HP ProBook 6360b Laptop Review

HP ProBook 6360b Laptop is the latest introduce by HP. This Notebook provides a better performance than the previous models. It consist of the specifications that are the highly developed ones. The Notebook comes powered with Intel Core i3/i5/i7 Processor, runs on Windows 7 Operating System. Also is enabled with a High Definition Display of 13.3-inch LED, Stereo microphone, headset, up to 16 GB 1333 MHz DDR3 SDRAM of memory support etc.. It also facilitates with the connections of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth and many more. Have an extensive read and get the detail of this Notebook.

Specifications:

• Intel Core i5-2410M (2.30 GHz, 3 MB L3 cache)
• Mobile Intel HM65 Express Chipset
• Dimensions (w x d x h) - 12.68 x 8.66 x 1.32 in (32.2 x 22 x 3.4 cm) / Weighs about 4.5 lbs
• Memory - Standard memory 4 GB 1333 MHz DDR3 SDRAM / Memory slots 1 SODIMM
• Storage - Internal drive 320 GB 7200 rpm SATA II
• Optical drive - DVD+/-RW SuperMulti DL LightScribe
• 13.3" diagonal LED-backlit HD anti-glare (1366 x 768)
• Intel HD Graphics 3000
• Expansion features - Ports: 3 USB 2.0 / 1 eSATA/USB combo / 1 external VGA monitor / 1 DisplayPort / 1 stereo microphone in / 1 stereo headphone/line-out / 1 1394a Firewire / 1 HP ProBook 6360b AC adapter / 1 RJ-11 / 1 RJ-45 / 1 docking connector / 1 secondary battery connector
• Slots: 1 Express Card/54 / 1 SD/MMC
• SRS Premium Sound, Integrated stereo speakers, Stereo headphone/line out, Stereo microphone in, Integrated microphone (integrated dual-microphone array with optional webcam)
• Integrated camera
• HD Webcam
• Full-size, spill-resistant keyboard with drains
• Input devices - Touchpad with on/off button, two-way scroll, gestures, two pick buttons
• Communications - Network interface 10/100/1000 NIC / Wireless Broadcom 802.11a/b/g/n
• ENERGY STAR qualified; EPEAT Gold
• Battery type - 6-cell (55 WHr) Li-Ion

HP's 13-inch widescreen display has a native resolution of 1366 x 768-pixels, which is above 720p HD resolution for those that care about that sort of thing. The screen has an antiglare coating which really helps to cut down glare from ambient light or sunlight. The quality of the screen is rather nice for a business-geared laptop and it offers a very wide viewing angle. Rather surprisingly, there is also a 720p HD webcam above the HP ProBook 6360b's screen.

Three dedicated buttons above the keyboard activate Wi-Fi on/off, a Web launcher, and audio mute. It's a random trio of functions, but not without some use. When the system is shut down, the Web button launches HP QuickWeb, which is a fast-launch OS environment with its own browser and widgets. It definitely launches more quickly than Windows, but it's far more limited. Weather and stock data, a calculator, and other applications are offered along with the browser, but most business users would be more likely to use their smartphones for such information. A fingerprint reader below the right side of the palm rest can be used for security as well as custom-launching different applications per finger.

Laptop battery life has evolved leaps and bounds in just a few short years. But, perhaps more so than any computer user, travelers always demand more. With a standard 6-cell HP ProBook 6360b battery, the 6360b runs just north of 7 hours on a single charge. But throw HP’s Ultra Extended Life battery in your bag along with the primary, and it’ll run for roughly 20 hours. That’s more than enough to get you from LA to Sydney.

HP ProBook 6360b that is not a big deal according to the features of the model. We recommend all of our readers before purchasing HP ProBook 6360b please read the market trends that there may be a better model available.

HP has updated its b-series with a bead-blast aluminum display enclosure and magnesium-reinforced ABS chassis. The ProBook 6360b has an elegant, dark finish that thankfully resists smudges and seems very durable. Other design touches include a very secure display latch and keyboard drain in case you accidentally spill a glass of water on your keyboard. The laptop's pretty thick and bulky compared to the trendy 13.3-inch laptops out there; at 1.3-inches thick, it's almost twice as thick as the MacBook Air. Starting at 4.19 pounds, the ProBook 6360b will also feel more substantial while carrying.

