Hp pavilion g6 specifications
The HP Pavilion g6 laptop is recommended as a budget solution and the review will be devoted to it, but for those users who want maximum performance when working with multimedia, the older brother in the Pavilion dv6 series is more suitable.
Are you looking for an inexpensive laptop under $500 for home and office use? HP's 15.6-inch Pavilion g6 may be a good investment. We took a closer look at this budget laptop to see if you can save money smartly. Next, we will take a closer look at the characteristics of the HP pavilion g6.
HP Pavilion g6 (g6-2209sr) review
We really quickly got used to thin compact laptops, not even a couple of years have passed. I don't mean all users. Rather, us: those who constantly test technology. Someone will say that such “temporary” users are not an indicator; the majority change laptops much less often. This is true, but devices don’t come to us just like that: their choice reflects the present and near future of the market. Often - from positions beneficial to marketing, which do not always completely coincide with the needs of users. Judging by comments and reviews (oral and online), as well as store sales results, inexpensive laptops are most in demand, and not everyone is willing to pay extra for design, thinness and lightness. Users need, above all, machines that they can use to get the job done. Some people really need their computer to help them process graphics and video, and even allow them to play modern toys without any lags. A productive laptop does not have to be very expensive at all: fortunately, there is competition in the market, even if recently it is not as intense as it was several years ago. There was a rare guest in the GG laboratory - a laptop on the modern high-performance AMD Trinity platform, a 4-core processor, a discrete video card for which you need to pay less than 5,000 hryvnia (19 thousand rubles).
Specifications
| HP Pavilion g6 (g6-2209sr) | |
| Display | 15.6 inches, 1366×768 pixels, TN, glossy |
| Dimensions | 376x244x36 mm |
| Weight | 2.45 kg |
| operating system | Microsoft Windows 8 64-bit |
| CPU | , AMD A10 4600M Trinity (4 cores, 2.3 GHz, 4 MB L2 cache) AMD A70M FCH chipset |
| RAM | 8 GB DDR3 |
| Graphic arts | AMD Radeon HD 7670M, 1GB Plus + Integrated, AMD Radeon HD 7660G |
| Storage device | 1 TB, 5400 rpm. |
| Communications | IEEE 802.11b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0+HS |
| Connectors | RJ45, HDMI, VGA, card reader, 2xUSB 3.0, 1xUSB 2.0, 3.5 mm headphone output, microphone input, power connector |
| Camera | 1.3 MP; |
| Battery | 6 cells, lithium polymer, 4200 mAh |
| Additionally | optical drive |
Design and ergonomics
The long introduction to the review has probably already prepared the reader for the fact that the HP Pavilion g6 is by no means an elegant model. 36 millimeters in thickness is a completely full-size “tag”, in the body of which you can fit everything. The device also weighs a lot: almost 2.5 kilograms.
The corners of the model are strongly rounded: some will like this “soap-like” appearance, others not so much. The design is completely lax, not business-like, but at the same time, due to its dimensions, the laptop looks somehow... solid, or something.
The laptop shines from all sides: the lid is glossy, the frame around the display (quite thin except for the top part) and the display itself are glossy, the space under the palm is glossy.
And only the bottom of the laptop is covered with rough matte plastic, extremely simple, but feels reliable.
The best gloss option goes to the laptop lid: it is not too easily soiled and not as shiny as other surfaces. True, he also collects fingerprints. But, firstly, it is not too noticeable, and, secondly, it is easy to wipe them off. True, it’s easy to scratch.
The attachment of the lid to the bottom of the laptop is strong and reliable, the deflection angle is average (since the lid is a bit heavy, the engineers probably decided not to make it too large).
The assembly is also decent, a slight deflection is only possible with pressure on the cover in the center, as well as in the place where the laser disc drive is located. However, this is unlikely to be a big problem. On the bottom we see ventilation holes, a removable battery, as well as a hatch with screws, unscrewing which we get access to the hard drive and RAM.
Ports and connectors
On the left side you can find a ventilation grille, VGA and HDMI ports, RJ-45 for connecting to a wired network, two USB 3.0, separate audio jacks for a microphone and headphones, which is not always found on laptops today, as well as a universal card reader. Everything is located very compactly; wide USB devices can interfere with each other when trying to connect them to adjacent ports.
