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HP ENVY 14-3010NR Spectre Ultrabook

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$826.77 - $1,730.70

Summary: A 14-inch laptop tested with Windows 7 Home Premium, Intel Core i5-2467M 1.6GHz processor, 4GB of memory, Intel HD 3000 graphics, and a 128GB solid-state drive.

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Type: 14-inch laptops

About - HP ENVY 14-3010NR Spectre Ultrabook
The HP ENVY 14-3010NR Spectre Ultrabook is a 14-inch laptop with an LCD resolution of 1600 x 900. It has 4GB of memory and a 128GB hard drive. It has an Intel Core i5-2467M 1.6GHz processor and Intel HD 3000 video adapter but no dedicated video memory, so it's not well suited for high-performance video gaming. But it lacks an optical drive for burning CDs or DVDs. It comes with Windows 7 Home Premium pre-installed. The ENVY 14-3010NR Spectre Ultrabook has a built-in memory card reader for digital photography, a multitouch touchpad, and 2 USB ports. It has HDMI out for connecting to an HDTV. It supports Wi-Fi 802.11n, so it's compatible with the latest high-speed routers. The ENVY 14-3010NR Spectre Ultrabook measures 12.8 inches wide by 0.8 inches high by 8.8 inches deep and it weighs 4lbs. It's backed by a 24 month warranty, with 24 months of tech support.

About - HP ENVY 14-3010NR Spectre Ultrabook

The HP ENVY 14-3010NR Spectre Ultrabook is a 14-inch laptop with an LCD resolution of 1600 x 900. It has 4GB of memory and a 128GB hard drive. It has an Intel Core i5-2467M 1.6GHz processor and Intel HD 3000 video adapter but no dedicated video memory, so it's not well suited for high-performance video gaming. But it lacks an optical drive for burning CDs or DVDs. It comes with Windows 7 Home Premium pre-installed.

The ENVY 14-3010NR Spectre Ultrabook has a built-in memory card reader for digital photography, a multitouch touchpad, and 2 USB ports. It has HDMI out for connecting to an HDTV. It supports Wi-Fi 802.11n, so it's compatible with the latest high-speed routers.

The ENVY 14-3010NR Spectre Ultrabook measures 12.8 inches wide by 0.8 inches high by 8.8 inches deep and it weighs 4lbs. It's backed by a 24 month warranty, with 24 months of tech support.

About This Brand
HP is the No. 1 seller of desktops and laptops in the United States. In laptops, it offers the Pavillion line, which includes the G, DM, DV, and Envy series. These run the gamut from budget to high performance models. Its ultraportable laptops include the Envy Spectre and Folio lines. In desktops, it offers the Pavillion line, including the everyday P6, P7, and Slimline (slimmer design), the high performance HPE and Envy series, and gaming Envy Phoenix. There are four all-in-one lines, the Omni, Pavillion, Envy, and Spectre. For netbooks, HP offers the HP Mini line.
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About This Brand

HP is the No. 1 seller of desktops and laptops in the United States. In laptops, it offers the Pavillion line, which includes the G, DM, DV, and Envy series. These run the gamut from budget to high performance models. Its ultraportable laptops include the Envy Spectre and Folio lines. In desktops, it offers the Pavillion line, including the everyday P6, P7, and Slimline (slimmer design), the high performance HPE and Envy series, and gaming Envy Phoenix. There are four all-in-one lines, the Omni, Pavillion, Envy, and Spectre. For netbooks, HP offers the HP Mini line.

