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The HP g7-2203so is a versatile laptop that combines performance and sleek design. Equipped with a 17.3-inch display with a resolution of 1600 x 900 pixels, it offers a pleasant visual experience for work and entertainment. Its Intel® Core™ i5-3210M processor operates at a frequency of 2.5 GHz, with the ability to reach 3.1 GHz in Turbo mode, ensuring smooth application execution.

Featuring 6 GB of DDR3 memory and a 750 GB hard drive, the HP g7-2203so provides adequate storage for your documents and media. Its connectivity interface includes several ports, including an HDMI and a USB port, making it easy to connect to various devices.

This model is also equipped with an integrated Intel® HD Graphics 4000 graphics card, offering sufficient graphical performance for common multimedia tasks. With its stereo audio system and Altec Lansing speakers, it ensures immersive sound quality.

The HP g7-2203so is designed for daily use with a full keyboard and an intuitive touchpad. Its nickel-metal hybrid battery provides satisfactory autonomy for extended use. Windows 8 is pre-installed, offering a modern and user-friendly interface.

In summary, the HP g7-2203so is an ideal laptop for those looking for a reliable and functional device for everyday use, whether for work or leisure.

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Editorial note

The HP g7-2203so is a laptop that stands out for its solid performance, thanks to a 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i5 processor, with a frequency of 2.5 GHz and a Turbo mode of 3.1 GHz, providing a smooth experience for demanding tasks. Its 17.3-inch screen with a HD+ resolution (1600 x 900 pixels) allows for a pleasant visual experience, ideal for multimedia and work. With a generous storage capacity of 750 GB on a hard drive, this device enables users to keep a vast library of files and applications. The built-in stereo audio system, supported by high-quality Altec Lansing speakers, offers an immersive sound experience, perfect for movies and music. However, some drawbacks must be taken into account. The maximum internal memory of 8 GB may prove insufficient for users with intensive multitasking needs or those using heavy applications. Additionally, the 5400 RPM hard drive may lead to slower loading times compared to an SSD, thus affecting overall performance. The lack of USB 3.0 ports also limits data transfer speeds, which could be a disadvantage for those looking to connect modern peripherals. Finally, the screen resolution, while adequate, may seem insufficient for users demanding high-definition display quality. In terms of portability, the weight of 2980 g makes this laptop less convenient to carry for those seeking a lightweight device. In summary, the HP g7-2203so is a good choice for users looking for a laptop that offers good performance for everyday tasks, but it may not be suitable for those with more demanding needs in terms of memory and portability.

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Performance

Solid performance thanks to its 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i5 processor, offering a frequency of 2.5 GHz and a Turbo mode at 3.1 GHz for demanding tasks.

screen

17.3-inch screen with a HD+ resolution (1600 x 900 pixels), providing a pleasant visual experience for multimedia and work.

storage

Generous storage capacity of 750 GB on a hard drive, allowing for a large library of files and applications.

connectivity

Varied connectivity with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and multiple ports, including HDMI and VGA, facilitating interconnection with various devices.

audio

High-quality built-in stereo audio system, offering an immersive sound experience thanks to Altec Lansing speakers.

Value for money

The maximum internal memory of only 8 GB may not be sufficient for users with intensive multitasking needs or using heavy applications.

Performance

The 5400 RPM hard drive may lead to slower loading times compared to SSDs, which can affect the overall performance of the computer.

connectivity

The absence of a USB 3.0 port limits data transfer speeds, which can be a drawback for users needing to connect modern devices.

screen

The screen resolution of 1600 x 900 pixels may seem insufficient for users demanding high-definition display quality for multimedia or gaming.

Usability

The weight of 2980 g makes this laptop less convenient to carry for users looking for a lightweight and easily portable device.

Advantages

High-performance Intel® Core™ i5 processor

Pleasant 17.3-inch HD+ display

Spacious 750 GB hard drive

Varied connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, ports

Immersive sound with Altec Lansing speakers

Disadvantages

Internal memory limited to 8 GB

Slow hard drive at 5400 RPM

Absence of USB 3.0 port

Insufficient screen resolution of 1600 x 900

High weight of 2980 g

Technical Specifications g7-2203so

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

  • 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
  • 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
    Unavailable
  • Base frequency of integrated graphics card
    650 MHz
  • Dynamic frequency (max) of integrated graphics card
    1100 MHz
  • ID of the integrated graphics card
    0x166
  • Integrated graphics card
    Yes
  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    No
  • 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

  • Ethernet/LAN
    Yes
  • 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 8
  • Operating System Architecture
    64-bit
  • Provided software
    - Dolby Advanced Audio
  • Drivers included
    - HP Connected Music
  • Testing software
    - HP Connected Photo
  • - HP Coolsense
  • - HP ProtectSmart
  • - HP Connected ePrint
  • - Cyberlink Power DVD
  • - Windows Live Essentials
  • Yes
  • Symantec Norton Internet Security 2013

