HP Pavilion dv6204ea Entertainment Notebook PC

HP Pavilion dv6204ea Entertainment Notebook PC

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Reviews

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:49

Average rating:88

Uk has collected 3 expert reviews for HP Pavilion dv6204ea Entertainment Notebook PC and the average expert rating is 88 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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goodgearguide.com.au

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:47

Average rating:80

The HP Pavilion dv6-7030tx is the high-end model in HP's dv6 range, featuring an Ivy Bridge-based Intel Core i7-3610QM CPU, 8GB of RAM and a Full HD screen. It's a laptop that's designed for home use, and especially for fun stuff, be it watching movies...

The Pavilion dv6-7030tx is a fast Ivy Bridge-based notebook that also has an excellent, Full HD screen. It's well suited for home users who want a good computer not only to get stuff done, but also to get fun stuff done. We just wish it had a better Wi...

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expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:47

Average rating:100

HP’s Pavilion laptops are some of the best looking machines around if you’re on a budget, and the DV6 is no exception. Its textured lid, silver-effect trim and glowing touchpad bezel make it look like a much more expensive laptop, even though it only c...

It looks great, performs well and its price is spot on; this is a superb laptop...

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expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:47

Average rating:40

At the time of writing, HP was stuck between two product lines. This means that the Pavilion dv6-6b57sa may be refreshed soon, but it should still be available from HP's site for some time. It's fairly unique in that it blends an Intel Core i3-2330M pr...

Its smart design and metal construction makes the dv6-6b57sa look the part, but its performance is average, its screen looks faded and the Beats Audio sound system is over-processed...

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alphr.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:47

Average rating:50

The most immediately striking features of the Pavilion dv6-6051ea are its audio and visual capabilities. The 15.6in, 1,366 x 768 resolution screen is bright, its LED-backlit panel producing fine clarity and reasonably wide viewing angles, and pupils were...

Superb video and sound, but this laptop is let down by an awful keyboard and very poor battery life...

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techradar.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:47

Average rating:60

Clad in HP's customary black and silver, the £600 HP Pavilion dv6-6b50sa is an affordable, feature-packed media laptop. While it obviously doesn't match up to the premium experience offered by HP's Envy range, it's got plenty to recommend it to anyone who...

Attractive design, Beats audio is excellent, Bright and clear picture, Fingerprint scanner, 6GB RAM...
Bit chunky and heavy for a 15.6, incher, Not Full 1080p HD...
Anyone who wants a machine predominantly for media or music usage can add an extra star to the score.Follow TechRadar Reviews on Twitter...

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techradar.com/au/

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:47

Average rating:60

Clad in HP's customary black and silver, the £600 HP Pavilion dv6-6b50sa is an affordable, feature-packed media laptop. While it obviously doesn't match up to the premium experience offered by HP's Envy range, it's got plenty to recommend it to anyone who...

Attractive design, Beats audio is excellent, Bright and clear picture, Fingerprint scanner, 6GB RAM...
Bit chunky and heavy for a 15.6incher, Not Full 1080p HD...
Anyone who wants a machine predominantly for media or music usage can add an extra star to the score. Follow TechRadar Reviews on Twitter...

theregister.co.uk

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:47

Average rating:70

Choosing an HP notebook isn’t an easy task, not because they are hard to find - far from it - it’s just the bewildering choice of notebooks you can find in a range. Take the recently refreshed Pavilion dv6-6b series, for example. There are currently a...

The only thing that lets this AMD dv6 down is its all-but-casual gaming performance, although to be fair it’s not been designed for anything more demanding in this sphere. More to the point, the HP Pavilion dv6-6b06sa is a good all-rounder for home u...

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theregister.co.uk

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:0

At first glance, AMD's 'Llano' CPU and Intel's 'Sandy Bridge' second-generation Core i platform look like blood brothers. They combine the CPU, a GPU and a memory controller all on a single 32nm die. So how do these laptop chips stand up against each o...

On balance, Sandy Bridge is the more desirable hardware. However, there is a sting in the tail: as I've said, the Intel laptop retails for about £629, while the AMD version only costs £500. Windows 7 rates the latter with an Experience Index of 5.9, t...