On the left, everything is much simpler: there is a place for a laser disc drive, another USB, only this time slower 2.0, as well as a power socket.
Screen
The screen is budget: glossy finish, average contrast and brightness, small vertical viewing angles and slightly larger horizontal ones. A regular TN matrix, which will most likely be criticized for its inappropriate resolution of 1366x768 pixels. Indeed, in the case of 15.6 inches, this does not look very good: at a standard working distance, human eyes can clearly distinguish large grain on the screen.
If rays do not fall on the screen or light sources that create glare are not reflected, working behind it is quite comfortable. But outside in the bright sun this process will be painful. However, based on its dimensions, a laptop does not belong to the traveling brethren.
Keyboard and touchpad
The full-size keyboard with a numeric keypad is made according to the island principle. Most of the keys are large, all have a shallow, clear and fairly quiet stroke. Personally, only the arrow block seemed inconvenient to me: small vertical arrows and large horizontal arrows are somewhat confusing. The functional range, traditionally for HP, is “inverted”: when pressed, “laptop” functions are activated (for example, turning off Wi-Fi or adjusting screen brightness), and to call the usual F1-F12 you will have to press the Fn key.
I liked the keyboard. Good layout and workmanship. By the way, it is slightly recessed into the body, as is the medium-sized touchpad, equipped with two mechanical buttons.
This, of course, is joyful (for many users), but why it was necessary to make the texture of the touchpad so pimply and prickly is a mystery to me: the finger slides over it without problems, but somehow this process is not pleasing...
System and performance
The model we received for testing, the HP Pavilion g6-2209sr, is based on the AMD platform with a modern high-performance A10-4600M processor. Four cores, the integrated Radeon HD 7660G graphics card works in CrossFire mode with a discrete Radeon HD 7670M (for some games, by the way, it is better to disable the mode; for unknown reasons, it sometimes reduces performance). It must be said that the solution handles graphics well, which is confirmed by both graphics tests (see below) and toys.
Let's say I managed to play Battlefield 3 and Batman Arkham City at the native screen resolution at maximum settings. But the PCMark 7 system balance test gave the laptop a surprisingly low score. I don't know who is to blame for this - the processor or the hard drive. Based on Windows tests, both are weak in terms of graphical performance.
Windows 8 makes many users (especially those who want to buy a classic laptop with a non-touch screen) want to immediately tear it down and install the more familiar Windows 7. No, however, equipment sellers say that recently the question of the possibility of correct running “Seven” on a laptop with “Eight” preinstalled. However, there are no complaints about the operation of the OS on this laptop. There is one complaint against HP: in our sample the touchpad driver refused to work correctly. Multi-motion and scrolling did not work, which, as you understand, in the case of the eight, if not a vital necessity, then a very serious convenience.
Sound
The sound in the laptop is pretty good. This is provided by large Altec Lansing speakers located above the keyboard, along with the IDT 92HD87B2/4 codec. Mid frequencies sound clear, even pleasant. The highs, however, are often distorted, and there is very little bass, but for a laptop, especially an inexpensive one, it’s quite decent.
Autonomy, noise, heating
The car, which looks solid, matches its appearance and hums. During tests and games it is audible, but at times the fan works even in a state of relative rest. In short, the well-known scourge of AMD - not the most economical and well-thought-out cooling system makes itself felt. And this manifests itself not only in noise, but also in heating: the bottom and left side of the laptop are a little warmer than we would like, even without load, and during tests it is quite noticeable. The battery life is not outstanding, but it is not required from replacing such a PC: in maximum load mode (Wi-Fi on, loading, 100% screen brightness, Battery Eater Classic test) the HP Pavilion g6 lasted an hour and another 10 minutes in reading (30% screen brightness, Wi-Fi module disabled, Reader Battery Eater test) - exactly five hours. Well, the laptop managed to play movies in FullHD for 2 hours and 48 minutes.
Bottom line
HP Pavilion g6 (g6-2209sr) is a budget replacement for a universal work desktop. It will allow the owner not only to easily cope with all office tasks, but also to play most games (some, though only at low settings), edit a video or process photographs. However, it is worth remembering that this laptop is not very mobile: its large weight and large dimensions are not conducive to constant travel. 5 reasons to buy HP Pavilion g6 (g6-2209sr):
- Affordable price;
- good performance, presence of a discrete video card;
- Not a bad sound;
- Large hard drive (1 TB);
- A large number of ports and connectors.
