•  Date Published: 24 Jul 2025
    • Intel Core i7-1065G7
    • Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7
    • 14.0”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), IPS
    • 512GB SSD
    • 8GB RAM
    • 1.47 kg (3.2 lbs)
    5.0
    TOTAL SCORE
    7.4 Portability Very Good
    9.0 Display EXCEPTIONAL
    3.8 For Work Mediocre
    1.6 For Gaming Bad

    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 512GB SSD
    • RAM
    • 8GB RAM
    • OS
    • Windows 10 Pro
    • Body Material
    • Plastic / Polycarbonate
    • Dimensions
    • 324 x 225 x 17.9 mm (12.76" x 8.86" x 0.70")
    • Weight
    • 1.47 kg (3.2 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 2x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • 1x USB Type-C
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • HDMI
    • 1.4b
    • Card Reader
    • SD, SDHC, SDXC
    • Wi-Fi
    • 802.11ax
    • Bluetooth
    • 5.0
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5 mm combo
    • Features
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Web camera
    • HD
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Microphone
    • Dual-Array Digital Microphones
    • Speakers
    • 2 Stereo Speakers
    • Security Lock slot

    Portability

    HP 340S G7
    12.76" x 8.86" x 0.70" Dimensions
    1.47 kg (3.2 lbs) Weight
    Average 14.0-inch laptop
    1.47 kg (3.2 lbs) Weight

    Review

    HP 340S G7 in-depth review

    On this rather warm February day, we are going to share our thoughts on the HP 340S G7. Basically, it is a business notebook that targets value as its most important feature. It really looks simple and non-obnoxious, while it packs quite the punch in the form of the 10nm Ice Lake processors from Intel.Additionally, you can pick from a 768p TN panel and a 1080p IPS one, and given the subtle price difference, we would certainly recommend the latter. By the way, this is one of those notebooks that come with some bloatware, such as an Amazon store app, Dropbox, an antivirus program and more, preinstalled. Of course, you are free to remove everything you don't need, and honestly, we are fans of clean Windows installations, so... the choice is yours.You can check the prices and configur[...]

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    Pros

    • Very comfortable and responsive keyboard and touchpad
    • Thin and light body
    • Has an SD card reader
    • Great upgradability and optional WiFi 6 support
    • Its IPS panel has comfortable viewing angles and good contrast ratio (CMN14FF)
    • Doesn't use aggressive PWM for brightness adjustment (CMN14FF)
    • Decent battery life

    Cons

    • Flimsy plastic body
    • The fan kicks in even during file transfer
    • Covers only 51% of sRGB (CMN14FF)

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    HP has tried to produce a budget business notebook that should offer a somewhat stylish look and a big deal of versatility. You could say that they did a good job when you look at what it has on the inside.Check out all HP 340S G7 prices and configurations in our Specs System or read more in our In-Depth review.1. Remove the bottom plate Not again... HP has once again tried to trick us, ladies and gentlemen. As soon as we saw the bottom panel on this device we felt a cold sweat run down our foreheads. There are only four Phillips-head screws naked to the eye. However, you need t[...]

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