HP ProBook 4420s 14″ Review

The ProBook 4420s is a 14″ notebook laptop from HP. The differences between the different models in the ProBook line lie mostly in screen size and processor power, and the 4420s lies somewhere in the middle of the line. The 4420s’s processor is an Intel Core i5-430M 2.26 GHZ.

HP ProBook 4420s Specs:

• Windows 7 Operating system
• Thin, lightweight design with brushed aluminum finish for durability and style
• Spill-resistant keyboard with better spaced keys
• Integrated Intel HD Graphics
• HDMI port for connecting to high-resolution displays
• combo eSATA/USB port
• Face Recognition for HP ProtectTools for easy logins using the optional integrated 2 MP webcam
• Up to 500 GB 7200 rpm hard drive
• Up to 4 GB 1333 MHz DDR3 SDRAM memory
• WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n
• Bluetooth v2.1
• Choice of 9-cell or 6-cell HP VH08 battery
• Integrated Media Card Reader and ExpressCard/34 slot
• 14-inch Widescreen LED-backlit HD display with 16:9 aspect ratio
• Choice of an Intel Core i7, Core i5, or Core i3 processor
• Enhanced security features including HP ProtectTools, HP Face Recognition, Computrace LoJack Pro ready, HP SpareKey, HP Disk Sanitizer, optional HP Fingerprint Sensor, and optional HP Privacy Filter
• DVD+/-RW SuperMulti DL LightScribe optical drives

The HP ProBook 4420s Laptop is comes equipped with 14.0-inch high definition display with 1366×768 pixel resolution, it’s powered by an Intel Core i5-430M CPU (2.26GHz), 4GB of installed DDR3 Ram, a larger storage up to 500GB of hard drive as well as a dual-layer DVDRW optical drive with LightScribe disc labeling technology.

The HP spill-resistant keyboard is designed using a thin layer of Mylar film under the keyboard and a drain system that funnels fluid through a hole in the bottom of the notebook. This minimizes the risk of damage to sensitive components underneath. The 101/102-key compatible keyboard features a full-pitch key layout with desktop keyboard features, such as the isolated inverted-T cursor control keys, editing keys, both left and right control and alt keys, and 12 function keys. US and International key layouts are available. Other features include hotkeys for instant access to HP ProBook 4420s AC adapter power conservation and brightness, and 19.05 x 19.05 mm key pitch (center-to-center spacing).

The HP ProBook 4420 has a clean and professional looks with metal brushed cover and a plastic body. ProBook comes in dark bronze and copper shades. Even the screen, palmrest and speaker grill has the brushed metal covers. The surface has a shiny black plastic finish which adds more style to this notebook. The build quality is excellent and it is sturdy when compared to its previous generation. The 4420 is also light weighted as it weighs 2.2kg so it can be easily carried around. It measures 13.23×9.15×1.07 inches.It is not easy to rip open the notebook to swap components so if the user has to access the processor or memory one has to dismantle everything.

The HP USB 2.0 Docking Station uses universal USB technology to pass through critical signals such as video, LAN and peripheral connectivity (keyboard, mouse, printer). No need for a CD, this docking station has flash memory that stores installation-ready software drivers.

The Pros: Good all around business machine - quality components and build for an affordable price. HDMI output. Beautiful aluminum body - a step up from the previous generation 4410s' plastic enclosure.

The Cons: Crappy touchpad presents more issues than it's worth. No TrackPoint (nub / nipple mouse emulation). Features a 16:9 display - lacks the additional vertical resolution of a 16:10 display, poor for internet browsing and productivity applications, not suitable on a business laptop.

The HP ProBook s-series brags new multimedia controls for video and comes loaded with latest ArcSoft TotalMedia Suite to allow users to play, edit and create video and audio files.

HP Power Assistant lets you take control with total visibility over your notebook's reported power consumption! This easy-to-use tool allows you to conserve power, stretch HP ProBook 4420s battery run-time, accurately monitor your reported power needs and report workforce power consumption.

For many laptop users, style is just as important as substance. Luckily, the ProBook s series has plenty of both! All four ProBook models being released in April are wrapped in brushed aluminum. On top of that, two colors are available: Caviar (brown) and Bordeaux (red). MacBook Pro lovers, eat your hearts out.

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This generation of HP ProBook 4420s charger forgoes glossy, fingerprintastic lids, replacing them with rigid, brushed aluminum ones. The colors, fancily named, include Bordeaux, a burgundy color, and Caviar, a deep chocolate brown. These notebooks also have trackpads with integrated touch buttons, a-la the MacBook Pro line and the ill-fated Envy 15. To fit the work-play model, the keyboard’s function keys now include multimedia shortcuts.

As far as I know, the new HP notebook is endowed with the latest Technology 5.0 of Graphics Dynamic Video Memory. As for its operating system, this HP ProBook 4420s is installed with Microsoft Windows 7 Professional. In addition, in terms of its processor, the HP notebook is powered with Dual Core processor of Intel Core i3 370M at 2.4 GHz.

The HP ProBook 4420s laptop comes preinstalled with Windows Vista or Windows 7 as the primary operating system, depending on the model or version of the HP ProBook 4420s battery one buys. But, not all users are always comfortable with these operating systems. In addition, business policies may require a change to an open source operating system that does not require renewal or purchase of licenses.

It is reported that the new HP ProBook 4420s notebook computer is going to be available for purchase at the price tag of about $608.99 in United States. However, there are no more other detail features about the new HP notebook. Please stay tuned for its latest news