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
    65 W
  • Power adapter frequency
    50 - 60 Hz
  • Input voltage of the power adapter
    100 - 240 V
  • Output current of the power adapter
    3.5 A
  • Output voltage of the power adapter
    18.5 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 factors influence download speed on the Internet?
Download speed depends on your type of connection. 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 screen 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 clean, soft cloth. For dust in hard-to-reach areas, it is recommended to use compressed air.
How should I clean my keyboard?
Turn the keyboard 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 g7-2203so?
The weight of the HP g7-2203so is 2980 g.
What is the size of the screen on the HP g7-2203so?
The screen of the HP g7-2203so measures 17.3 inches.
What is the height of the HP g7-2203so?
The height of the HP g7-2203so is 36.8 mm.
What is the resolution of the screen on the HP g7-2203so?
The resolution of the screen on the HP g7-2203so is 1600 x 900 pixels.
What is the width of the HP g7-2203so?
The HP g7-2203so has a width of 412 mm.
What is the depth of the HP g7-2203so?
The depth of the HP g7-2203so is 267 mm.
Is the manual for the HP g7-2203so available in French?
Unfortunately, the manual for the HP g7-2203so is not available in French. It is only offered in English.

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General Information

The HP g7-2203so is a laptop from the HP brand, known for its quality and innovation in the technology sector. This model, designated as g7-2203so | C1S76EA, promises optimal performance and an enhanced user experience. Its EAN code, 887111672964, allows for unique identification in the distribution system.

Processor

Equipped with an Intel® Core™ i5 3rd generation processor (i5-3210M), the HP g7-2203so operates at a base frequency of 2.5 GHz, reaching up to 3.1 GHz in Turbo mode. With 2 cores and 4 threads, it ensures efficient management of simultaneous tasks. The bus operates at 5 GT/s, facilitating communication between components. The processor is optimized for energy-efficient consumption thanks to its 22 nm lithography.

Representation / Implementation

The motherboard of the HP g7-2203so integrates the Intel HM76 Express chipset, ensuring efficient management of system resources.

Memory

This model has 6 GB of DDR3-SDRAM memory, configured with 1 x 2 GB and 1 x 4 GB on SO-DIMM slots. Although the maximum memory is 8 GB, it allows for smooth usage for most applications.

Storage Support

The HP g7-2203so offers a storage capacity of 750 GB on a 5400 RPM HDD. The SATA interface allows for quick data access, while a memory card reader compatible with MMC, SD, and SDHC facilitates file transfer. The Super Multi DL DVD optical drive adds extra flexibility for managing various media.

Screen

Its 17.3-inch screen with a HD+ resolution (1600 x 900 pixels) ensures a pleasant visual experience, ideal for multimedia and work. The LED backlighting enhances visibility, while the glossy surface contributes to better display quality.

Graphics

Integrating an Intel® HD Graphics 4000 graphics card, the g7-2203so model ensures sufficient graphics performance for everyday applications. The base frequency of 650 MHz and the maximum dynamic frequency of 1100 MHz provide a satisfying multimedia experience.

Audio

The stereo audio system, equipped with two Altec Lansing speakers, offers immersive sound quality. An integrated microphone allows for clear and precise communications.

Network

The HP g7-2203so supports Bluetooth and Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), providing fast and reliable wireless connectivity. It also features an Ethernet port for stable network connections.

Connectivity

This model includes a USB 2.0 port, an HDMI port, and a VGA port, facilitating connection to various devices. However, it does not have USB 3.0 or eSATA ports, thus limiting some connectivity options.

Keyboard

The full-size keyboard of the HP g7-2203so is designed for a comfortable typing experience, with Windows keys for quick access to features. The touchpad allows for smooth navigation.

Software

Preloaded with Windows 8, the 64-bit architecture of the operating system ensures efficient resource management. Various software is included, such as Dolby Advanced Audio and HP ProtectSmart, optimizing the user experience.

Design

The HP g7-2203so features a sleek black finish, with a practical format for daily use. Although its weight of 2980 g makes it less portable, it remains suitable for home or office use.

Battery

The 6-cell nickel-metal hybrid (NiMH) battery ensures reasonable autonomy for prolonged use, although specific specifications on battery life are not provided.

Environmental Conditions

The HP g7-2203so operates within a temperature range of 5 to 35 °C and can withstand a relative humidity of 10 to 90%. It is designed to endure varied conditions, ensuring its durability.

Durability

Certified EPEAT Silver and ENERGY STAR, the product meets high standards for energy efficiency and environmental respect, thus contributing to sustainable use.