3 reasons not to buy HP Pavilion g6 (g6-2209sr):
- Noisy and not the most efficient cooling system.
- Grainy glossy screen;
- Inconvenient touchpad.
Description of construction and design
The HP Pavilion g6 case is made in gray and black tones. Almost all visible surfaces of the laptop are made of glossy plastic, which is a bad choice because it stains easily and doesn't prove to be as durable as matte plastic over time. Oddly enough, but only around the screen there is a matte plastic bezel.
The case is quite sturdy for a budget laptop. It takes some effort to open the lid. In addition, the hand rest and surrounding panel do not sag when you press on it. The display panel (or rather the screen cover) is the only part that I would like to improve; it is thin and bends easily; When pressed from the reverse side, ripples even appear on the display. However, the attachments between the lid and the body are impressive - they are made of metal and look very durable.
In the end, the build quality is a little better than expected based on the laptop's price point. For those who want to add RAM or replace the hard drive, this will not be difficult; the cover in the bottom panel covers both components.
Design
The HP Pavilion g6 looks more expensive than its cost; it is not just “another medium-format laptop,” but a device in the creation of which the designer clearly had a hand. The lion's share of this effect is achieved through the massive use of gloss - if you do not put up with this type of finish, then it is better to immediately pay attention to some other option.
We received the most neutral design option, but much more cheerful colors are also available, including blue, red, pink, sand, etc. The lid, with a small HP logo in the lower corner, is finished in high-gloss gray plastic, which is very effective at hiding fingerprints.
HP Pavilion g6 case is made of ordinary matte plastic. In the rear part of the bottom there is a battery with a capacity of 47 Wh; memory and Wi-Fi modules, as well as a hard drive, are hidden under the L-shaped upgrade hatch.
There are several perforation zones on the bottom, and in the far left corner there is a main fan that blows exhaust air through the radiator on the left side.
Almost all available connectors are concentrated here: two video outputs, a network RJ45, a pair of USB and two audio ports, as well as a card reader, plus power and hard drive activity indicators are also located here. On the left side of the HP Pavilion g6 there is a DVD drive and a third USB, as well as a charger socket with an indicator that glows red during charging and white after reaching 100% level.
The rear edge is empty, and a pair of SRS Premium Sound stereo speakers are placed on the front.
Ports and features
According to the description of the HP Pavilion g6, its device offers a standard set of ports, nothing special. So we did not find USB 3.0, eSATA, DisplayPort and an ExpressCard slot. This is a drawback, because I would really like to have USB 3.0 for quickly transferring large files, such as high-resolution photos or HD videos, but this can only be expected from a budget laptop.
Drivers
Windows is designed in such a way that it requires specific software to operate the hardware, which is no secret. Due to the active promotion of new generations of HP systems, they refused to adapt drivers for Windows 7. Drivers for the HP Pavilion G6 laptop can only be installed using the following procedure:
- Open task manager.
- Find non-working equipment.
- Go to the “Details” tab.
- Select the item “ID equipment”.
- A list with the equipment code will appear in the selected window.
- This code must be copied and entered into the search service.
Description of HP Pavilion g6: screen and speakers
HP Pavilion g6 has a 15.6-inch display with support for 720p resolution (1366x768) and a glossy surface. This type of display is typical for budget laptops. Brightness is satisfactory; Contrast is low and color reproduction is slightly cooler - some colors look washed out. Viewing angles are small both above and below, which is generally expected for a TN panel. The glossy surface helps to add a little contrast, but does not eliminate the above impression.
Resolution is simply the Achilles heel of this display (like almost all laptops in this price category); 1366x768 is the lower limit for modern computers. With only 768 vertical pixels, the screen provides a very compact workspace; To view web pages you have to scroll for a long time. Using two windows side by side becomes completely impractical.
The device has two stereo speakers, located below the palm rests and manufactured by Altec Lansing. Despite HP's good tradition of using high-quality audio elements from Altec Lansing and Beats Audio, these sound the worst we've ever heard on any laptop or netbook in general. The sound is very dull and the bass just punches through it.
Case design
- Dimensions: 376x244x36 millimeters.
