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Silver 17.3 inch laptop, flat matte finish, non touch screen, slim profile

HP

HP Essential Laptop 17.3 FHD i3-N305 16GB 1TB Silver

SKU CH-FAGQ-2F12B

A 17.3 inch Full HD laptop with an Intel Core i3-N305 processor, 16GB memory and a 1TB PCIe SSD for everyday computing

  • Screen size17.3 in (43.9 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i3
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics
  • SSD storage1 TB PCIe
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
  • Spacious 17.3-inch Full HD display for clear viewing
  • 1TB PCIe SSD provides fast storage and quick boot times
  • 16GB RAM supports smooth multitasking across applications
  • Intel Core i3-N305 processor handles everyday computing tasks
  • Wi-Fi 6 connectivity enables fast wireless networking

17.3" FHD laptop for everyday tasks

The HP Essential laptop combines a 17.3-inch Full HD display at 60 Hz with an Intel Core i3-N305 processor, 16 GB of DDR4 memory and a 1 TB PCIe NVMe solid-state drive. It runs Windows 11 Home and includes Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth, a 720p webcam, one HDMI 1.4 port and two USB 3.0 Type-A ports. The silver chassis weighs 4.6 lbs and measures 15.78 by 10.15 by 0.78 inches.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This notebook suits students, home-office workers and families who need a large screen for documents, web browsing and video calls without a dedicated graphics card. It is not for buyers who want a touchscreen, a backlit keyboard, a USB-C port, or the performance headroom required for modern gaming or intensive creative workloads.

The spec that decides fit

The Intel Core i3-N305 processor with its integrated Intel UHD Graphics determines whether this laptop can handle your daily workload; if you need faster multi-core speeds or discrete graphics, you will need a different machine.

How it compares

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

Price $570.99
Typical for this category: the median of 32,549 items is $599.99.
Screen size 17.3 in (43.9 cm)
Higher than about 90% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Refresh frequency 60 Hz
Typical for this category: the median of 1,749 items is 60 Hz.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Product colorSilver
Product typeHome / Personal
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i3
Storage
SSD storage1 TB PCIe
Display
Screen size17.3 in (43.9 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Refresh frequency60 Hz
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
USB ports2 x USB 3.0
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit

Questions about this item

What does the HDMI 1.4b port cap at for external displays?

The HDMI 1.4b port supports up to 4K at 30 Hz or 1080p at 60 Hz, so a 17.3 inch 1080p 60 Hz panel runs at native resolution and refresh without adapters.

What are the chassis dimensions for a sleeve or bag?

The laptop measures 15.78 x 10.15 x 0.78 inches and weighs 4.6 lbs, so choose a 17.3 inch sleeve with at least 16 x 11 inch internal clearance.

How is Windows 11 Home activated on first boot, and what step is often missed?

Connect to Wi-Fi 6 during the out-of-box experience, sign in with a Microsoft account, and accept the licence terms; skipping the network step leaves the OS unactivated until you reconnect.

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