HP 17-CN laptop Intel Core i3-N305 8GB RAM 256GB SSD 17.3" HD+ Windows 11 Pro Silver

17.3" HD+ business laptop

The HP 17-CN combines a 17.3-inch HD+ display with an Intel Core i3-N305 processor, 8GB DDR4 memory and a 256GB NVMe SSD. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed and the chassis weighs 3.5lb with a 0.90-inch profile. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, two USB 3.2 Gen1 ports, one USB 2.0 port and an HDMI 1.4 output. A 720p webcam and stereo speakers support video calls.

Suited to office work and study.

This configuration handles document editing, web browsing and video conferencing smoothly. The eight-core processor and fast NVMe storage keep everyday multitasking responsive. Buyers who need more storage, dedicated graphics or a higher-resolution panel should look at other models. The 45-watt adapter and three-cell battery are sized for light mobility rather than all-day unplugged use.

Simple setup with a sealed chassis

Windows 11 Pro boots to a ready desktop, so only user accounts and updates are required. The 45-watt charger connects via a standard barrel jack. Internals are not user-accessible, so memory or storage upgrades need professional service. The most common issue is the single-colour backlight on the keyboard, which cannot be adjusted for brightness.