- Weight: 2.4 kilograms.
The design of the device is made in the best traditions of HP, but differs from other models in the abundance of gloss. The laptop lid, work area, side inserts and display bezel are made of glossy plastic. It looks glamorous and interesting, but this solution is not practical. The glossy finish attracts dust and small scratches like a magnet, mercilessly killing the presentable appearance of the laptop. The shape of the body also resembles other models, no frills, a regular rectangle with curved, smooth corners. The thickness changes slightly towards the front of the device, in the manner of Ultrabooks. The case turned out to be quite strong, does not bend or creak anywhere. All parts fit together as closely as possible, without any glare that collects dust. The hinges holding the lid are rigid and reliable; you won’t be able to open the laptop with one hand, which is bad, but the laptop itself won’t accidentally open, which is good.
Keyboard and touchpad
The Pavilion g6 laptop has a full-size keyboard, but without a separate number pad. The keys have a flat top and a straight bevel to the base to create space between them. The keyboard feels and sounds cheap; The keys make a quiet but distinct click when pressed. Tactile sensations are not particularly high quality; Responsiveness does not increase the desire to type. Surprisingly, the keyboard has a solid base and does not flex. The matte texture of the buttons becomes shiny over time with use; This happened to us within a week. Overall, we consider the keyboard to be satisfactory, but nothing more; The keyboards on more expensive HP laptops are much better.
The touchpad is good for consumer laptops. The surface may feel a little more abrasive than usual, but in terms of applicability it is better than being too smooth. The buttons are quiet and unobtrusive, which is always welcome and something touchpads should always have; But inexpensive laptops are notorious for loud, clicking touchpad buttons. This concludes the visual review of the HP Pavilion g6 and moves on to testing.
When testing the HP Pavilion g6-1A69US we had the following configuration:
- 15.6" 720p glossy display (1366x768 resolution)
- Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
- Dual-core Intel Core i3-380M (2.53 GHz, 3 MB cache, 35 W power consumption)
- Intel HM55 chipset
- Integrated Intel HD graphics
- RAM 4 GB DDR3-1066 (2x 2 GB; supports up to 8 GB - 2x 4 GB)
- Seagate 500 GB 7200 rpm hard drive (ST9500325AS)
- 802.11n Wireless Adapter (Atheros AR9285)
- Integrated webcam
- Built-in DVD burner (hp DVDRAM GT31L)
- One year warranty
- Rechargeable Li-ion battery (10.8 V, 4200 mAh)
- Weight: 2.491 kg
- Dimensions: 37.4 x 24.5 x 3.1~3.6 cm.
- Estimated price: $500
These HP Pavilion g6 specifications are slightly above the minimum for laptops on the market today. This laptop is quite sufficient for students and home users who want to surf the Internet and use a standard office suite. It's not at all suitable for modern 3D games like Call of Duty, and due to the low screen resolution, it won't be optimal for Photoshop work or intensive multitasking.
HP Pavilion g6-1206er laptop specifications
| CPU | AMD A4-3300M (1.9/2.5 GHz; 2 cores, 35 W TDP) |
| Chipset | AMD A60M, K12 |
| Integrated Graphics | AMD Radeon HD 6480G (Sumo) |
| Discrete graphics | AMD Radeon HD 6470M (Seymour) |
| Switch graphics | AMD Radeon HD 6510G2 (AMD Dual Graphics) |
| RAM | 4 GB, DDR3-1333 (2×SODIMM) |
| HDD | 500 GB, 5400 rpm, SATA |
| SSD | — |
| Screen | 15.6″ (1366×768), glossy |
| Screen brightness, min./max. | 10/130 cd/m2 (10 gradations) |
| Drive unit | DVD±RW |
| Connectors | 3×USB 2.0, D-subi, HDMI, RJ45, SD(HC/XC)/MMC, mic-in/head-out |
| Net | Fast Ethernet |
| WiFi | 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.0 |
| 3G | — |
| Webcam | VGA |
| Acoustics | Altec Lansing |
| Battery | 4200 mAh, 10.8 V (47 Wh) |
| Autonomy | 1 h 17 min / 4 h 42 min |
| Dimensions and weight | 374×245×36.3 mm, 2.55 kg |
| Pre-installed OS | Microsoft Windows 7 Home Basic |
| Modification | HP Pavilion g6-1206er (A1R05EA) |
| Peculiarities | several color options |
Product provided by HP, www.hp.ua
HP Pavilion g6 laptop performance specs
It should be noted that the Core i3-380M used in the $500 g6 version is the same age as the first generation of Core i-series processors; it was replaced by the second generation i3-2310M and 2330M i3. The new processors are faster, but more importantly, they are more energy efficient. It's also disappointing that the laptop comes with a Seagate 7200 hard drive; it's already ancient by computer standards (which naturally reduces overall system performance) and produces a lot of noise.