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channelpro.co.uk

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:100

HP's Core i5 desktop replacement combines plenty of power with a certain panache The 15.6in Pavilion dv6 bears HP's characteristic black and chrome livery, and to be honest it looks a bit showy in a laptop of this size. The numeric keypad at the side o...

pcadvisor.co.uk

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:80

If we were awarding prizes for looks alone, the HP Pavilion dv6-6103sa would win hands down. It is certainly an eye-catching laptop, the brushed metal design giving the HP a look that wouldn’t be out of place in the living room, study or at work. It’s...

You can’t argue with the specification of the HP Pavilion dv6-6103sa, though the top-notch components do put it slightly outside of the price range of this group test. That said, it is a worthy inclusion because it blends style with substance and is wo...

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expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:40

HP's dv6-6051ea is a beautifully designed laptop with a generous specification. It's powered by a fast Intel Core i5-2410M processor, which is backed up by 6GB of RAM and a 640GB hard disk. Despite its 15.6in screen, the dv6 weighs almost 3kg. This mak...

It's lovely to look at, but for this price, the dv6 is underspecified...

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goodgearguide.com.au

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

The dv6-6027tx is a decent multi-purpose laptop for the home. It comes with a 15.6in screen, a Blu-ray writer and specifications that are powerful enough for just about any domestic task, including gaming. We're not sold on its keyboard, its screen or...

Good speed Good battery life...
Screen Some design aspects No TV tuner...
HP's Pavilion dv6-6027tx is fast and suitable for pretty much any home computing task. It can be used for admin work and homework, but also for video editing and gaming. We weren't thrilled with its screen and some of HP's design choices, but overall i...

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pocket-lint.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:80

There's a certain HP style these days, with curved edges, large trackpads and subtle engravings on the case. That signature style is there in the Pavilion dv6, a machine designed to look good in a modern home. Combining a Core i5 processor with AMD's...

Well designed, high quality construction, with more than enough processing power, switchable graphics gives you a balance between power and efficiency...
Speaker quality could be improved, switchable graphics requires shutting down applications, battery life is on the lower side of average...
A good looking, powerful laptop with plenty of features. Ideal as a home PC, ready for games, video and Office...

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techradar.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:80

Companies that have excelled in the laptop market over the last three years have used a simple idea, one that's been a secret in the retail industry for years and one that we're going to blow wide open in What Laptop. The secret is to offer something m...

Great performance, Generous RAM, Dedicated graphics...
Poor build quality, Battery life, Usability...

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techradar.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

Without doubt the HP Pavillion dv6 dv6-3046sa is one of the best looking laptops around and brings a touch of class where others at this price fail. The body is a beautiful textured white, as if adorned in carbon fibre, and offset by smooth black keys...

Excellent build quality, Stylish chassis, Dedicated graphics...
Office performance, Battery life...

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expertreviews.co.uk

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:60

The HP Pavilion line was always been classy, and the dv6 is a beautifully designed and built laptop. The lid has a smart engraved pattern, and opens up to reveal a red metallic keyboard panel and glossy black screen bezel. A metallic strip around the e...

The dv6 is beautifully designed, has reasonable 3D performance and generous features, but the frustrating touchpad and keyboard can't be overlooked...

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pcadvisor.co.uk

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:0

Product Code: dv6-3130sa HP's 15.6in-screen Pavilion dv6-3130sa laptop has small proportions and a body weight of just 2.5kg. Chuck in strong multimedia credentials, and you have a laptop that's eminently suitable for entertainment on the move. If yo...

The HP Pavilion dv6-3130sa entertainment laptop is relatively inexpensive and offers good value - if you're not too fussed about specs or sound quality, this is a very nice laptop indeed. Paul Monckton...

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T3.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:60

HP’s DV Pavilion range isn’t a bad choice for budget models from a top name brand. We reviewed the Pavilion DV6-3085ea, which is a higher-specc’d addition to that range that can handle most multi-media apps. However, it does come loaded with HP bloa...

Filigree Design, Value for money for the features, Good power credentials under the bonnet...
Filigree design, Terrible touchpad and touch sensitive controls, Limited viewing angle on screen...
Not the most user-friendly laptop, but well specc'd for the price...

techradar.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

The Pavilion range comprises HP's consumer machines and while the Pavilion dv6-3040sa is a stylish and largely usable machine, it unfortunately features some irritating design features and lacks the impressive performance of its Intel-powered peers. We...

