HP G62 Series

Graphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5430, ATI Mobility Radeon HD 545v, ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470, ATI Radeon HD 4250, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500M, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MHD, Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD Graphics
Display: 15.60 inch
Weight: 2.1kg, 2.2kg, 2.5kg, 2.556kg, 2.6kg, 2.9kg
Price: 400, 500, 570, 600, 700, 800 euro
Average of 31 scores (from 36 reviews)
HP G62t
Specifications

Processor: Intel Core i3 330M
Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD Graphics
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.5kg
Price: 500 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Source: Laptop Mag

Thanks to its sophisticated design, fast performance, and long battery life, the HP G62t is the best bargain notebook around. Mainstream gamers will find that the Gateway NV5934u, also $599, offers better graphics performance, while the identically priced MSI A6200 has a more comfortable keyboard. However, at the end of the day, the G62t offers the closest thing to a complete package for an affordable price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/19/2010
Rating: Total score: 80%
HP G62-143cl
Specifications

Processor: Intel Core i3 330M
Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD Graphics
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.9kg
Price: 600 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Source: PC Mag

The only thing the HP G62-143cl is lacking is a user experience comparable to the one found on the Dell Inspiron 1564 and Samsung R580, but user experience is usually the most subjective area when it comes to reviews. Overall, its parts are up to date, battery life is admirable, and a 2-year warranty is included from a reputable retailer like Costco. If you can part with another $130, the Editors' Choice Samsung R580 is a faster machine and includes a Blu-ray drive.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/24/2010
Rating: Total score: 70%
Foreign Reviews
Source: Jambitz

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Jambitz

Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 70%
HP G62-130EG
Specifications

Processor: Intel Core i3 330M
Graphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5430 512 MB
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.556kg
Price: 570 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Budget laptop. One Intel core processor please, with a side-order of ATI graphics and a high-speed hard drive. It sounds like a laptop that many people would like to get their hands on. At €565, the 15.6-inch all-rounder from HP could be just what they’re looking for. We check out this small machine with broad appeal.
Foreign Reviews
Source: Notebookinfo

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/28/2010
Rating: Total score: 70% performance: 80% display: 60% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 80% emissions: 70%
Source: Notebookinfo

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/28/2010
Rating: Total score: 70% performance: 80% display: 60% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 80% emissions: 70%
Source: T-Online

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/21/2010
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 79% display: 68% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 83%
Source: T-Online

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/21/2010
Rating: Total score: 70% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 79% display: 68% mobility: 70% ergonomy: 83%
Source: PC Welt

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/16/2010
Rating: Total score: 76% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 79% display: 68% mobility: 70%
Source: PC Welt

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/16/2010
Rating: Total score: 76% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 79% display: 68% mobility: 70%
Source: Tom's Hardware

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/21/2010
Rating: performance: 80% mobility: 60%
Source: Tom's Hardware

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/21/2010
Rating: performance: 80% mobility: 60%
Source: Notebookcheck

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/08/2010
Rating: Total score: 79% performance: 80% display: 78% mobility: 78% workmanship: 86% ergonomy: 76% emissions: 82%
Source: Notebookcheck

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/08/2010
Rating: Total score: 79% performance: 80% display: 78% mobility: 78% workmanship: 86% ergonomy: 76% emissions: 82%
Source: Computerbild - 14/10

Comparison, , Long, Date: 07/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 78% price: 70% performance: 95% features: 86% display: 88% ergonomy: 86% emissions: 82%
Source: Computerbild - 14/10

Comparison, , Long, Date: 07/01/2010
Rating: Total score: 78% price: 70% performance: 95% features: 86% display: 88% ergonomy: 86% emissions: 82%
Source: Notebookjournal

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/17/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 60% features: 50% display: 30% mobility: 50% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%
Source: Notebookjournal

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/17/2010
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 60% features: 50% display: 30% mobility: 50% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%
HP G62-225nr
Specifications

Processor: Intel Pentium Dual Core T4500
Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MHD
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.5kg
Price: 500 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Source: PC Mag

The HP G62-225nr ($579.98 list) is a mainstream, budget laptop that should serve the needs of a wide range of users—as long as speedy performance isn't a prerequisite. Available at Staples, there's actually not much to make the HP G62-225nr stand out from other 15.6-inch laptops; but that doesn't mean you should overlook it. Not only are you going to have a hard time beating its affordable price tag, but very good battery life and a smudge-resistant design should appeal to frequent travelers.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/21/2010
Rating: Total score: 70%
HP G62-223c
Specifications

Processor: Intel Pentium Dual Core T4500
Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MHD
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.5kg
Price: 500 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Source: PC Mag