wPrime processor comparison results (lower numbers mean better performance):
Overall system performance rating (higher scores mean better performance):
The newer version of the HP Pavilion g6 test in this description is used to measure overall PCMark performance (higher numbers mean better performance):
3DMark06 Gaming Graphics Performance Score (higher scores mean better performance):
CrystalDiskMark drive performance testing:
HP Pavilion g6-2007er reviews
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Main characteristics
screen: 15.6″; screen resolution: 1366×768; processor: Intel Core i5 3210M; frequency: 2.5 GHz (2.9 GHz, in Turbo mode); memory: 4096 MB, DDR3; HDD: 500 GB, 5400 rpm; AMD Radeon HD 7670M - 1024 MB; DVD-RW; WiFi; Bluetooth; HDMI; WEB camera; Windows 7 Home Basic
| Laptop screen | |
| Screen diagonal in inches Screen diagonal in inches The purpose of the laptop depends on the size of the screen. Laptops with a screen smaller than 11″ are usually called netbooks; they are lightweight and have a long battery life. Such netbooks are designed for working on the Internet and office applications. Full-size laptops have a larger screen diagonal. Due to the increase in screen size, the weight of the laptop also increases, while battery life decreases. Full-size laptops are a worthy replacement for desktop PCs; they are designed to run resource-intensive applications and computer games. It is worth noting that the larger the laptop screen, the more convenient it is to work on it. | 15.6 « |
| Screen Resolution Screen Resolution Horizontal and vertical resolution of the laptop screen. The resolution of the screen depends on the size of the screen. Resolution is the number of dots (pixels) horizontally and vertically on the screen. The higher the laptop resolution, the larger the screen size. The larger screen allows you to open multiple documents at once and edit a larger image. | 1366×768 |
| LED screen backlight LED screen backlight The laptop screen has LED backlight. Using light-emitting diode (LED) backlighting instead of conventional fluorescent lamps (CCFLs) improves contrast, color reproduction, and also significantly reduces the size of the laptop and, most importantly, its power consumption. | There is |
| Screen surface Screen surface Covering the surface of the laptop screen. Depending on the model, it can be matte or glossy. The matte surface does not reflect glare from light sources. The glossy surface has a slightly better display of black laptop screens. | glossy |
| Laptop configuration | |
| CPU | Intel Core i5 3210M |
| Processor, frequency Processor, frequency Frequency of the processor installed in the laptop. Its performance depends on the frequency of the processor. The performance of modern processors cannot be judged only by its frequency. If processors belong to different lines from different manufacturers, then having the same frequency they can have different performance. Its power consumption and heat dissipation also depend on the frequency of the processor. | 2.5 GHz (2.9 GHz, Turbo mode) |
| Number of processor cores Number of processor cores Number of cores of the installed processor. Recently, mobile processors are equipped with multiple cores, which further increases their performance. | dual core |
| RAM RAM The size, type and frequency of RAM installed in the laptop. RAM is used for temporary storage of data. The larger the RAM, the higher the performance of the laptop. | 4096 MB, DDR3 |
| Max. RAM capacity Max. RAM capacity The maximum amount of RAM supported by each specific laptop. Netbooks, as a rule, do not have the ability to increase RAM by adding another module. But most laptops allow you to install one more memory module (or more), which will improve the overall performance of the laptop. It is recommended to install additional RAM modules at the laptop manufacturer's service center. | 8 GB |
| Type of graphics controller Type of graphics controller Depending on the purpose, laptops are equipped with either an integrated graphics controller or a discrete one. The integrated graphics controller is installed in the chipset of the laptop motherboard or in its processor. Modern integrated graphics controllers have average performance and are perfect for running office applications, watching movies, surfing the Internet, or running simple games. A discrete graphics controller is a separate video card. Such a controller, unlike an integrated one, has greater performance, but at the same time has high power consumption and heat dissipation. Recently, combined graphics can be increasingly found in laptops. In such laptops, one graphics is integrated into the processor or chipset, and the second is discrete. Depending on the application running on the laptop, different graphics controllers may be used. So, when working with office programs, integrated graphics are used, and when launching games, discrete graphics are used. This combination allows you to increase the operating time of your laptop. | discrete |
