HP Envy 14


Technical Info
  • Windows 7 Home Premium / Professional / Ultimate (64-bit)
  • 14.5'' LED backlit display (1366x768 and 1600x900 HP Radiance options)
  • Intel Core i3 / i5 / i7 processor options (Dual/Quad core)
  • Up to 8GB DDR3 ram
  • Up to 500GB 7200rpm HDD or 256GB SSD
  • ATI Mobility Radeon HD5650, Intel Integrated graphics (Switchable)
  • Slot load DVD Super-multi dual layer drive
  • HD Webcam with dual microphone
  • 2x USB2.0, eSATA/USB combo, HDMI out, Mini Display Port out, 2 in 1 media card reader
  • Backlit keyboard, Multi-touch trackpad

Product Review

The HP Envy 14 is a 14.5'' premium notebook. It is an addition to the Envy notebook lineup alongside the Envy 13, Envy 15, and Envy 17. Unlike previous Envy notebooks (13, 15), the Envy 14 features a built-in optical drive. As HP's Premium 14.5'' notebook, it is highly customisable with Intel processors ranging from budget oriented Core i3, to the high performance Core i7 quad core processors.

One of its main selling point is the combination of ATI's mid range HD5650 graphics processor along with Intel's integrated graphics which allows for the user to switch between the two depending on usage (ie. dedicated for gaming, integrated for word processing). Other components include: up to 8GB DDR3 ram, up to 256GB solid state drives, and wireless N connectivity. Some notable features include the...read more