Good build quality, Nice design, Connectivity...
Mediocre performance, Usability...

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theregister.co.uk

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

Those who want their notebook PCs to play music and video while managing a burgeoning digital image collection should cast an eye at the HP Pavilion dv6-3085ea. It's an attractively slim computer with a design outline that's generally reminiscent of Ap...

The fingerprint security seems out of place, especially since HP's own 'instant-on' operating system appears to circumvent it anyway. Given its pointlessness, the overall effect is to make the notebook more expensive than it needed to be. Even so, pla...

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pcauthority.com.au

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:67

AMD's Vision platform is a codename for a loosely grouped set of specifications, which at heart comprises a processor and graphics card. It initially launched last September, but has now been refreshed with a few new elements.The idea behind Vision is...

AMD's updated processor plus graphics chip ‘Vision’ platform comes in Basic, Premium, ultimate and black – but how does the performance stack up?...

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pcadvisor.co.uk

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

Product Code: WR777EA #ABU The HP Pavilion dv6 is a 15in laptop built for home entertainment. HP's Pavilion dv6 line targets mobile-PC buyers who have an interest in rich media content. The line ships in various configurations; the reviewed here is t...

HP has delivered an impressively polished, media-smart laptop at an affordable price. The odd contrast behaviour and poor vertical viewing angles were somewhat disappointing, but the overall HP Pavilion dv6 package works well for handling rich media c...

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goodgearguide.com.au

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:80

If a sub-$1000, quad-core laptop tickles your fancy, then HP's 15in Pavilion dv6-3010-AX_01 is for you. It runs AMD's Vision Ultimate platform, which comprises an AMD Phenom II P920 CPU and an ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5650 graphics chip, and it's great...

Excellent value for money, huge tuochpad, great keyboard, digital TV tuner, quad-core CPU, 4GB RAM...
Screen has narrow viewing angles, large touchpad can get in the way when typing...

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alphr.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:83

The 15.6in Pavilion dv6 bears HP's characteristic black and chrome livery, and to be honest it looks a bit showy in a laptop of this size. The numeric keypad at the side of the keyboard is uncomfortably squished as well. But from a technical standpoint...

Not without its foibles, but good value for a high-performance laptop...

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trustedreviews.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:90

This is the third time we've reviewed the HP Pavilion dv6. This might seem excessive, but laptops evolve quickly as new technology becomes available and the HP Pavilion dv6-2113sa is one of the latest configurations now on sale. At £550 it's...

Excellent value, Stylish looks, Generous specifications...
Average battery life, Average speakers...

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techradar.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

HP is the world's most successful laptop brand and provides a range of consumer and corporate machines at varying price points. Its Pavilion dv6- 2105ea is designed for home entertainment use. Performance is stunning, thanks to Intel's cutting-edge Cor...

Powerful, Core i5, Widescreen, Image quality, LightScribe capable DVD rewriter, Build quality, Excellent software package included...
User interface, Not very portable...
The HP Pavilion dv6-2105ea is a good home entertainment laptop, its performance is stunning and its power and features make it easy to like. If you plan to use this machine at home then it should definitely be a consideration but bear in mind its slightly...

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pcauthority.com.au

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:83

At first glance, the HP Pavilion dv6 would appear to be the very antithesis of the tasteful laptop. Boasting flashy looks, a glossy screen and enough chrome-effect highlights to dazzle a footballer's wife, it isn't exactly shy and retiring.Look at the...

An excellent and keenly priced desktop replacement, as long as you can live with the extrovert design...

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digitalversus.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:49

Average rating:60

The HP Pavilion dv6 is a midrange model from HP. Its multimedia capabilities suit it to a range of uses, from office applications and Web browsing to watching movies and viewing your holiday snaps.Handling and DesignVisually, the HP Pavilion dv6-1225ef...

Design and finish, Complete connectivity, Number pad, Graphics card can handle HD...
Disappointing performance, Poor battery life, Poorquality, glossy LCD panel, Glossy plastics: dustand fingerprintprone, Noisy...

alphr.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:49

Average rating:83

At first glance, the HP Pavilion dv6 would appear to be the very antithesis of the dour business laptop. Boasting flashy looks, a glossy screen and enough chrome-effect highlights to dazzle a footballer’s wife, it's not exactly shy and retiring. Look a...

