HP Pavilion Plus 16 (2024) - Revision history

M. Chen: Reviewed the /* Reviews Summary */ section

2024-09-09T16:13:19Z

Reviewed the Reviews Summary: section

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	== Reviews Summary ==		== Reviews Summary ==
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	=== Overall Sentiment ===		=== Overall Sentiment ===
	The HP Pavilion Plus 16 is considered a premium multimedia laptop with a good balance of performance and portability. It is suitable for users who need a capable device for multimedia tasks and light gaming. The laptop offers a decent display, solid build quality, and good battery life. However, it falls short in some areas, such as ~~the lack of upgradeable~~ RAM and the absence of an RTX 4050 option, which limits its value proposition against competitors.<ref name="notebookcheck" />		The HP Pavilion Plus 16 is considered a premium multimedia laptop with a good balance of performance and portability. It is suitable for users who need a capable device for multimedia tasks and light gaming. The laptop offers a decent display, solid build quality, and good battery life. However, it falls short in some areas, such as a soldered RAM and the absence of an RTX 4050 option, which limits its value proposition against competitors.<ref name="notebookcheck" />

	=== Problems Summary<ref name="notebookcheck" /> ===		=== Problems Summary<ref name="notebookcheck" /> ===
	* Soldered RAM limits future upgrade potential.		* Soldered RAM limits future upgrade potential.
	* ~~No SD card reader~~.		* Speaker volume may not be sufficiently high for certain users.
			* Camera has problems in low-light conditions.
	* Lower power limits affect CPU and GPU performance.		* Lower power limits affect CPU and GPU performance.
	* High surface temperatures under load.		* High surface temperatures under load.

M. Chen: Reviewed the /* Accessories & Warranty */ section

2024-09-09T16:06:54Z

Reviewed the Accessories & Warranty: section

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	=== [[Linux\|Linux Support]] ===		=== [[Linux\|Linux Support]] ===
	== Accessories & Warranty ==		== Accessories & Warranty ==
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	The Pavilion Plus 16 comes with a 135 W AC adapter and paperwork.<ref name="notebookcheck" />		The Pavilion Plus 16 comes with a 135 W AC adapter and paperwork.<ref name="notebookcheck" />

	There is a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in ~~the US~~.<ref name="notebookcheck" />		There is a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in India, which can extend by up to three years upon purchase of an HP Care Pack.<ref name="notebookcheck" />

	== Reviews Summary ==		== Reviews Summary ==

M. Chen: Reviewed /* Case /, / Maintenance /, and / Cooling System */ sections

2024-08-21T21:57:52Z

Reviewed Case: , Maintenance: , and Cooling System: sections

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	== Case ==		== Case ==
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	The Pavilion Plus 16 features a sturdy all-metal construction in a natural silver color. The build quality is solid with minimal flex, and the laptop has a premium feel. HP advertises a screen-to-body ratio of 89.74%, though the measured value is 83%.<ref name="specs" /><ref name="notebookcheck" />		The Pavilion Plus 16 features a sturdy all-metal construction in a natural silver color. The build quality is solid with minimal flex, and the laptop has a premium feel. HP advertises a screen-to-body ratio of 89.74%, though the measured value is 83%.<ref name="specs" /><ref name="notebookcheck" />

	== Maintenance ==		== Maintenance ==
	~~{{CheckAI}}~~		The bottom panel of the Pavilion Plus 16 can be pried open after removing the four PH0 screws. While RAM is soldered, it is possible to replace the WLAN card, NVMe SSD, and battery.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
	The bottom panel of the Pavilion Plus 16 can be pried open after removing the four PH0 screws. ~~The~~ RAM is soldered, ~~but~~ the WLAN card, NVMe SSD, and battery ~~can be replaced if needed~~.<ref name="notebookcheck" />