The HP G62-223cl ($649.99 list) is a versatile mainstream laptops that can be used anywhere around or outside the house. A 15.6-inch widescreen, nice keyboard, and fast hard drive are its key features, negated, unfortunately, by a lethargic Intel Pentium processor and mediocre user experience. Although, it sells for just under $650 at your local Costco, you can find better deals at this retailer, or elsewhere, for that matter.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/28/2010
Rating: Total score: 50%
HP G62-a40ER
Specifications

Processor: Intel Core i3 350M
Graphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.1kg
Price: 800 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Foreign Reviews
Source: Retera

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/02/2010
Rating: Total score: 64% performance: 60% display: 41% mobility: 40% emissions: 69%
Source: PC Store

Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/12/2010
Rating: price: 80% performance: 80% emissions: 80%
HP G62-225DX
Specifications

Processor: Intel Pentium Dual Core T4500
Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500M
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.5kg
Price: 500 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Source: CNet

You may occasionally find one marked down to $499 or so, but otherwise $529 is your barrier to entry for a modern dual-core laptop. The HP G62-225DX carries that price, as does the Asus K501J-BBZ5 and the Dell Inspiron iM501R-1212PBL. Poor battery life and a stiff mouse button sour the deal for the otherwise attractive and affordable HP G62-225DX.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/23/2010
Rating: Total score: 60% performance: 70% features: 70% mobility: 60%
HP G62-144DX
Specifications

Processor: Intel Core i3 330M
Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD Graphics
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.5kg
Price: 600 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Source: Digital Versus

HP's G series offers "the essential, nothing superfluous". They aim to be both affordable and able to handle all round tasks. With the G62, HP is giving us a computer designed for processing office documents and the internet. The finish is pretty good for an entry level model. It's a shame that certain keyboard issues make it frustrating to get used to.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/17/2010
Rating: Total score: 60%
HP G62-a45SA
Specifications

Processor: Intel Core i3 350M
Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD Graphics
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.6kg
Price: 700 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Source: Techradar

Overall the G62-a45SA is a good machine that offers strong Intel Core i3 performance at a reasonable price. Features such as LightScribe support and the fast hard drive are a welcome bonus, but the keyboard and touchpad may put off some users.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/16/2010
Rating: Total score: 70%
HP G62-355dx
Specifications

Processor: AMD Athlon II P340
Graphics Adapter: ATI Radeon HD 4250
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.5kg
Price: 400 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Source: PC Mag

You won't pay a lot for the HP G62-355dx, but you won't get much in the way of performance or features, either.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/11/2010
Rating: Total score: 60%
Foreign Reviews
Source: Notebook.cz

Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/07/2010
HP G62-a45SF
Specifications

Processor: AMD Athlon II P320
Graphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 545v
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.2kg
Price: 700 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Foreign Reviews
Source: 01Net

Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/07/2010
Rating: Total score: 60%
HP Roddick G62-130ET
Specifications

Processor: Intel Core i3 330M
Graphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5430
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.5kg
Price: 700 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Foreign Reviews
Source: Prohardver.hu

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/08/2010
HP G62-a85ES
Specifications

Processor: AMD Phenom II X2 N620
Graphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 545v
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.2kg
Price: 500 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Foreign Reviews
Source: PC Actual

Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/05/2011
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 92%
HP G62-b25SG
Specifications

Processor: Intel Core i5 460M
Graphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.2kg
Price: 600 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Foreign Reviews
Source: Notebookjournal

Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/21/2011
Rating: performance: 50% features: 50% display: 30% mobility: 50% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%
HP G62-454TU
Specifications

Processor: Intel Pentium P6200
Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD Graphics
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.5kg
Price: 500 euro
Links: HP homepage G62-454TU (Model)
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Average Score:
Source: Good Gear Guide

The HP Pavilion G62-454TU notebook is perfect for families, students and new computer users who want something cheap, yet with good performance. It has an Intel Pentium CPU under the hood, but it will do a good job running office and multimedia tasks. There are some shortcomings with the screen and touchpad, but overall, it's a solid 15.6in notebook to consider.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/10/2011
Rating: Total score: 80%
HP G62-450SA
Specifications

Processor: Intel Core i3 350M
Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD Graphics
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.5kg
Price: 500 euro
Links: HP homepage G62-450SA (Model)
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Average Score:
Source: CNet

Price erosion at the lower end of the laptop market means that many of today's budget machines aren't much more expensive than higher-end netbooks. The version of the 15.6-inch HP G62 that we saw, the G62-450SA, has its plus points, but, overall, it's a fairly average laptop both in terms of performance and design. You can get similar machines for slightly less cash.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/13/2011
Rating: Total score: 60%
HP G62-b35sg
Specifications

