ensuring fast and reliable connections. The USB 2.0, HDMI, and VGA ports provide various connectivity options for your peripherals.

The battery, featuring 6 cells, uses nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) technology, ensuring sufficient autonomy for prolonged use. Finally, the HP g7-2150so comes pre-installed with Windows 7 Home Premium, offering a user-friendly interface for a smooth user experience.

In summary, the HP g7-2150so is a robust laptop, suitable for both professional and personal use, with features designed for efficient daily use.

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Editorial note

The HP g7-2150so stands out for its optimized performance, thanks to its Intel® Core™ i5-3210M processor, which offers a Turbo frequency of up to 3.1 GHz. This power, combined with 8 GB of RAM, ensures smooth application usage, making it an ideal choice for demanding tasks. Additionally, its generous storage capacity of 750 GB allows for the backup of a large amount of data, thus meeting the needs of many users. However, the model has some notable drawbacks. The maximum internal memory is limited to 8 GB, which may prove insufficient for users requiring intensive multitasking. Furthermore, the hard drive operates at 5400 RPM, which can lead to slower access times compared to 7200 RPM hard drives or SSDs. The lack of USB 3.0 ports also limits data transfer speeds for modern peripherals. In terms of design, the HP g7-2150so features a 17.3-inch screen with a HD+ resolution (1600 x 900 pixels), providing a pleasant visual experience, although some users may prefer Full HD display quality. Its weight of 2980 g may also make the device less portable for on-the-go use. In terms of connectivity, the model has a reliable Wi-Fi connection as well as an Ethernet port, ensuring stable Internet access. However, the absence of security features such as a security cable port may raise concerns about the product's robustness. In summary, the HP g7-2150so represents good value for money, offering solid performance for general use. Despite some limitations, it remains an interesting option for those seeking a functional and efficient laptop.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is generally positive thanks to a powerful processor and 8 GB of RAM, ensuring smooth application usage.

Performance

The Intel® Core™ i5-3210M processor with a Turbo frequency of up to 3.1 GHz offers optimized performance for demanding tasks.

Battery life

The nickel-metal hybrid battery technology provides acceptable battery life, but details on maximum battery life are not provided.

Design

With a 17.3-inch screen and a modern black finish, the design is attractive, but its weight of 2980 g may hinder portability.

Value for money

For the price, the 750 GB storage capacity and performance are satisfactory, although the maximum memory of 8 GB may be a drawback.

Features

The product offers good features, but the lack of USB 3.0 ports and a 5400 RPM hard drive may limit the user experience.

Usability

The interface is intuitive, but the resolution of 1600 x 900 pixels may not meet the expectations of users looking for Full HD display quality.

Robustness

The product is quite robust, but the absence of security features like a security cable port may raise concerns.

Advantages

High-performance Intel® Core™ i5-3210M processor

17.3-inch HD+ screen for multimedia

Generous 750 GB of storage

8 GB of RAM for smooth multitasking

Reliable Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity

Disadvantages

Memory limited to only 8 GB

Slow hard drive at 5400 RPM

No USB 3.0 ports available

Screen resolution lower than Full HD

Heavy weight, difficult to carry

Technical Specifications g7-2150so

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 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 manufacturer
    Intel
  • Processor generation
    Intel® Core™ i5 3rd generation

Representation / realization

  • Motherboard chipset
    Intel HM76 Express

Memory

  • Maximum internal memory
    8 GB
  • Type of internal memory
    DDR3-SDRAM
  • Memory configuration (slot x size)
    2 x 4 GB
  • Memory locations
    2x SO-DIMM
  • Maximum internal memory
    8 GB

Other features

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

Storage support

  • Hard drive capacity
    750 GB
  • Storage media
    HDD
  • Number of installed hard drives
    1
  • Hard drive capacity
    750 GB
  • Hard drive interface
    SATA
  • Hard disk rotation speed
    5400 RPM
  • Hard drive size
    2.5 "
  • Built-in memory card reader
    Yes
  • Compatible memory cards
    MMC, SD, SDHC
  • Optical reader
    DVD Super Multi DL

Screen

  • Screen size
    17.3 "
  • Screen resolution
  • Touch screen
    1600 x 900 pixels
  • LED backlighting
  • Display area
    No
  • Number of colors displayed
  • No pixel
    Yes
  • Contrast ratio
  • Type HD
    Gloss
  • Image format
  • 16.78 million colors
  • 0.197 x 0.197 mm
  • 200:1
  • HD+
  • 16:9

Graphique

  • Graphics adapter model included
    Intel® HD Graphics 4000
  • Distinct graphics adapter model
    AMD Radeon HD 7670M
  • Type of graphics card
    GDDR3
  • 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
    HD
  • Number of built-in speakers
    2
  • Speaker manufacturer
    Altec Lansing
  • Built-in microphone
    Yes

Network

  • Bluetooth
    No
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • Wifi standards
    802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate
    10, 100 Mbit/s
  • Wiring technology
    10/100Base-T(X)
  • Network standards
    IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n