	== Cooling System ==		== Cooling System ==
	~~{{CheckAI}}~~		The Pavilion Plus 16 is equipped with a dual-fan dual-heatpipe cooling system. The fan noise is tolerable, reaching 42.1 dB(A) under load, with HP likely setting limits for fan noise to stay under 35 dB(A) in Balanced mode and 45 dB(A) in Performance mode. The laptop can reach high surface temperatures under load, with maximum temperatures of 49.6°C on the top and 45.8°C on the bottom, making it uncomfortable for prolonged use.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
	The Pavilion Plus 16 is equipped with a dual-fan dual-heatpipe cooling system. The fan noise is tolerable, reaching 42.1 dB(A) under load, with HP setting limits for fan noise to stay under 35 dB(A) in Balanced mode and 45 dB(A) in Performance mode. The laptop can reach high surface temperatures under load, with maximum temperatures of 49.6°C on the top and 45.8°C on the bottom, making it uncomfortable for prolonged use.<ref name="notebookcheck" />

	'''Benchmarks''':		'''Benchmarks''':

M. Chen: Reviewed /* Connectivity */ section

2024-08-21T21:52:41Z

Reviewed Connectivity: section

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	== Connectivity ==		== Connectivity ==
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	=== [[WiFi]] ===		=== [[WiFi]] ===
	The Pavilion Plus 16 comes with an Intel AX211 WiFi 6E WLAN module. The Wi-Fi performance is stable with good throughput, providing reliable connectivity for web browsing and streaming.<ref name="specs" /><ref name="notebookcheck" />		The Pavilion Plus 16 comes with an Intel AX211 WiFi 6E WLAN module. The Wi-Fi performance is stable with good throughput, providing reliable connectivity for web browsing and streaming.<ref name="specs" /><ref name="notebookcheck" />
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	=== [[Bluetooth]] ===		=== [[Bluetooth]] ===
	The Pavilion Plus 16 includes a Bluetooth 5.2 module.<ref name="specs" />		The Pavilion Plus 16 includes a Bluetooth 5.3 module.<ref name="specs" />

	=== [[SD Card Reader]] ===		=== [[SD Card Reader]] ===
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	=== [[USB]] ===		=== [[USB]] ===
	The Pavilion Plus 16 is equipped with the following USB ports<ref name="specs" />:		The Pavilion Plus 16 is equipped with the following USB ports<ref name="specs" />:
	* 1 x USB 3.0 ~~(USB~~ 3.1 Gen 1, 5 Gbps)		* 1 x USB 3.0/3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
	* 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)		* 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)
	* 1 x Thunderbolt USB-C		* 1 x Thunderbolt USB-C

M. Chen: Reviewed /* Output Devices */ section

2024-08-21T21:40:07Z

Reviewed Output Devices: section

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	== Output Devices ==		== Output Devices ==
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	=== [[Display]] ===		=== [[Display]] ===
	The Pavilion Plus 16 features a 16-inch 2560 x 1600 QHD+ IPS display with a 120 Hz refresh rate. The display offers good brightness and color accuracy, suitable for multimedia consumption and basic editing workflows. It has a maximum brightness of 415 nits and an average of 394 nits, with a brightness distribution of 90%. The panel covers 99% of the sRGB color space, making it suitable for web content.<ref name="specs" /><ref name="notebookcheck" />		The Pavilion Plus 16 features a 16-inch diagonal 2560 x 1600 QHD+ IPS display with a 120 Hz refresh rate. The display offers good brightness and color accuracy, suitable for multimedia consumption and basic editing workflows. It has a maximum brightness of 415 nits and an average of 394 nits, with a brightness distribution of 90%. The panel covers 99% of the sRGB color space, making it suitable for web content.<ref name="specs" /><ref name="notebookcheck" />

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	=== [[Audio]] ===		=== [[Audio]] ===
	The Pavilion Plus 16 is equipped with stereo speakers with DTS:X Ultra. The speakers provide reasonable loudness at 74.2 dB(A) but lack prominent bass. The mids and highs are relatively well-defined, making them suitable for casual listening, though external speakers or headphones are recommended for better audio quality.<ref name="notebookcheck" />		The Pavilion Plus 16 is equipped with stereo speakers with DTS:X Ultra. The speakers provide reasonable loudness at 74.2 dB(A) but lack prominent bass. The mids and highs are relatively well-defined, making them suitable for casual listening, though external speakers or Bluetooth headphones are recommended for better audio quality.<ref name="notebookcheck" />

	== Connectivity ==		== Connectivity ==

M. Chen: Reviewed /* Input Devices */ section. Added extra information about keyboard and removed uncorroborated sentence about microphone quality.

