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HP EliteBook 850 G3 laptop i5-6300U 2.40 GHz 8GB 500GB SSD

SKU CH-0NFB-TGJ9W

15.6-inch HD laptop with Intel Core i5-6300U, 8GB DDR4 memory and new 500GB NVMe SSD running Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics 520
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage500 GB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768
  • 6 inch HD display for clear visuals
  • Intel Core i5-6300U dual-core processor with 3.00 GHz turbo for responsive performance
  • 8GB DDR4 memory expandable to 32 GB for smooth multitasking
  • New 500GB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD for fast storage
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed for professional features

Business laptop with 15.6 inch display

The HP EliteBook 850 G3 is a 15.6 inch business laptop running Windows 10 Pro. It uses an Intel Core i5-6300U dual-core processor with a base frequency of 2.40 GHz and a turbo frequency of 3.00 GHz. The system includes 8GB of DDR4 memory and a new 500GB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 520 drives the 1366 x 768 HD non-touch screen.

Suits office work; not for heavy creative loads

This configuration suits professionals handling documents, email, web apps and video calls on a 15.6 inch chassis. The 8GB memory and dual-core CPU limit performance for video editing, 3D rendering, large data sets or modern gaming. Buyers who need more memory headroom, higher core counts or a colour-accurate display should look at other models.

Dual-core CPU sets the performance ceiling

The Intel Core i5-6300U dual-core processor is the single specification that defines what this laptop can handle. Its two cores and 3.00 GHz turbo frequency determine responsiveness in multi-tasking and single-threaded business applications. The 8GB DDR4 and 500GB NVMe SSD support that processor, but cannot compensate for the core count limit.

How it compares

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

Price $307.99
Cheaper than about 81% 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 G3
Product colorSilver
Design styleUltrabook
Product typeMainstream
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 6th Gen
Processor model2.4 GHz
CPU coresDual-core Processor
Turbo clock speed3 GHz
Memory
Memory size8 GB
Total memory slots2
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Storage
SSD storage500 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration500 GB 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 520
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
Size & build
Overall dimensions10.1 in × 15.09 in × .76 in
Product weight4–4.9 lb (1.81–2.22 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 8 GB DDR4 configuration or upgrade to the 32 GB maximum?

The laptop ships with 8 GB DDR4 across two slots and supports up to 32 GB, so adding a second module later is straightforward if workloads grow.

How does the 2.40 GHz base and 3.00 GHz turbo translate to everyday responsiveness?

The dual-core i5-6300U runs at 2.40 GHz and can boost to 3.00 GHz, delivering snappy office multitasking and smooth 1366 x 768 video playback.

What does the M.2 NVMe PCIe interface mean for real-world drive speed?

The 500 GB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD uses a PCIe lane for fast boot and application loads compared with older drive types.

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