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HP ProBook 430 G4-Y8B44EA

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HP ProBook 430 G4-Y8B44EA
HP ProBook 430 G4-Y8B44EA (ZBook 14u G6 Series)
Processor
Intel Core i5-7200U 2 x 2.5 - 3.1 GHz, Kaby Lake
Graphics adapter
Memory
4 GB 
, DDR4
Display
14.00 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel 157 PPI, UWVA, glossy: no
Storage
128 GB SSD
Connections
2 USB 2.0, 1 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 DVI, 1 HDMI
Networking
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/)
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 20 x 330 x 235 ( = 0.79 x 12.99 x 9.25 in)
Battery
48 Wh
Operating System
FreeDos
Weight
1.5 kg ( = 52.91 oz / 3.31 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)

 

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Reviews for the HP ProBook 430 G4-Y8B44EA

HP Probook 430 G4 és 450 G4 teszt
Source: Laptopkalauz HU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Nice design; good built quality; decent display. Negative: Few ports
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/30/2016

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Model:

The HP ProBook is a device catered for the needs of professionals. It is easy to second guess its capacities from its slim and sleek profile. It is nevertheless packed with powerful tools and security features essential to those who mean business. From its appearance, it is apparent that the Probook 430 is built to last. With its new asteroid silver design, the Probook 430 not only scores in substance but also in style. It is a laptop capable of withstanding MIL-STD 810G testing and is built with an aluminium reinforced keyboard deck. Its dimensions measure at 33 x 23.35 x 1.98 cm (non-touch version) and 33.02 x 23.38 x 2.13 cm (touch version). Its weight starts at 1.49 kg. One of the significant upgrades to the 3rd generation Probook is the new Kabylake processors. True to HP’s principle of customization, professionals are free opt for various 7th Gen Intel Core processors and multiple HDD and SSD drives options to suit their needs.

With the Intel HD Graphics 520 system, visuals are crisp and vibrant. Its 13.3" diagonal (1920 x 1080) screen is capable of displaying incredible, visuals. Decked with a full-size island-style backlit keyboard, usability will not be affected even under low-lighting conditions. Its touchpad is sensitive and responsive with multi-touch gestures enabled. Plenty of connectivity is offered on the Probook 430 with USB 2.0 (power port), USB 3.0 port, and USB Type-C port. There is an expansion slot which is able to support an SD card. Wireless connectivity options consist of Wifi and Bluetooth combo. Webcam experience is supported by a front-facing HP TrueVision Full HD WVA Webcam with dual digital microphones. For maximum security, a fast touch fingerprint scanner is integrated on board. HP assures the Probook 430’s energy efficiency as it is ENERGY STAR certified. Clearly built for the industrious in mind, it comes with a HP 3-cell, 48 Wh Long Life Li-ion battery and it is capable of up to 16 hours of battery life, thereby assuring power users of longer productivity. It comes preloaded with Windows 10 Home or Pro, depending on the user’s choice. The Probook 430 may be designed to be work-centric, it is not slacking for gaming purposes. Although its price range stays within the lower end among business notebooks, it is still an attractive offering for a rather powerful laptop.

Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Intel HD Graphics 620: Integrated GPU (GT2) found on some Kaby-Lake CPU models (15 W ULV series).

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


i5-7200U: Kaby-Lake based SoC with two CPU cores clocked at 2.5 to 3.1 GHz, HyperThreading and manufactured with an improved 14nm process.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


14.00":

There are hardly any tablets in this display size range anymore. For subnotebooks, on the other hand, it is the standard format.

The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small and therefore easily portable. The smaller display also has the advantage of requiring less power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is more strenuous on the eyes. High resolutions are more likely to be found in standard laptops.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


HP: Founded in 1939, the US company is a major server and printer manufacturer and one of the leading IT companies in the world. Until 2015, the company was called Hewlett-Packard Company. After a split, the computer division was renamed HP Inc.

In 2023, HP had an approximate market share of 22% of global PC sales, making it number 2 after Lenovo.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Stefan Hinum, 2016-12-23 (Update: 2016-12-23)