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Features & Specs - HP ENVY 14-3010NR Spectre Ultrabook
Display size (in.) The diagonal measure of the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen. Display size (in.)	14
Processor Also known as the CPU (Central Processing Unit), the processor is responsible for running commands and handling data. Processors come in different speeds and may have two or more cores (ex. dual-core), which let you more quickly process multiple complex tasks. Processor	Core i5-2467M
Memory (GB) Also known as RAM, memory is a temporary storage area for data. Its size is an important factor for performance. We recommend at least 2GB of memory, or 4GB if you plan to run several large applications at the same time. Memory (GB)	4
Storage (GB) The amount of storage, a permanent area for the operating system, programs and data such as documents, music, and media files. Storage can be a hard drive, an SSD (solid state drive), or hybrid drive. Storage (GB)	128
Video memory (MB) The amount of dedicated memory built into a graphics adapter. Most models have integrated graphics, which have no dedicated memory but are still suitable for most applications, including photo editing and watching movies. Others have discrete graphic adapters, which typically have 256 MB or more video memory, to deliver smoother and more realistic graphics for 3D games. Video memory (MB)	NA
Blu-ray or DVD Has either a Blu-Ray drive (B), which lets you watch Blu-Ray movies and read/write to CDs and DVDs, or a DVD drive (D), which lets you read/write to CDs and DVDs. Blu-ray or DVD	None
Wi-Fi The type of built-in 802.11 wireless networking supported. Computers with 802.11n also support 802.11g routers. Some models with 802.11n also support the 5GHz "high band," a standard suitable for apartments and other crowded areas. Wi-Fi	Yes
WiMAX One of the standards used by cell phone service providers that they call "4G". Based on the IEEE 802.16e wireless standard, mobile WiMAX is a wireless broadband Internet connection like Wi-Fi, with comparable data speeds. But its range is much greater, measured in miles rather than feet, which in theory should provide continuous broadband coverage over greater distances. If supported you usually have to sign up with a service provider and pay an extra fee. WiMAX	No
Memory-card reader At least one flash memory-card slot (CF, SD, XD, MS, etc.) Memory-card reader	Yes
Built-in webcam A built-in webcam for videoconferencing. Built-in webcam	Yes
eSATA port Has an eSATA (external Serial ATA) port for connecting an external hard drive. This includes ports that may be on the keyboard dock of detachable laptops. eSATA port	No
Thunderbolt port Has a Thunderbolt port for connecting peripherals such as an external hard drive. This includes ports that may be on the keyboard dock of detachable laptops. Thunderbolt is a new high-speed port that can connect to DVI, HDMI and VGA through the use of adapters. Thunderbolt port	No
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General Information
Manufacturer	Hewlett-Packard
Manufacturer Website Address	www.hp.com
Product Line	Envy Spectre
Product Series	14-3000
Product Model	14-3010NR A9P67UA
Product Name	ENVY 14-3010NR Spectre
Product Type	Ultrabook

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By 2-CV driver

from Vienna, VA

(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Love it - but is it better than an X-1?

3/2/2013

Pros

Backlit keys

Durable Construction

Easy To Use

Fast

Good Battery Life

Great Beats Audio

High Resolution Screen

Multi-touch Touchpad

Quick Start And Shut Down

Reliable Performance

Sexy Looking

Cons

Cold To The Touch

Glassy Surface Smudges

Hard To Open

No Fingerprint Reader

Only 128 Gig Storage

Best Uses

Comment:

I give it 4.5, subtracting .5 because of the gorilla glass and lack of 8GB RAM and 256 GB SSD options. It was a toss-up between the HP Envy 14 Spectre and the Lenovo X-1 Carbon. I haven't seen the X-1 yet, but I hate Windows 8, so I needed a new Windows 7 machine. I'm not positive I made the right choice. Both have the same strong points, very fast and thin (but the X-1 is lighter), backlit keyboards and Bluetooth mouse. What pushed me to the HP in the store is probably the best screen in a Windows machine -- equal to the MacBook I think, compared to what I've heard about lesser resolution on the X-1, even though both have 1600x900. Great sound! And if you are giving it as a gift you will make an big impression when it is unwrapped. It comes in beautiful packaging -- the best I've ever seen for a computer.<br /><br />The CONS: What creeps me out about this laptop is the cold and clammy gorilla glass it is made of. I would rather have the traditional black metal surface of the Lenovo. I get the willies resting my palms on that icy surface. The black glass outer surface shows every fingerprint and smudge, and always looks dirty. I'm constantly polishing it. It takes away from that sexy space-age look that I'm sure motivates some to buy it. I would like to have the X-1's fingerprint password option. I would have ordered more RAM and a bigger SSD if it was an option. The Envy Spector only has 4 GB RAM and 128 GB SSD, and I'm worried I'll run out of storage and have to drag around an external drive. The X-1 offers 256 GB SSD and 8 GB RAM. The Spectre has no USB ports on right side, which is kinda inconvenient. And is difficult to open -- you almost need to carry a tire iron with you if you have short fingernails. It's like trying to pry open an oyster. But once you pry it open, you have found a pearl. The CONs are all minor things. My wife and son love it, and have no complaints. Maybe when I get to see the X-1 screen I'll go for an X-1 with 8GB/256GB, load Windows 7 on it, put the Envy Spector back in its gorgeous packaging, and give it to my son for his birthday!

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Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

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