HP
HP 17 laptop i3-N305 8-core 16GB 2TB 17.3 HD+ Silver
17.3-inch HD+ laptop with Intel Core i3-N305 8-core processor, 16GB memory, 2TB PCIe SSD, Wi-Fi 6 and Windows 11 Pro
- ColorSilver
- Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
- CPU TypeIntel Core i3 N-Series
- Processor Name1.00GHz
- Turbo Frequency3.8 GHz
- Number of Cores8-core Processor
- 8-core Intel Core i3-N305 up to 3.8 GHz handles multitasking smoothly
- 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps many apps open without slowdown
- 2 TB PCIe SSD stores large files and boots Windows 11 Pro fast
- 3-inch HD+ anti-glare display at 250 nits gives clear visuals in bright rooms
- Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth provide reliable wireless connections for work and streaming
Large-screen laptop for everyday work
The HP 17 with a 17.3-inch HD+ panel gives office users and students a broad view for documents and web pages. Its Intel Core i3-N305 eight-core processor reaches 3.8 GHz turbo for responsive multitasking. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR4 memory and a 2TB PCIe SSD keep projects and files local. Windows 11 Pro and an Office 2021 licence are pre-installed.
Connectivity and expansion built in
One USB-C port at 5Gbps, two USB-A ports at 5Gbps and an HDMI 1.4b output handle peripherals and an external display without a dock. Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth provide wireless links to networks and accessories. A headphone-microphone combo jack and the AC smart-pin power connector complete the I/O. No card reader or optical drive is present, so external adapters are needed for those media.
Thermal behaviour under sustained load
Integrated Intel UHD Graphics shares system memory and runs at modest clocks, so extended sessions stay cool and quiet. The 250-nit anti-glare screen remains readable during long indoor use. Eight cores at 1.00 GHz base spread background tasks without spiking temperatures. Battery life benefits from the low-power design rather than burst performance.
Highlights
- 8-core Intel Core i3-N305 up to 3.8 GHz handles multitasking smoothly
- 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps many apps open without slowdown
- 2 TB PCIe SSD stores large files and boots Windows 11 Pro fast
- 3-inch HD+ anti-glare display at 250 nits gives clear visuals in bright rooms
- Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth provide reliable wireless connections for work and streaming
Specifications
| Series | Raider |
|---|---|
| Model | HP 17 |
| Color | Silver |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
| CPU Type | Intel Core i3 N-Series |
| Processor Name | 1.00GHz |
| Turbo Frequency | 3.8 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 8-core Processor |
| Screen Size | 17.3" |
| Touchscreen | Non-Touch Screen |
| Display Type | HD+ |
| Resolution | 1600 x 900 |
| GPU/VPU | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Graphic Type | Integrated Card |
| SSD | 2TB PCIe |
| HDD | No |
| Memory | 16GB |
| Optical Drive Type | No |
| WLAN | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| USB | 2 |
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI |
| Audio Ports | 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack |
| Audio | Integrated Sound card |
| Speaker | Internal Speakers |
| Touchpad | Yes |
| Keyboard | Yes |
| Backlit Keyboard | Non-backlit |
| Webcam | Yes |
| Style | Standard |
| Type | Home / Personal |
| Usage | Consumer |
| Weight | 4 - 4.9 lbs. |
| Package Content | Laptop, Charger |
Questions about this item
How long will the 3.8 GHz turbo last before the Intel Core i3-N305 throttles back?
The 8-core Intel Core i3-N305 runs at a 1.00 GHz base with a 3.8 GHz max turbo; sustained loads will drop toward the base clock once thermal limits are reached.
How loud and hot does the 17.3 inch chassis get during an all-day workload?
The 15.78 x 10.15 x .78 inch silver chassis weighs 4.56 pounds and uses passive-cooling design; expect warm keyboard deck and audible fan spin under continuous multi-core tasks.
Which peripherals need their own power because the laptop only has one USB-C 5 Gbps port?
The single USB-C port is data-only with no Power Delivery, so any USB-C monitor, dock or high-draw device must bring its own power supply.
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