You do sacrifice a few features compared to more expensive Sandy Bridge models in the 13-inch category such as a slightly faster processor, lack of USB 3.0 ports, a backlit keyboard and added thickness, but some would argue that the tradeoff is justified as you get an optical drive, 54mm ExpressCard slot, VGA-out and a better trackpad/buttons -- not to mention the ProBook's superior autonomy. As always, it simply boils down to your individual needs. If you want a capable business class notebook and don't care about how chic it is, the $750 ProBook is worth considering. Should you require a bit more processing power or desire a thinner, lighter and more modern looking machine, the rotund ProBook won't make your short list of potential buys.

Flipping the notebook over, we see seven rubber feet for stability and lift, and a docking port that will integrate nicely if you already use an HP dock at work. Two downward-firing speakers are near the front edge of the system, and there are various vents and keyboard drains scattered across the base as well. The HP ProBook 6360b battery is easily removable and reveals the Windows CD key sticker and a SIM card slot. The access panel is more interesting, as it covers the majority of the underside of the notebook, including various expansion cards as well as the hard drive and an empty memory slot. The optical drive also appears removable should you want to shed a little extra weight.

Also, the ergonomic experience is solid. An inset island keyboard has the same smooth response we've liked in HP's business laptops, and the raised, slightly concave keys emulate some of the feel of a ThinkPad Edge. Typing feels crisp and flex-free. A wide touch pad below offers a fair amount of finger space, with two large raised discrete buttons underneath.

Spec-wise, the ProBooks are very similar to the EliteBooks — they’re available with Intel Celeron, Core i3, i5, and i7 processors, up to 8GB of RAM, and AMD Radeon 6470 graphics. Oh, and did we mention they’ll have an HD webcam option? Both the ProBooks and the EliteBooks have HP’s new facial recognition software and the usual HP QuickWeb pre-boot environment. The b-series will start at $799.

The HP ProBook 6360b is a portable workhorse equipped with Intel technology and Windows 7 Professional 64-bit operating system to get more done on the move. It has a 13.3-inch LED-backlit anti-glare display which offers a 1366 x 768 resolution while graphics are handled by onboard Intel HD Graphics 3000. The HP ProBook 6360b laptop is powered by a 2nd generation Intel® Core™ i5-2410M Processor and 4GB of fast DDR3 1333 MHz memory.

Processor speeds are high on the ProBook 6360b owing to the Sandy Bridge processors, with choices of the i3, i5 or i7.The notebook comes installed with the Windows 7 Operating System.Chipsets on the notebook are either the Mobile Intel QM67 Express or Mobile Intel HM65 Express with Integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000.

Keep your HP ProBook 6360b adapter looking and performing well - bead-blast aluminum display enclosure, a magnesium-reinforced ABS chassis, and a bottom-case drain help protect against everyday wear and tear. Create, edit and share projects without slow load times, freeze-ups or stalls. Streamlined, powerful Intel processing keeps you working fast and efficiently.

HP ProBook 6360b evaluation unit shipped with Intels Core i5-2410M, a 2.30 GHz Sandy Bridge processor that is capable of Turbo Boosting up to 2.90 GHz when needed. Much like the i5-2520M in the ThinkPad X1 we tested recently, this CPU features four processing threads and Intel HD 3000 Graphics with a max TDP of 35W.

Some of the connectivity options on HP ProBook 6360B include VGA, DisplayPort; Stereo speakers, microphone/headphone jacks; two USB 2.0, eSATA/USB 2.0 combo port, SD card slot, mini FireWire; ExpressCard/54; Ethernet and 802.11n Wi-Fi port and DVD burner. The second generation Intel Core i5 processor is very good, and the multitasking is a breeze. Overall it provides great computing experience with its dark elegant finish and extensive list of features.