11 January 2008

HP Compaq 8710p

The HP Compaq 8710p is HP’s premier business class notebook offering. Featuring a massive 17” screen, the Santa Rosa platform, and a top notch DX10 graphics card, there is no doubt this laptop is a beast. I’m sure you have questions about the power and portability of this machine, so come on in and read our full review!

The 8710p starts out at a relatively low $1499, but the price can quickly ramp up by choosing more powerful technology such as a faster processor or a BluRay drive. The most powerful versions of this laptop top out at about $3000!


My review unit though, was configured as follows:
  • Intel Core 2 Duo T7300 Processor (Santa Rosa, 2.0GHz, 4MB L2 Cache, 800MHz FSB)
  • Microsoft Genuine Windows Vista Business
  • 17.0” WSXGA+ Display (1680 x 1050)
  • 512MB (256MB Dedicated) nVidia Quadro NVS 320M GPU
  • 2GB DDR2 667MHz RAM (1x2GB Configuration and quickly upgraded to 4GB)
  • 160GB 5400RPM Fujitsu 2.5” HDD
  • DVD+/-RW Optical Drive
  • 802.11a/b/g WiFi, Ethernet, Modem, and Bluetooth Connectivity
  • 8-Cell 73Whr Battery
  • 3 Year On-site Warranty
  • Dimensions: 15.5” x 10.8” x 1.3” (at front)
  • Weight: 7.7 lbs (Actual Measurement)

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