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Silver HP EliteBook 850 G2 15.6 inch laptop, non-touch HD screen

HP

HP EliteBook 850 G2 15.6" HD laptop i5-5300U 8GB 2TB NVMe

SKU CH-Q5D4-2HHA5

15.6" HD laptop with Intel Core i5-5300U, 8GB DDR3, and new 2TB NVMe SSD, sold without an operating system

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 5th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics 5500
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768
  • Dual-core 2.30 GHz processor handles everyday workloads smoothly
  • 8 GB DDR3 memory runs multiple apps without lag
  • 2 TB NVMe solid-state drive stores large files fast
  • 6 inch HD display shows clear 1366 x 768 visuals
  • Integrated Intel HD Graphics 5500 supports basic media tasks

Product identity and intended user

This HP EliteBook 850 G2 is a 15.6 inch HD laptop with an Intel Core i5-5300U dual-core processor running at 2.30 GHz. It comes with 8GB of DDR3 memory and a new 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD. The screen resolution is 1366 x 768 and graphics are handled by Intel HD Graphics 5500. The unit ships with no operating system installed.

What the bundled drive changes

The new 2TB NVMe SSD replaces any original mechanical drive and provides a large solid-state volume for the operating system and data. Because the laptop has two memory slots and supports up to 16 GB total, the existing 8GB module can be joined by a second stick later. Bluetooth and a webcam are integrated, so no separate peripherals are required for basic wireless input or video calls.

Installation notes and common issues

Installing an operating system is the first step; the buyer must supply their own Windows licence or alternative OS media. The dual-core 5th generation CPU and HD 1366 x 768 panel limit performance in modern multi-threaded workloads and high-resolution content. Memory upgrades are straightforward through the two available slots, but the maximum supported capacity is 16 GB.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Standard Laptops & Notebooks, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $390.99
Cheaper than about 70% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Higher than about 60% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Memory size 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Product lineEliteBook
Model nameEliteBook 850 G2
Product colorSilver
Design styleUltrabook
Product typeMainstream
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 5th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i5-5300U
CPU coresDual-core Processor
Turbo clock speed2.9 GHz
Memory
Memory size8 GB
Total memory slots2
Maximum supported memory16 GB
Storage
SSD storage2 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration2 TB SSD M.2 NVMe PCIe
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1366 × 768
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatHD
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics 5500
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
Size & build
Overall dimensions9.98 in × 14.78 in × .84 in
Product weight4–4.9 lb (1.81–2.22 kg)
Software
Operating systemNo

Questions about this item

Can the 8 GB DDR3 memory be expanded later?

Two DDR3 slots exist and the system supports up to 16 GB, so an additional 8 GB module can be fitted.

What limits the Core i5-5300U during long workloads?

The dual-core processor reaches a 2.90 GHz turbo frequency, but sustained loads are constrained by its 15 W thermal envelope.

How loud and hot does the laptop get when running all day?

Fan noise and surface temperature rise under continuous load, though the 5500 integrated graphics add little extra heat.

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