| Graphics controller Graphics controller Model of the graphics controller installed in the laptop. As a rule, laptops are equipped with one integrated or discrete graphics controller. Recently, combined graphics can be increasingly found in laptops. In such laptops, one graphics is integrated into the processor or chipset, and the second is discrete. Depending on the application running on the laptop, different graphics controllers may be used. So, when working with office programs, integrated graphics are used, and when launching games, discrete graphics are used. This combination allows you to increase the operating time of your laptop. | AMD Radeon HD 7670M - 1024 MB |
| Storage devices | |
| HDD capacity HDD capacity The capacity of the hard drive installed in the laptop. The volume of the hard drive (HDD) determines how much information can be stored in a laptop. Some laptop models have multiple HDDs, which allows you to store much more information on them, but at the same time the power consumption of the laptop increases, which reduces its battery life. HDD spindle speed is currently limited to 7200 rpm. The access time and average data transfer speed depend on the number of revolutions. | 500 GB, 5400 rpm |
| ODD type ODD type The type of optical drive installed in the laptop. Depending on the purpose of the laptop, it is equipped with an optical drive that supports different disks. Currently, most laptops have DVD-RW drives, which are designed to read and write to CDs and DVDs. Some laptops come with Blu-Ray drives, which allow you to play Blu-Ray discs and burn to DVDs. Netbooks with screen sizes smaller than 11 inches typically do not have a disk reader. The absence of an optical drive allows you to significantly reduce the weight of the device and increase its battery life. | DVD-RW |
| Card reader Card reader The presence of a built-in card reader in a laptop allows you to connect various memory cards to the laptop, which have recently become widespread. You can record information from a laptop onto memory cards or view photos or videos from photo/video cameras on the laptop without connecting them to the laptop. | There is |
| Laptop communications | |
| Support for Wi-Fi technology Support for Wi-Fi technology This characteristic indicates the presence of a built-in Wi-Fi wireless adapter in the laptop. Using a Wi-Fi adapter, you can connect your laptop to a wireless network, which is widespread in our country. The only requirement is that a user with a laptop must be within the range of a wireless Internet access point. The built-in 802.11g adapter allows you to transfer data at speeds up to 54 Mbps. Support for the 802.11n wireless standard provides the ability to transmit data at speeds of up to 600 Mbps, while using four antennas simultaneously. Since most laptops have one antenna, the data transfer speed will be in the range of up to 150 Mbit/s. | Yes, 802.11 b/g/n |
| Bluetooth technology support Bluetooth technology support This characteristic indicates the presence of a built-in Bluetooth module in the laptop. Via Bluetooth, you can connect your mobile phone and other devices that support this wireless connection to your laptop. You can also connect special keyboards and mice to your laptop via Bluetooth. Wireless bluetooth keyboards and mice, unlike devices with a wireless radio interface, do not require installation of a receiver in a USB port. This is especially true if there is a lack of USB ports for connecting other external devices. The differences between bluetooth versions are in transmission speed, data protection and power consumption. | Yes, v2.1 |
| Cable network (RJ-45) Cable network (RJ-45) Availability and type of built-in network card. An RJ-45 connector is used to connect the cable to the network card. Using a network card, the laptop can be connected to a local cable network, as well as the Internet. The built-in network card has a maximum data transfer rate of 100 Mbps or 1000 Mbps. | 10/100 (Ethernet) Mb/s |
| Laptop connectors and interfaces | |
| USB 2.0 ports USB 2.0 ports The number of USB 2.0 ports present on the laptop body. USB connectors are designed to connect a variety of peripheral devices. Thus, if the laptop has a small hard drive, you can connect an external drive on which you can also store important information. Ultra compact netbooks do not have an optical drive; if necessary, an external optical drive can also be connected to USB connectors. You can connect a computer mouse to the USB connectors and use it instead of a laptop touchpad. The use of USB connectors is not limited to this; you can connect flash drives, a TV tuner, a printer, a scanner, wireless communication modules and much more to them. | 1 |
