HP Pavilion 15 (2024) Review
Our Verdict
The HP Pavilion 15 is a dependable mid-range laptop that gets the basics right — a safe, satisfying choice for everyday computing.
Pros & Cons
+ Pros
- +Reliable everyday performance
- +Good FHD IPS display
- +HP build quality at mid-range price
- +Comfortable keyboard
- +Full HD webcam
− Cons
- −Plastic build
- −No discrete GPU
- −Battery life is average (7 hours)
- −No Thunderbolt
In-Depth Review
The HP Pavilion 15 hits the mid-range sweet spot most laptop buyers live in. Intel Core i5-1335U or AMD Ryzen 5 configurations handle everyday computing comfortably — web browsing, Office apps, video streaming, light photo editing. The 15.6" FHD IPS display is accurate and bright enough at 300 nits. Build quality is respectable plastic with a refined finish, and the keyboard is comfortable for long typing sessions. At $699, it's not the cheapest around but offers HP's build quality and software polish over budget alternatives. An easy recommendation for students and home users.
Specifications
| Processor | Intel Core i5-1335U |
| RAM | 8 GB – 16 GB DDR4 |
| Storage | 512 GB NVMe SSD |
| Display | 15.6" FHD IPS, 1920×1080, 60Hz |
| Battery | Up to 7 hours |
| Weight | 3.75 lbs (1.70 kg) |
| Ports | 2x USB-A, 1x USB-C, HDMI, 3.5mm |
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