It might not earn a perfect six overall, but the DV6 is an affordable, high-quality desktop replacement that makes a great case for itself. And, when you consider that it costs just £608 exc VAT, most people will find it decidedly easy to put up with...

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techradar.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:49

Average rating:80

The first thing that strikes you about the HP dv6-1240ea Entertainment PC is how well finished it is. HP has once again used its imprint technology to produce a glossy and very attractive notebook – an effect that extends to the touch media controls an...

Very attractive finish, Powerful spec, HDMI out plus other extras...
Extra software is a pain, No Blu-ray drive, Some could consider it pricey...

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Zdnet.com.au

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:49

Average rating:85

Design and features Piano black is the order of the day for HPs dv6-1128tx — piano black with silver concentric circles, and a fingerprint-style design on both the lid and wrist rest. Just like Apple has been doing for years, the HP logo in the bottom...

Attractive design, Decent power for an affordable price...
No Bluetooth, Underwhelming battery life...
The dv6 is a gorgeous laptop for quite an affordable price. If youre looking in the 16-inch space, definitely check this one out.

techradar.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:49

Average rating:80

del.icio.us reddit! TechBlips Facebook Stumbleupon Newsvine tweet The HP Pavilion dv6-1130sa (£489 inc. VAT) is the latest addition to HPs consumer range. With its dedicated graphics and large quantity of memory, this laptop is a real bargain for thos...

Great connections list, Plenty of graphics memory...
Performance is merely passable...

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channelnews.com.au

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:49

Average rating:70

The HP Pavilion Dv6 certainly isnt something you want to lug around. While it?s fairly lightweight for its size, it is meant to be used as a desktop replacement notebook with features and style that suggest it would live comfortably in the home office...

Attractive design, comfortable keyboard, adequate CPUand graphics capabilites, Touchpad can be disabled.
Touch controls are a little buggy.

HEXUS.net

Updated:
2016-11-26 10:08:22

Average rating:70

With Intel's attention at least partially diverted toward Ultrabooks, perhaps now's the opportune moment for AMD to stamp its authority on the seemingly old-fashioned laptop?The team from Sunnyvale, California is arguably best positioned to challenge I...

Good CPU and GPU performance, Great fullsize keyboard, Excellent trackpad, Pleasant design...
Limited display resolution, Lacks USB 3.0...

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tbreak.ae

Updated:
2016-11-26 10:08:22

Average rating:90

The HP Pavilion DV6 series of notebooks have always been the go to notebook for many people who want performance close to a desktop, but don’t want to splurge out an obscene amount of money for it. Today I’ll be looking at the latest HP Pavilion DV6 no...

Very powerful, Can play modern games easily, Looks stylish on the outside, Easily upgradeable ram and HDD...
Gets very noisy when under full load, Monitor resolution only 1366x768, Comes preloaded with HP bloatware, HDD only 5400rpm...

theregister.co.uk

Updated:
2016-11-26 10:08:22

Average rating:0

When you pull the power cord to go from mains to battery power the ATI Power Xpress feature offers you the choice of switching the graphics chip to the integrated ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4250 graphics core. Using this option added an extra 25 minutes of ba...

The wondrous looks of the Pavilion DV6 are let down by an iffy touchpad. The dual ATI graphics are a neat feature that help battery life, yet give you decent visual horsepower when the machine's connected to the mains. ® Netbooks Group Test Acer...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:80

The HP Pavilion dv6-6173cl ($949.99 list at Costco) is one of the most powerful laptops you'll find for less than $1,000. This 15.6-inch desktop replacement pairs a high-end, quad-core Intel Core i7 CPU with a midrange AMD Radeon graphics processor. Th...

Strong quad-core performance, Sleek and strong aluminum chassis, Beats Audio delivers outstanding sound, Two-year warranty...
Clacky mouse buttons, No backlit keyboard, No Bluetooth...
High style, strong performance, and big sound highlight the versatile HP Pavilion dv6-6173cl, a 15.6-inch desktop replacement that would be good for your home...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

The HP Pavilion dv6-6123cl is not your standard budget laptop. No, this 15.6-inch desktop replacement includes some surprises for its price of $599.99 (list, at Costco). For starters, it eschews common plastic for a luxurious brushed aluminum case. And...

