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Silver 15.6 inch EliteBook 850 G2 laptop closed lid

HP

HP EliteBook 850 G2 laptop 15.6" i5-5300U 16GB 128GB SSD

SKU CH-PE1R-GJE19

15.6-inch HD laptop with Intel Core i5-5300U, 16GB DDR3, and new 128GB SATA SSD; no operating system installed

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 5th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics 5500
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage128 GB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768
  • 6" HD display delivers clear visuals at 1366 x 768 resolution
  • Dual-core Intel Core i5-5300U runs up to 2.90 GHz for responsive performance
  • 16GB DDR3 memory handles multitasking and demanding applications smoothly
  • NEW 128GB 2.5" SATA SSD provides fast boot and load times
  • No operating system pre-installed lets you choose your preferred OS

HP EliteBook 850 G2 laptop

The HP EliteBook 850 G2 is a 15.6 inch business laptop equipped with an Intel Core i5-5300U dual-core processor and 16GB of DDR3 memory. A new 128GB 2.5 inch SATA SSD provides the primary storage. The system ships without an operating system, so the buyer must supply and install their own Windows or Linux environment.

Sustained load behaviour

Under continuous workloads the Core i5-5300U can reach a turbo frequency of 2.90 GHz, though thermal limits in the thin chassis will gradually reduce clocks during extended sessions. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 5500 handles basic desktop acceleration and video playback but is not suited for modern 3D rendering or compute tasks. Sixteen gigabytes of memory matches the platform maximum, preventing RAM upgrades for heavier multitasking.

Practical interface limits

The 1366 by 768 HD panel caps external display output to modest resolutions over the available video ports. Storage expansion relies on the single 2.5 inch SATA bay, limiting total capacity to the size of one drive and capping throughput at SATA speeds. Memory slots are fully populated at 16GB, so no further DDR3 modules can be added without removing existing sticks.

How it compares

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

Price $203.99
Cheaper than about 92% 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 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 30,127 items is 16 GB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Product lineEliteBook
Model nameEliteBook 850 G2
Product colorSilver
Design styleUltrabook
Product typeWorkstation
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 5th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i5-5300U
CPU coresDual-core Processor
Turbo clock speed2.9 GHz
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Total memory slots2
Maximum supported memory16 GB
Storage
SSD storage128 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration128 GB SSD 2.5 in SATA
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

Does the Intel Core i5-5300U with 2.90 GHz turbo run loud or hot during all-day use?

The dual-core i5-5300U operates at a base frequency of 2.30 GHz and can boost to 2.90 GHz; typical office workloads keep thermals moderate, but sustained heavy tasks will spin the fan audibly.

What must I already own to start working on this EliteBook 850 G2?

You need a licensed operating system and installation media because the laptop ships with no OS, plus any peripherals such as a mouse or external display you prefer.

Will my existing DDR3 SODIMM modules work if I want to reconfigure the 16 GB already installed?

The system uses DDR3 memory in two slots and is already at the 16 GB maximum, so additional modules cannot increase capacity; any swap would only replace existing sticks.

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