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HP 15.6" Laptop Intel Core i5-1235U 8GB RAM 256GB SSD Windows 11 Silver
A 15.6-inch Full HD laptop with a 10-core Intel Core i5-1235U processor, 8GB DDR4 memory, 256GB SSD storage, Intel Iris Xe graphics and Windows 11 Home, supplied with a 64GB USB flash drive
- ColorSilver
- CPU TypeIntel Core i5 1235U
- Number of Cores10-core Processor
- Screen Size15.6"
- TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
- Display TypeLED
- 10-core Intel i5-1235U reaches 4.4 GHz turbo for responsive multitasking
- 6" FHD anti-glare screen reduces eye strain at 1920 x 1080
- 8GB DDR4 memory plus 256GB SSD gives fast boot and smooth app switching
- Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3 provide stable wireless connections
- 52 lb thin-and-light chassis with HDMI 1.4 and USB-C 5 Gbps ports for easy docking
Purpose and audience
This 15.6-inch HP laptop pairs a 10-core Intel Core i5-1235U processor with 8GB of DDR4 memory and a 256GB SSD. It targets students and home-office users who need a responsive Windows 11 machine for web browsing, document work and light media editing without discrete graphics overhead.
Sustained workload behaviour
The processor runs at a 1.3 GHz base frequency and can reach 4.4 GHz turbo for short bursts, while Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics share system memory. Under continuous multi-threaded loads such as video exports or large spreadsheet recalculations the cooling solution manages thermals within the slim chassis, so performance settles at a steady level rather than peaking and throttling aggressively.
Build, connectivity and daily use
A silver aluminium-look lid and 3.52 lb weight make the 0.73-inch profile easy to carry in a backpack. The non-backlit keyboard omits a fingerprint reader but includes a physical camera shutter on the 720p webcam. Ports comprise one HDMI 1.4, two USB Type-A and one USB Type-C, all at 5 Gbps signaling rate, plus a headphone combo jack and AC smart-pin power connector; Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3 handle wireless duties.
Highlights
- 10-core Intel i5-1235U reaches 4.4 GHz turbo for responsive multitasking
- 6" FHD anti-glare screen reduces eye strain at 1920 x 1080
- 8GB DDR4 memory plus 256GB SSD gives fast boot and smooth app switching
- Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3 provide stable wireless connections
- 52 lb thin-and-light chassis with HDMI 1.4 and USB-C 5 Gbps ports for easy docking
Specifications
| Brand | HP |
|---|---|
| Model | HP |
| Color | Silver |
| CPU Type | Intel Core i5 1235U |
| Number of Cores | 10-core Processor |
| Screen Size | 15.6" |
| Touchscreen | Non-Touch Screen |
| Display Type | LED |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| Graphic Type | Integrated Card |
| SSD | 256GB |
| Memory | 8GB |
| Memory Speed | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Backlit Keyboard | Non-backlit |
| Style | Standard |
| Type | Home / Personal |
Questions about this item
How much heat and fan noise does the 10-core i5-1235U produce during long sessions?
The flash-based 256GB SSD has no moving parts, so it adds no noise and reduces heat production and power draw on the battery.
Which peripherals or cables must I already own to use the HDMI 1.4 and USB Type-C 5Gbps ports?
You need an HDMI cable for external displays and USB-C accessories such as hubs or drives that match the 5Gbps signaling rate.
Will my older USB-A 5Gbps drives and Bluetooth 5.3 headset work with the two Type-A ports and wireless card?
Yes, the two USB Type-A ports run at 5Gbps signaling rate and the laptop includes Bluetooth 5.3 for compatible headsets.
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