2024-08-17T04:53:40Z

Reviewed Input Devices: section. Added extra information about keyboard and removed uncorroborated sentence about microphone quality.

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	== Input Devices ==		== Input Devices ==
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	=== [[Keyboard]] ===		=== [[Keyboard]] ===
	The Pavilion Plus 16 features a chiclet keyboard with a spacious numpad. The keyboard provides a decent typing experience with good tactile feedback. ~~However~~, it lacks a Num Lock indicator and has cramped arrow keys, which may be a drawback for some users. ~~A three-stage white backlight enhances usability in low-light conditions~~.<ref name="notebookcheck" />		The Pavilion Plus 16 features a chiclet keyboard with a spacious numpad. The keyboard provides a decent typing experience with good tactile feedback. A three-stage white backlight enhances usability in low-light conditions. While it has a spacious numpad, it lacks a Num Lock indicator and has cramped arrow keys, which may be a drawback for some users. Another potential downside is the proximity of the power button to the Delete key.<ref name="notebookcheck" />

	=== [[Touchpad]] ===		=== [[Touchpad]] ===
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	=== [[Microphone]] ===		=== [[Microphone]] ===
	The Pavilion Plus 16 comes with dual-array microphones~~. The microphone quality is decent for video conferencing, capturing clear audio in most situations~~.<ref name="notebookcheck" />		The Pavilion Plus 16 comes with dual-array microphones.<ref name="notebookcheck" />

	== Output Devices ==		== Output Devices ==

M. Chen: Edited overall description to not be in a gray box

2024-08-17T00:57:25Z

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	{{ReviewNotice}}		{{ReviewNotice}}
	{{CheckAI}}		{{CheckAI}}The '''HP Pavilion Plus 16 (2024)''' is a premium multimedia laptop aimed at the entry-level creator market. It features a powerful Intel Core i7-13700H processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB GPU, 16 GB of RAM, and a QHD+ 120 Hz IPS display. The Pavilion Plus 16 is designed for users who need a balance of performance and portability for multimedia tasks and light gaming.<ref name="specs">{{cite web \|url=https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/pdp/hp-pavilion-plus-laptop-16-ab0010nr#techSpecs \|title=HP Pavilion Plus 16 (2024) Specifications \|publisher=HP}}</ref><ref name="notebookcheck">{{cite web \|url=https://www.notebookcheck.net/HP-Pavilion-Plus-16-Review-Premium-multimedia-laptop-that-could-have-benefitted-from-an-RTX-4050.797765.0.html \|title=HP Pavilion Plus 16 Review: Premium multimedia laptop that could have benefitted from an RTX 4050 \|publisher=NotebookCheck}}</ref>
	The '''HP Pavilion Plus 16 (2024)''' is a premium multimedia laptop aimed at the entry-level creator market. It features a powerful Intel Core i7-13700H processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6 GB GPU, 16 GB of RAM, and a QHD+ 120 Hz IPS display. The Pavilion Plus 16 is designed for users who need a balance of performance and portability for multimedia tasks and light gaming.<ref name="specs">{{cite web \|url=https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/pdp/hp-pavilion-plus-laptop-16-ab0010nr#techSpecs \|title=HP Pavilion Plus 16 (2024) Specifications \|publisher=HP}}</ref><ref name="notebookcheck">{{cite web \|url=https://www.notebookcheck.net/HP-Pavilion-Plus-16-Review-Premium-multimedia-laptop-that-could-have-benefitted-from-an-RTX-4050.797765.0.html \|title=HP Pavilion Plus 16 Review: Premium multimedia laptop that could have benefitted from an RTX 4050 \|publisher=NotebookCheck}}</ref>

	== Primary Hardware ==		== Primary Hardware ==
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HP Pavilion Plus 16 (2024) - Revision history

M. Chen: Reviewed the /* Reviews Summary */ section

M. Chen: Reviewed the /* Accessories & Warranty */ section

M. Chen: Reviewed /* Case */, /* Maintenance */, and /* Cooling System */ sections

M. Chen: Reviewed /* Connectivity */ section

M. Chen: Reviewed /* Output Devices */ section

M. Chen: Reviewed /* Input Devices */ section. Added extra information about keyboard and removed uncorroborated sentence about microphone quality.

M. Chen: Edited overall description to not be in a gray box

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