Brushed aluminum case, Beats Audio delivers big sound, Surprisingly capable graphics power, Long battery life, Two-year warranty...
So-so application performance, Clacky mouse buttons, Smaller hard drive than competing budget laptops...
For budget buyers unwilling to compromise on design, the HP Pavilion dv6-6123cl delivers sleek aluminum styling along with a long-running battery, big audio, and a generous warranty for cheap...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:80

The HP Pavilion dv6-6163cl is a well-rounded mainstream laptop. For a reasonable price ($799.99 list at Costco), this 15.6-inch model supplies a modern configuration based on the new Intel Core i5-2430M processor, which it pairs with an ample 6GB of me...

Strong performance, Long battery life, Sturdy and stylish aluminum chassis, Beats Audio delivers outstanding sound, Two-year warranty...
Integrated graphics, Clacky mouse buttons, No Bluetooth...
With a great design, strong performance, long battery life, and a two-year warranty, the HP Pavilion dv6-6163cl is about as well-rounded 15.6-inch desktop replacement as you'll find...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:60

When Hewlett-Packard announced that they would begin offering Pavilion laptops with AMD's newest Fusion APUs (code-named "Llano"), hopes rose for an inexpensive desktop replacement that could compete with the performance of Intel's processors. The HP P...

Lower price, AMD Llano APUs offer discrete-class graphics and gaming performance, Beats Audio, Big 640GB hard drive, USB 3,0 ports offer speedy connections...
Processor can't match competing Intel chips in raw power, Battery life is a bit short...
The HP Pavilion dv6-6145dx laptop certainly offers a mixed bag, with excellent graphics performance, but lackluster processing power. Some will find it a compelling offer, while others will be turned off...

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itp.net

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:80

The Pavilion dv6-6090ee comes from HP's Home Notebook range and is the first Sandy Bridge-based desktop replacement we've received from the technology titan.Weighing in at 2.65kg the Pavilion is unquestionably a desktop replacement machine. It's a note...

Sizzling application performance, can handle most modern game titles, great looks, feels well built, attractively priced.
Quite heavy.
The dv6 has it all; great looks, top notch performance and a sensible price tag...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

The HP Pavilion dv6-6153cl ($999.99 list at Costco) offers a nice blend of power and style in a desktop replacement laptop. Its Sandy Bridge Core i7 processor and generous helping of RAM deliver solid productivity and multimedia performance, and its sw...

Uses newest Intel CPU technology, Has switchable graphics, Attractive appearance, Includes two-year warranty...
Lacks Bluetooth and WiMAX wireless, Blu-ray reader, Loaded with bloatware, So-so battery life...
The HP Pavilion dv6-6153cl gives you an Intel Core i7 processor and AMD switchable graphics for under $1,000, but you don't get features like WiMAX, Bluetooth, and Blu-ray as part of the bargain...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:60

The HP Pavilion dv6-6110us ($649.99 at Staples) is a good deal for anyone looking for a cheap desktop replacement laptop that will run for six-plus hours on a single charge and deliver respectable graphics performance. You won't get much in the way of...

Affordable, Decent graphics performance, Relatively good battery life...
Sluggish productivity and multimedia performance, Short on features, Loaded with bloatware...
The HP Pavilion dv6-6110us is an AMD-based desktop replacement that delivers better-than-average graphics performance for a budget notebook. It will give you six hours of battery life, but it's light on features and the CPU can't keep up with the comp...

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techreviewsource.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:80

4.00 Looking at our top-rated desktop replacement laptops can leave you feeling a bit of sticker shock, with prices climbing upwards of $1,500. With an Intel Core i7-2630QM CPU and AMD Radeon HD 6770M graphics card, the HP Pavilion dv6-6170us ($1...

