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Silver 14-inch laptop with thin bezels and Copilot key

HP

HP Essential Laptop 14" FHD Intel Core Ultra 5 8 GB 256 GB

SKU CH-Q3Z3-9HRM8

A 14-inch FHD IPS laptop with Intel Core Ultra 5 225U, 8 GB DDR5 and 256 GB NVMe SSD

  • AI-ready Intel Core Ultra 5 processor with 12 cores and 14 threads
  • 14-inch FHD IPS display with 300 nits brightness and 178-degree viewing angles
  • 256 GB PCIe NVMe SSD for fast storage access
  • 8 GB DDR5-5600 memory for responsive multitasking
  • Built-in Copilot key for instant AI assistant access

14-inch FHD AI laptop

The HP Essential 14-inch laptop combines a Full HD IPS display with an Intel Core Ultra 5 225U processor for everyday productivity. It targets students and office workers who need a portable device for document work, web browsing and video calls. The anti-glare panel and 300-nit brightness suit indoor and shaded outdoor use. A dedicated Copilot key provides quick access to Windows AI features.

User-replaceable storage and memory

The 256 GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD and single 8 GB DDR5-5600 module are accessible after removing the base cover, allowing straightforward upgrades. Installation requires only a small Phillips screwdriver and care with the ribbon cables. The most common issue is forgetting to reconnect the battery cable before reassembly, which leaves the system appearing dead on first boot.

256 GB SSD with 8 GB RAM headroom

The 256 GB NVMe drive holds the operating system, core applications and a moderate file library without slowing down. The 8 GB DDR5 memory handles typical multitasking such as browser tabs, office suites and streaming video. Demanding creative workloads, large datasets or heavy virtualisation will exhaust both capacity and memory headroom quickly.

Highlights

  • AI-ready Intel Core Ultra 5 processor with 12 cores and 14 threads
  • 14-inch FHD IPS display with 300 nits brightness and 178-degree viewing angles
  • 256 GB PCIe NVMe SSD for fast storage access
  • 8 GB DDR5-5600 memory for responsive multitasking
  • Built-in Copilot key for instant AI assistant access

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the Intel Core Ultra 5 225U is running at up to 4.8 GHz with 12 cores and 14 threads after setup?

Open Task Manager's Performance tab to see the 12 cores and 14 threads reported, and monitor the clock speed reaching 4.8 GHz under load.

What comes in the box and what must I buy separately for storage expansion?

The laptop includes the 256 GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD installed; a second M.2 drive would need to be purchased separately for additional capacity.

Is the 8 GB DDR5-5600 memory soldered or in a slot for future upgrades?

The 8 GB DDR5-5600 module occupies one slot, leaving room to add another stick if the chassis provides a second SO-DIMM socket.

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