HP calls their series of laptops designed for professionals “Elitebook“. Superb build quality and upscale materials do not come cheap however – the price of admission starts at 1000 Euros (~$1288). The range encompasses systems from 11.6-inch (2170p) to 12.5-inch (2560p and 2570p) and 14-inch (8460p and 8470p) to 15.6-inch (8560p and 8570p). We should also include the Elitebook 2760p in this list – a 12.1-inch tablet PC.

Most Elitebooks now feature Intel’s Ivy Bridge hardware. Our review system, the 12.5-inch 2570p, is the successor to the (already reviewed) 2560p. This time around, we check out a top-of-the-line configuration featuring mobile broadband, Core i7-3520M dual-core CPU, integrated Graphics 4000 graphics card, 4 GB RAM, and 256 GB SSD.

Case

As far as the chassis is concerned, HP stayed with the tried and true. The Elitebook 2570p looks like its predecessor.

The hefty construction has its benefits: the chassis is very sturdy, does not deform when pressure is applied, and resists twisting forces extremely well. HP outfitted the notebook with a very rigid bottom cover, which can be removed in its entirety without unscrewing a single screw. The display resists pressure well, is torsionally very rigid, and does not deform when the notebook is lifted at a corner. We have no issues with the overall sturdiness of this notebook.

In addition, all materials are of very high quality. The aluminum surfaces (both brushed and painted) feel cool to the touch and resist scratching. The keys of the keyboard, for example, are made from matte, slightly rough plastic and feel pleasant under the fingertips.

The hinges are metal and hold the display securely with minimal back-and-forth movement after an adjustment of the display angle. Because of the weight of the base unit, the display lid can be opened with one hand without issues.

HP decided to forgo the massive display lock featured on the predecessor. The hinges of the 2570p, even though quite stiff, don’t manage to hold the display lid securely closed when the notebook is turned upside down and held by just the base unit. It might be advisable to use a sleeve for transport to prevent items from wedging themselves between the lid and the base.

HP Elitebook 2570p Laptop Price in Pakistan