The chassis gives an overall stable impression. The back of the display and the frame around the keyboard are made of aluminum. The lid has a white finish, which, combined with the matte surface structure, differentiates it from other notebooks. The surfaces are anodized and hardly show any signs of aging. While the bottom cover is made from plastic, it looks very similar to the other parts of the case and will only be recognized as such at closer inspection.

The slightly roughened surfaces do not show finger prints. The HP logo, on the other hand, shows smeary marks very quickly. The workmanship is good. The individual components look neat and were put together seamlessly.

The device is also very resistent to warping. The notebook always stays flat, and there are no noises that would indicate friction. The hinges appear to be robust. The way they are anchored in the housing allows for precise adjustments. We did not notice any teetering of the display while typing. Because the hinges are so tight, it is difficult to open the device with one hand. We were somewhat disappointed by the stability of the keyboard, which gives way slightly unter increased pressure.