Good looks and sturdy construction. Beats Audio. Bluray drive and WiDi 2.0. Long lasting battery. Intel Core i72630QM CPU and AMD Radeon HD 6770M video card provide outstanding performance. 750GB hard drive offers ample storage space...
Average display. Thicker and heavier than premium competitors. No backlit keyboard.

pcmag.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:80

Looking at our top-rated desktop replacement laptops can leave you feeling a bit of sticker shock, with prices climbing upwards of $1,500. With an Intel Core i7-2630QM CPU and AMD Radeon HD 6770M graphics card, the HP Pavilion dv6-6170us ($1,049.99 lis...

Good looks and sturdy construction, Beats Audio, Blu-ray drive and WiDi 2,0, Long lasting battery, Intel Core i7-2630QM CPU and AMD Radeon HD 6770M video card provide outstanding performance, 750GB hard drive offers ample storage space...
Average display, Thicker and heavier than premium competitors, No backlit keyboard...
The HP Pavilion dv6-6170us rivals some of the best desktop replacement laptops we've seen, offering quad-core performance and strong graphics for less than premium-priced laptops, but it has to trim a few of the finer features to do so...

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pcworld.com_techhive.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:80

The HP Pavilion dv6 is the company's workhorse consumer laptop, with a 15.6-inch LCD panel and a nearly full-size keyboard. When you first see the dv6, it seems thinner than it really is. The gently curved back surface of the LCD housing hides some of...

Very good video playback quality, Excellent keyboard with a great feel...
DVD drive's eject button is tiny, Speakers distort at high volume...
HP's dv6 is a classy-looking (though slightly bulky) laptop with a good mix of features for its price...

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notebookcheck.net

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:79

With the Llano generation, the manufacturer has expanded the APU concept of a main processor with incorporated graphics to bigger systems. The codename Llano covers Accelerated Processing Units that are a blend of Northbridge, a dual or quad core and a de...

High-end, hard aluminum finish, Four loudspeakers, Gaming suitability, Fast hard disk, Good application performance, Long battery runtimes, Low power consumption, Very cool case...
Poor contrasts, viewing angles, Crashes in games, benchmarks, Little gaming performance, Cover on bottom can jam...
HP Pavilion dv6-6110eg LZ546EA Good multimedia entry with shortcomings in newer gamesWe were happy to finally hold an APU based notebook with a higher performance than the netbooks and office devices released to date (E350, C50) in our hands. There's not...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

The HP Pavilion dv6-6113cl ($699.99 at Costco) is a reasonably priced desktop replacement laptop powered by a Sandy Bridge Core i3 processor and featuring a durable aluminum finish. You get a good amount of storage space with this model, as well as Int...

Good performance, Durable finish, Two-year warranty, Large hard drive...
Limited wireless options, Integrated graphics, Bloatware...
The HP Pavilion dv6-6113cl is a reasonably priced desktop replacement laptop with a tough exterior and plenty of storage. It's a decent performer, but there are better deals to be had in this price range...

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notebookcheck.net

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:80

The new laptop is equipped with a quad-core processor (the Core i7-2630QM - 4x 2.00GHz), which is supported by a large amount of RAM , to be exact: 8,192 MB . All this is available for a price of 799 Euros - currently a very aggressive pricing . All-in-al...

Metallic Aluminum finish, Four speakers, High program performance, Ready for gaming, Fast hard disk, Bottom flap is screw less...
Spongy, rickety keys, Flaws in the case, Bad contrast, poor viewing angles...
The brand new versions of the HP Pavilion dv6 are available at online shops. Our review shines light on a few of the configurations available for the dv6 models, although our test configuration, the dv6-6008eg (LQ765EA), is rare to find. The cheapest conf...

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pcmag.com

Updated:
2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

The HP Pavilion dv6-6135dx ($679.99 at Best Buy) is an affordable desktop replacement laptop offering a handful of features typically found on more expensive models, including a stylish aluminum alloy lid and a Blu-ray drive. Its AMD A-series accelerat...

Blu-ray drive, Good graphics performance, Switchable graphics, Durable design...
Sluggish productivity performance, No Bluetooth, No broadband wireless, Bloatware...
The HP Pavilion dv6-6135dx desktop replacement laptop delivers above-average graphics for a budget laptop, but is a subpar performer on productivity and multimedia tasks...

