HP Pavilion Plus 14 – Ryzen 7 7840H 13th Gen, 16GB, 512GB, 14″ 1800P 120Hz, Silver

The HP Pavilion Plus 14, when configured with the AMD Ryzen 7 7840H processor, is designed as a powerful and highly efficient ultrabook, striking a balance between performance, display quality, and portability. The Ryzen 7 7840H is a Zen 4 (Phoenix) architecture processor, featuring 8 cores and 16 threads, offering exceptional multi-core performance and impressive power efficiency. This makes it particularly well-suited for demanding productivity tasks, content creation, and even some light to moderate gaming, thanks to its integrated AMD Radeon 780M graphics. The Radeon 780M, based on the RDNA 3 architecture, is one of the most capable integrated GPUs on the market, providing a significant step up from previous generations and allowing for a smoother experience in creative applications and a wider range of games at respectable frame rates.

A standout feature of many Pavilion Plus 14 models with the Ryzen 7 7840U is their vibrant 14-inch OLED display. These typically offer a 2.8K (2880 x 1800) resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate, delivering incredibly sharp visuals, true blacks, and brilliant colors, making it a joy for multimedia consumption and precise creative work. The laptop generally comes with 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM (often soldered) and a fast PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD, ensuring rapid boot times, seamless multitasking, and quick file transfers. Connectivity options include USB-C (with power delivery and DisplayPort), USB-A, and HDMI. The all-metal chassis contributes to a premium feel and durability, while features like a 5MP IR webcam with a privacy shutter and a comfortable backlit keyboard enhance the overall user experience. Battery life is also notably improved compared to some earlier Pavilion Plus models, making it a strong contender for users who need a powerful yet portable machine that can last through a workday.