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✨ **Pro:** Smoothly run Photoshop, Docker, and 40+ browser tabs simultaneously.
Value Score✅ Good Value (Below MSRP)
Display RealityIPS matte; 300 nits; 45% NTSC; basic color; good for general use
📚 **Basic:** Built for web browsing, Netflix, and school/office documents.
Value Score⚖️ Fair Price
Display RealityIPS touch; FHD; decent brightness; good for web and streaming
| HP | Brand | Samsung |
| Intel Core Ultra 5 225H | Processor | Intel Core i3-N305 |
| Intel Arc Graphics | Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics |
| 16GB | RAM | 8GB |
| 16" FHD+ 1920x1200 60Hz IPS | Display | 15.6" FHD IPS 1920x1080 60Hz Touch |
| 4.3 lbs | Weight | 3.86 lbs |
| 10 hours | Claimed Battery | 10 hours |
| 7-9 hours real-world mixed use | Real Battery | 8-10 hours real-world mixed use |
| 649 | Price | 499 |