| USB 3.0 ports USB 3.0 ports The number of USB 3.0 ports present on the laptop body. USB 3.0 ports have data transfer speeds of up to 4.8 Gbps, while USB 2.0 ports are limited to 480 Mbps. In addition, USB 3.0 ports have increased current from 500 mA to 900 mA, which allows you to connect more power-hungry devices to them. The purpose of USB 3.0 connectors is identical to USB 2.0 connectors. You can also connect external hard drives, external optical drives, pointing devices and input devices, flash drives, TV tuners, printers, scanners, wireless communication modules and much more. | 2 |
| D-Sub connector D-Sub connector The laptop has a D-Sub (VGA) connector, which is used to transmit an analog video signal. Using this connector, the laptop can be connected to a large monitor or TV. This is especially true if the laptop screen size is insufficient. | 1 |
| HDMI connector HDMI connector The laptop has an HDMI connector, which is used to transmit images and sound. Using this connector, you can connect your laptop to a large monitor or TV. This is especially true if the laptop screen size is insufficient. | 1 |
| Laptop operating system | |
| operating system | Windows 7 Home Basic |
| OS bit size | 64-bit |
| Multimedia features | |
| Webcam Webcam The monitor's built-in webcam allows you to participate in video conferences and make video calls. You should understand that even if the web camera has a high resolution and allows you to receive an image of excellent quality, your interlocutor on the other end may receive an image of poor quality. It depends on the speed of information transfer. | built-in |
| Webcam resolution Webcam resolution The quality of the resulting image depends on the camera resolution. The higher the resolution, the higher the quality of the transmitted video image. | 0.3 MP |
| Built-in microphone Built-in microphone The laptop has a built-in microphone that allows you to communicate with other users during video conferences and when making video calls. | There is |
| Headphone jack Headphone jack The laptop has a separate headphone jack. Using headphones allows you to watch movies, play your favorite games, listen to music without distracting people around you. You can also connect an external speaker system to this connector if the power of the built-in speakers is not enough. | There is |
| Microphone connector Microphone connector The laptop has a separate connector for connecting an external microphone. Many laptops come with a built-in microphone, but sometimes you need to use an external microphone. The presence of a microphone jack allows you to connect any microphone to your laptop. When communicating via the Internet, it is often necessary to use a headset (headphones with a microphone). To connect a headset, you must have both a microphone jack and a headphone jack. | There is |
| Acoustic system Acoustic system The presence and type of acoustic system installed in the laptop. Some laptops are equipped with built-in speakers that allow you to listen to music, watch movies and play games with average quality sound effects. But many manufacturers equip their laptops with premium speaker systems, and some even with built-in subwoofers. This undoubtedly improves the sound quality and allows the user to enjoy all the beauty of sound effects. | Altec Lansing stereo speakers |
| Laptop keyboard | |
| Laptop keyboard color Laptop keyboard color Laptop keyboard (keys) color. When choosing a laptop, remember that many laptops have different colors for the lid, inner surface and keyboard. | black |
| Keyboard number pad Keyboard number pad Not all laptops have a separate number pad on the keyboard. As a rule, compact netbooks do not have a separate numeric block on the keyboard. The presence of a number pad on the keyboard increases the convenience of working with a laptop, especially when the user is used to using a regular computer keyboard. | There is |
| Peculiarities | |
| Bag included Bag included Availability of a laptop bag included in the package. As a rule, bags have several compartments, so you can carry not only a laptop, but also a charger, as well as all the necessary devices (mouse, external HDD, web camera). In addition, bags are usually equipped with compartments for work papers and documents. Many netbooks come with a cover that fits over it and protects it from mechanical influences. Some laptops come with a backpack that can hold everything you need. | absent |
| Laptop battery | |
| Battery type Battery type The type of battery installed in the laptop. Currently, lithium-ion (Li-Ion) batteries are mainly used. Recently, lithium-polymer (Li-Pol) batteries can be found in laptops, which are a continuation of the development of lithium-ion batteries. Li-Pol batteries use polymer material as the electrolyte, so they have greater capacity with the same size, due to the absence of liquid electrolyte. | Li-Ion |
| Number of battery cells Number of battery cells Number of cells of the installed battery. The more cells, the higher the battery capacity and the longer the laptop can work autonomously (without connecting to a household electrical outlet). | 6 cells |