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
  • 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 7 Home Premium
  • Operating System Architecture
    64-bit
  • Provided software
    - Microsoft Office Starter
  • Drivers included
    - HP Setup Manager
  • Testing software
    - HP Recovery Manager
  • - HP CoolSense
  • - HP ProtectSmart
  • - EasyBits Magic Desktop
  • - Evernote
  • - Windows Live Essentials
  • Yes
  • Symantec Norton Internet Security

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
  • Output current of the power adapter
    4.74 A
  • Output voltage of the power adapter
    19 V
  • Self-detection power
    Yes

Security

  • Cable anti-theft lock
    Yes

Weight and dimensions

  • Weight
    2980 g
  • Width
    412 mm
  • Depth
    267 mm
  • Height
    36.8 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® 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
  • 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 depends on your type of connection. For example, if your connection is 25 Mb/s, it means that in theory, you should be able to download up to 25 MB per second.
What are the dimensions of my laptop screen?
The size of your laptop is usually indicated in inches, where 1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters. This measurement corresponds to the diagonal of the screen, which you should 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, use a slightly damp cloth or a soft, clean fabric. For dust in hard-to-reach areas, it is advisable to use compressed air.
How can I clean my keyboard?
Turn the keyboard upside down and use a can of compressed air to dislodge dirt. You can also clean the keys with a damp cloth.
What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth allows for wireless data transfer between electronic devices via radio waves. Generally, the exchange range between the two devices can reach about ten meters.
What is the weight of the HP g7-2150so?
The HP g7-2150so weighs 2980 g.
What is the screen size of the HP g7-2150so?
The screen of the HP g7-2150so measures 17.3 inches.
What is the height of the HP g7-2150so?
The height of the HP g7-2150so is 36.8 mm.
What is the resolution of the screen of the HP g7-2150so?
The screen of the HP g7-2150so has a resolution of 1600 x 900 pixels.
What is the width of the HP g7-2150so?
The HP g7-2150so has a width of 412 mm.
What is the depth of the HP g7-2150so?
The depth of the HP g7-2150so is 267 mm.
Is the manual for the HP g7-2150so available in French?
Unfortunately, the manual for the HP g7-2150so is not available in French. It is only accessible in English.

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General Information

The HP g7-2150so is a laptop from the HP brand, known for its quality and innovation in the technology sector. This model, identified by the reference g7-2150so | B6K37EA, is designed to deliver optimal performance and an enhanced user experience. Its EAN code is 887111262967, which allows for unique identification in the distribution system.

Processor

Equipped with an Intel® Core™ i5-3210M processor, the HP g7-2150so operates at a base frequency of 2.5 GHz, with a Turbo mode of up to 3.1 GHz. This 2-core, 4-thread processor ensures efficient task management, while its 3 MB L3 cache and 22 nm lithography guarantee smooth performance and good energy efficiency. The 5 GT/s computer bus facilitates rapid communication between internal components.

Representation / Implementation

The motherboard of the HP g7-2150so features the Intel HM76 Express chipset, ensuring efficient resource management.

Memory

The HP g7-2150so includes 8 GB of DDR3-SDRAM, organized in a 2 x 4 GB configuration. While this memory provides efficient use for most applications, it is limited to 8 GB, which may be insufficient for very demanding tasks.

Storage

This model has a 750 GB HDD, offering generous storage space for data. However, the 5400 RPM rotational speed may lead to slower access times compared to faster hard drives.

Display

The HP g7-2150so is equipped with a 17.3-inch screen with a HD+ resolution of 1600 x 900 pixels. While this resolution is adequate for many tasks, it may seem inferior for those seeking Full HD display quality. The screen benefits from LED backlighting, improving visibility in low-light conditions.

Graphics

For graphics performance, the HP g7-2150so features Intel® HD Graphics 4000 and an AMD Radeon HD 7670M graphics card, ensuring adequate performance for multimedia applications and light gaming.

Audio

The stereo audio system, accompanied by Altec Lansing speakers, offers a quality sound experience. The built-in microphone allows for clear communications during calls.

Network

The HP g7-2150so supports Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n) for a fast and reliable wireless connection, but does not have Bluetooth. It is also equipped with an Ethernet port for a stable network connection.

Connectivity

In terms of connectivity, this laptop includes a USB 2.0 port and an HDMI port, but it does not have USB 3.0 ports, which limits transfer speeds for modern devices. The VGA port allows for easy connection of external monitors.

Keyboard

The full keyboard of the HP g7-2150so is designed for a comfortable typing experience, without a numeric keypad. It includes Windows keys for quick access to operating system features.

Software

The installed operating system is Windows 7 Home Premium, optimized for smooth use. The included software includes Microsoft Office Starter and various HP tools aimed at enhancing the user experience.

Design

This model features a sleek black design, offering a modern look. With dimensions of 412 mm wide, 267 mm deep, and 36.8 mm high, it easily fits into various workspaces.

Battery

The HP g7-2150so is powered by a 6-cell NiMH battery, ensuring extended battery life for daily use. However, the exact battery life is not specified.

Weight and Dimensions

Environmental Conditions

The optimal operation of the HP g7-2150so is guaranteed within a temperature range of 5 to 35 °C, with a humidity tolerance of 10 to 90 %.

Durability

The HP g7-2150so is EPEAT Silver and ENERGY STAR certified, reflecting its high standards in energy efficiency and environmental responsibility.