HP 15-ay010ne X3M81EA Overview
The HP 15-ay010ne X3M81EA laptop is a mid-range notebook that offers decent performance for everyday tasks. Powered by an Intel Core i5-6200U processor, this laptop is equipped with 2 cores and 4 threads, making it capable of handling multitasking with ease. The processor has a base frequency of 2.3 GHz and can boost up to 2.8 GHz when needed. It belongs to the 6th gen Intel Core i5 family and has a thermal design power of 15 W, ensuring efficient power consumption.
Running on Windows 10 Home, the HP 15-ay010ne X3M81EA comes bundled with useful software such as Dropbox and trial versions of McAfee LiveSafe, Adobe Shockwave Player, CyberLink PowerDirector, and TripAdvisor. The laptop features a 15.6-inch HD display with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels, providing clear and vibrant visuals. The LED backlight enhances the viewing experience, although the lack of a touchscreen may be a drawback for some users.
One of the standout features of the HP 15-ay010ne X3M81EA is its discrete graphics adapter, the AMD Radeon R5 M430, with 2 GB of dedicated memory. This allows for smoother graphics performance, making it suitable for light gaming and multimedia tasks. The laptop also has Intel HD Graphics 520 as its onboard graphics adapter, offering decent graphics capabilities.
In terms of memory and storage, the HP 15-ay010ne X3M81EA comes with 6 GB of DDR4 RAM and a 1000 GB HDD running at 5400 RPM. The inclusion of an optical drive (DVD Super Multi) and a card reader adds to the versatility of the laptop. Connectivity options include Bluetooth 4.0, Wi-Fi 4, Ethernet LAN, HDMI port, USB ports, and a headphone/mic combo port.
The HP 15-ay010ne X3M81EA features DTS Studio Sound technology for enhanced audio quality, along with HP Dual Speakers and a TrueVision HD front camera. The laptop has a sleek clamshell design in black and silver colors, weighing 2.04 kg.
Pros:
- Decent performance for everyday tasks
- Discrete graphics adapter for better gaming and multimedia performance
- Plenty of storage space
- Good connectivity options
- DTS Studio Sound for enhanced audio quality
Cons:
- No touchscreen
- Low display resolution
- Limited battery capacity
- Slightly heavy for its size