| Battery capacity Battery capacity Capacity of the installed battery. Measured in milliamp hours (mAh). This is the amount of electrical energy a battery has when fully charged. The larger the battery capacity, the longer the laptop can operate on it in standalone mode (without connecting to a household electrical outlet). | 4200 mAh |
| Battery energy capacity Battery energy capacity This characteristic shows the energy efficiency of the battery during operation. Measured in W*h (Wh). This is a unit of electrical energy (work) of the battery, which represents the work of 1 W for 1 hour. If the energy capacity of the battery is 48 Wh (Wh), then the battery delivers 48 W in one hour. | 47Wh |
| Battery voltage Battery voltage The nominal voltage of the installed laptop battery. | 10.8V |
| Laptop case | |
| Case material Case material The case material from which the laptop is made. Typically, laptop cases are made of plastic. At the same time, the cases of some laptops, mainly in the premium segment, are made of aluminum, magnesium alloy and other durable and lightweight materials. | high quality plastic |
| Color scheme Color scheme The main color of the laptop cover. The color of the cover greatly affects the appearance of the laptop. Currently, manufacturers produce laptops in various colors, so each user can choose a laptop that suits him. | black |
| External surface External surface Finishing of the laptop cover. The glossy finish has an excellent appearance and attracts the attention of others. The disadvantages include the fact that such a coating leaves fingerprints and dust is especially noticeable on it. The matte finish is more practical; a laptop with a matte lid is not so noticeable, but at the same time it does not leave fingerprints and dust is not so noticeable. | glossy |
| Internal surface Internal surface The internal surface of the laptop case. The glossy finish has an excellent appearance and attracts the attention of others. The disadvantages include the fact that such a coating leaves fingerprints and dust is especially noticeable on it. A matte finish is more practical; laptops with a completely matte internal surface are quite rare. Recently, laptops have become widespread, in which the wrist rest is matte, and the frame around the screen has a glossy finish. | glossy |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) Dimensions (WxDxH) Overall dimensions of the laptop. The size of a laptop depends on the diagonal of its screen. The smaller the laptop, the easier it is to take it on a long trip or business trip. | 376 x 244 x 36.3 mm |
| Weight Weight The weight of the laptop with the battery installed. The weight of a laptop is affected by its size, configuration, as well as the material from which it is made. The lighter the laptop, the easier it is to carry. | 2.48 kg |
| Guarantee | 12 months |
| Products webpage | www.hp.com |
| Manufacturer country | China |
Heat and noise in the HP Pavilion g6 laptop
The only fan for removing hot air is located on the left side of the case. The fan runs constantly. In standby mode, the background noise from it is practically unnoticeable; under load its noise increases by an order of magnitude. Overall, the fan is louder than we would like; Ideally, the fan should stop at times when its operation is not required.
The case remained cool even after prolonged use under load, and this is the only positive effect of the always-on fan.
Battery life
We got 4 hours and 45 minutes of runtime from the g6 on a standard battery (Windows 7 Power Balanced, 70% screen brightness, wireless, and web page refresh every minute). This is an excellent result for a budget laptop and one of the best for this price category in the last few years.
Battery life test (higher number means longer battery life):
Reviews from experts
The HP Pavilion g6 is a good choice for those looking for a budget laptop for general use, including Internet surfing and Microsoft Office software. According to reviews of the HP Pavilion g6, its main advantages include high performance, almost five hours of battery life, low operating temperatures and decent build quality. The drawbacks are minor but noticeable, with the main complaint being the use of glossy plastic, which turns the laptop into a smudge-ridden box while offering questionable durability. In addition, the keyboard could be more sensitive and the panels stronger. Finally, the speakers are weak even by laptop standards.
Requests also include support for a higher screen resolution and a newer Intel processor, but none of this is feasible in this price range.
Good feedback:
- Almost five hours of battery life without recharging;
- Good performance for the price;
- Decent build quality.
Bad reviews:
- Widespread glossy plastic finish;
- Low screen resolution;
- Weak screen cover;
- Weak speakers.
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