Processor: Intel Core i5 460M
Graphics Adapter: ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.5kg
Price: 500 euro
Links: HP homepage
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Average Score:
Foreign Reviews
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HP G62-b32SA
Specifications

Processor: Intel Core i5 460M
Graphics Adapter: Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD Graphics
Display: 15.60 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 2.5kg
Price: 600 euro
Links: HP homepage G62-b32SA (Model)
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Average Score:
Source: Techradar

Featuring a powerful processor commonly found on more expensive laptops, the HP G62-b32SA is great value for any students on a tight budget. However, if you have a huge media collection or wish to perform heavy multimedia tasks such as editing video, there are more suitable laptops.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/31/2011
Rating: Total score: 70%
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In the laptop segment, HP was the world's largest manufacturer from 2014 to 2016 with a market share of 20-21% from 2014 to 2016, but they only exceed Lenovo by a small margin as of recently. HP is not present in the smartphone sector (as of 2016).
Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) HD Graphics: Onboard graphics card that is built in the new Arrandale CPUs (Core i3 / i5 / i7 Dual Cores). Depending on the model and Turbo Boost, the GMA HD is clocked between 166 and 766 MHz.
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5430: DirectX 11 chip with the codename Park LP, slowest clocked HD 5400 series chip.
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500MHD: Onboard (shared Memory) GPU built in the GM45, GE45 and GS45 chipset (Montevina). Because of two more shaders and a higher core clock, much faster than the old GMA X3100. Still not advisable for gamers (DirectX 10 games not playable or only with very low settings). The integrated video processor is able to help decode HD videos (AVC/VC-2/MPEG2) , e.g., for a fluent Blu-Ray playback with slow CPUs.
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5470: Entry level DirectX 11 chip with GDDR5 support but only 80 shader cores. Supports Eyefinity (up to 4 monitors) and 8-ch HD audio over HDMI. Performance on par with the old GeForce 8600M GT.
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) 4500M: The graphics core of the Intel GL40 and GS40 chipset features a slower clocked GMA 4500MHD (400 versus 533 MHz). Because of the slower core speed, full Blu-Ray Logo support is not given and the gaming performance is a bit worse.
ATI Radeon HD 4250: Onboard graphics card (in the RS880M chipset) for AMD processors with Avivo HD support and technically a higher clocked HD 4200.
ATI Mobility Radeon HD 545v: Renamed HD 5145 GPU (which is a slightly high clocked HD 4570) and therefore an entry level graphics card with DirectX 10.1 support.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
Intel Core i3:
330M:
The Core i3-330M is a slower clocked 350M and therefore also lacks the Turbo Boost feature and clocks with max. 2.13 GHz. Thanks to Hyperthreading, 4 threads can be processed simultaneously. An integrated graphics card (GMA HD 3150) and a DDR3 memory controller are also included in the package.
350M:
The Core i3-350M is technically a Core i5-430M without the Turbo Boost overlocking feature. Therefore, it always clocks with max. 2.26 GHz (of course Speedstep is included). Thanks to Hyperthreading, 4 threads can be processed simultaneously. An integrated graphics card (GMA HD) and a DDR3 memory controller are also included in the package.
Intel Pentium Dual Core: The return of the name Pentium, though it is a Yonah core. In fact, it is a double Core processor with a very good relation of performance to current consumption.
T4500:
Entry to middle class dual core CPU with 1 MB level 2 cache and no virtualization technology. Compared to the Core 2 Duo line, some power saving mechanism are deactivated.
AMD Athlon II:
P340: Entry level dual core processor for 13"+ laptops featuring a DDR3 memory controller.
P320: Entry level dual core processor for 13"+ laptops featuring a DDR3 memory controller.
AMD Phenom II X2:
N620: Mobile Dual-Core CPU based on the desktop Athlon II X2 due to the missing level 3 cache. Due to the fast clock speed, the N620 should be located in the upper mid range of laptop CPUs.
Intel Core i5:
460M: The Core i5-460M has only 3 MB L3 Cache (compared to the I7-620M) and clocks between 2.53-2.8 GHz (Turbo Mode). Thanks to Hyperthreading, 4 threads can be processed simultaneously. An integrated graphics card (GMA HD) and a DDR3 memory controller are also included in the package.
Intel Pentium:
P6200: The Pentium P6200 is an entry level CPU based on the Arrandale core. Compared to the Core i3-330M it does not feature HyperThreading leading to a slower multi-threaded performance.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.
2.1 kg:
Usually, old laptops with 14-16 inch display-diagonal weigh as much.
2.9 kg:
In former years, this weight was representative for laptops with a 14-16 inch display-diagonal. Nowadays, 17 inch laptops weigh less than that.
71.16%: This rating is bad. Most notebooks are better rated. This is not a recommendation for purchase.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.