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pcmag.com

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:60

The HP Pavilion dv6-6033cl ($849.99 list, at Costco) uses Intel's Sandy Bridge processor technology to deliver impressive productivity and multimedia performance, and it comes with a relatively big hard drive and a sturdy aluminum finish. While not ove...

Good productivity performance. Latest processor technology.Durable finish. Two-year warranty.
Pricey. Integrated graphics. No WiDi or WiMAX. No Blu-ray drive. Mediocre battery life.
The HP Pavilion dv6-6033cl laptop offers solid performance, Intel's Sandy Bridge technology, and a two-year warranty in a durable 15-inch chassis, but you can get similar performance and features for less money elsewhere. Buy it nowCheck here for othe...

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:80

Budget laptops don't always have a reputation for being exciting, but even one that isn't the most sparkly system on the block can still deliver numerous features and highly usable performance for not much money. The HP Pavilion dv6-3225dx ($649.99 lis...

Appealing design. Lots of ports, connectivity features. Good battery life.
Uses last-generation processor.
The HP Pavilion dv6-3225dx doesn't break new ground in the budget laptop category, but it's a sensible choice for its price range. Buy it nowCheck here for other Notebooks by HP!...

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:90

Standing out in the budget laptop category isn't hard. Even modest improvements like metal construction, extra ports, and quality sound are enough to garner attention in a category where price reigns supreme. The HP Pavilion dv6-6013cl ($649.99 list, a...

Second-generation Intel Core i3 processor. Gaming capable. Fresh design and aluminum construction. Long battery-life. Beats Audio sounds great.
No backlight on keyboard. Bloatware.
In terms of looks, features, and cost, the HP Pavilion dv6-6013cl was already a great laptop, but the addition of a second generation Intel processor and dramatically improved graphics and gaming capability make it a winner. Buy it nowCheck here for o...

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

The HP Pavilion dv6-3243cl ($799.99 list, at Costco) desktop replacement laptop comes packed with your standard features and all the right ports. Performance wise, this mainstream laptop neither exceeded nor fell short in terms benchmark tests, but cam...

Nice design. Little bloatware. Solid performer.
No Blu-ray. Finicky mousepad. Resistant clickpad.
The HP Pavilion dv6-3243cl is an all-around solid desktop replacement laptop...

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notebookcheck.net

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:78

The AMD quad core processor provides enough performance for routine with four cores. If the graphics are to be a bit more intricate, the Pavilion dv6 has an ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5650 graphics. It is in the second highest category that AMD rewards with t...

Design, Materials, Workmanship, Sound system, Switchable graphics...
Fan could be less audible, Processor is a bit weak in some situations...
All in all, the HP Pavilion dv6 has left a good impression. There are a few smaller rough edges in the odd place, but ultimately you receive a great total package. The notebook can hold its ground as a mobile entertainer. AMD's quad core processor and the...

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

The HP Pavilion dv6-3122us ($649.98 list), available at Staples, brings a number of compelling features, including eye-catching good looks and an excellent price tag for a 15.6-inch desktop replacement laptops. Long battery life and a great-looking dis...

Inexpensive desktop replacement. Great battery life. Gorgeous display. Stylish design.
Mediocre application performance. Bloatware.
Great looks, excellent battery life, and a low price tag make the HP Pavilion dv6-3122us a compelling desktop-replacement for shoppers on a budget, but a low price tag also equals pedestrian performance...

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

The HP Pavilion dv6-3143cl ($799.99 list at Costco) is a 15.6-inch desktop replacement laptop that comes with a Blu-ray drive and decent battery life. HP has kept the price down by giving it a slower processor than other premium laptops (in this case...

Blu-ray player. Good price. Unique pattern design. Decent processor.
Mouse pad is jumpy. Resolution doesn't support 1080p HD.
The HP Pavilion dv6-3143cl desktop replacement laptop is a solid multimedia machine, complete with a Blu-ray drive. Buy it nowManufacturer Check here for other Notebooks by HP!...

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

The HP Pavilion dv6-3123cl ($599.99 list at Costco) is a no-frills, everyday laptop with all the standard features you would expect from a moderately priced, general-use laptop. This laptop, available at Costco, comes with an ample 15.6-inch screen, ma...

