HP Star Book Pro 13 2024 surprised everyone with its lightness

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13 ve Star Book Pro 16 introduced its laptops. These new models are currently on sale in China. The 16-inch model uses Intel Core Ultra chips, while the smaller 13.3-inch model is based on AMD’s second-generation AI PC processor.

HP Star Book Pro 13 2024The main features of the AMD Ryzen R7-8840HS processor include. This processor is built on TSMC’s 4nm process node and uses the integrated Radeon 780M graphics unit. It draws attention with its 4nm process technology, “Zen 4” architecture and RDNA3 graphics architecture. It is equipped with 16GB LPDDR5X dual-channel memory and can go up to 6400MHz. 512GB or 1TB PCle 4.0 NVMe SSD options are available. The company states that this system offers improved video encoding and file compression performance.

AMD’s Ryzen AI processor can power different artificial intelligence-based features. The NPU of Ryzen 7-8840HS has a total processing power of 16 TOPS and offers 60% higher performance than the previous generation. This model has a magnesium-aluminum alloy body and weighs only 1020 grams.

When the cover is opened, a 2.5K (2560 x 1600) resolution screen with a 16:10 aspect ratio and 90% screen-to-body ratio is encountered. The panel can reach 400 nits of brightness and can be used in outdoor light conditions. With support for 100% sRGB color gamut, it offers high color accuracy and the screen comes with an anti-reflective coating.

According to the company’s lab tests, this lightweight laptop offers a battery life of 10.75 hours. The device comes with a 100W PD fast charging power adapter. The ports include 2 full-featured Type-C, 3.5mm headphone jack, 1 10Gbps USB-A, 1 5Gbps USB-A and HDMI 2.1 (TMDS). There is also Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth support for wireless connectivity.

Pricing options are as follows:

• R5 8640U + 16GB RAM + 512GB storage: 5299 yuan ($743)

• R7 8840U + 16GB RAM + 512GB storage: 5599 yuan ($787)

• R7 8840HS + 16GB RAM + 512GB storage: 5799 yuan ($815)

• R7 8840HS + 16GB RAM + 1TB storage: 5999 yuan ($843)

• These new models offer ideal options for users looking for both performance and portability.