Big 500 GB hard drive. Decent battery life. Reasonable price.
Budget AMD Athlon II processor, integrated GPU means less than great performance.
The HP Pavilion dv6-3123cl isn't a standout as far as performance or extra features. However, with the big hard drive capacity, good battery life, pleasant aluminum-like design and lower price point, it should be adequate enough to meet the needs of t...

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

If you're looking for a relatively lightweight desktop replacement laptop with Core i5 power and a rich feature set, consider the HP Pavilion dv6-3163cl ($899.99 list). This attractive 15-inch laptop comes with a Blu-ray drive and a generous two-year w...

Good performance. Stylish metal chassis. Blu-ray drive included. Two-year warranty.
Integrated graphics. Bloatware. Slow hard drive.
With the HP Pavilion dv6-3163cl you get a stylish, metal-clad notebook with Core i5 power and a Blu-ray drive. Integrated graphics and a fair amount of bloatware are also part of the deal...

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

HP's Pavilion dv6 line targets mobile-PC buyers who have an interest in rich media content. The line ships in various configurations; the dv6-3013 reviewed here is the entry-level version. Unlike pricier members of the dv6 family--which are based on In...

Surprisingly good audio playback quality, Integrated media features work well...
LCD's vertical viewing angle is extremely limited, Screen contrast is poor...
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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

HP is the biggest purveyor of metal-clad laptop, even outnumbering the offerings from Apple and Asus. The HP Pavilion dv6-3033cl ($899.99 list), available at Costco, is among the growing bunch that uses this sleek, lightweight, and remarkably durabl...

Fast Core i5 processor. Fast hard drive. Above average battery scores. Sleek, metallic design. Lightweight. Blu-ray drive included. 2 year Costco warranty.
Erratic click touchpad. Integrated graphics only.
A desktop replacement tailored to video editors, the HP Pavilion dv6-3033cl is fast and comes with a Blu-ray drive...

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

If you like to watch movies and online content, then the HP Pavilion dv6-3040us ($849.98 list), available from Staples, is a very entertaining laptop. If you like to play 3D video games and listen to music via your PC speakers you probably won't fin...

Updated design. Well priced. Blu-ray drive.
Problems with 3D gaming. Tinny speakers. No media remote. Sensitive touchpad.
The HP Pavilion dv6-3040us is solid entertainment laptop, whether watching Blu-ray movies or streaming video content...

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:60

The HP Pavilion dv6-3010us ($699.98 list), sold at Staples, boasts a couple of noteworthy new features. For starters, it's one of the first Pavilions we've reviewed to feature HP's new design. It's also one of the first laptops to pass through the L...

Attractive new design. Long-running battery. Touchpad features matte finish and supports multi-touch gestures. Superb wireless connectivity with 802.11n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
So-so application performance. Integrated graphics mean 3D games are out. New touchpad with integrated mouse buttons will take some getting used to.
The HP Pavilion dv6-3010us boasts an updated design that is sure to grab your attention, but other laptops offer better bang for the buck...

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:60

Other than being the first AMD Vision–based laptop to pass through PC Labs, there's nothing that makes the HP Pavilion dv6-3013cl ($799.99 list) stand out in the crowded mainstream laptop market. Its performance is good, but not great, and the same...

Quad-core processor. Big, fast hard drive. Two-year warranty.
Integrated graphics. No ExpressCard slot. So-so battery life.
Based on AMD's latest Phenom CPU and Vision platform, the HP Pavilion dv6-3013cl is a moderate performer with average battery life, and its graphics performance what you'd expect from an integrated GPU. That said, this mainstream laptop is certainly ca...

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pcmag.com

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:80

For users who require desktop power in a manageable 6-pound chassis, there's the HP Pavilion dv6-2173cl ($799.99 list). This reasonably priced 15-inch multimedia notebook, available at Costco, is chock-full of features and makes use of Intel's lates...

Solid performer. Affordable. Discrete graphics. Lots of storage. Two year warranty.
Relatively low-res screen. Bloatware.
The HP Pavilion dv6-2173cl offers strong performance, discrete graphics, and a full array of multimedia ports at a very affordable price...

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notebookcheck.net

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:75

By Bernd Müller 11/03/2009 HP knows what the people want? A good graphic card combined with an acceptable processor in a case with loads of connections. Of course, this package shouldn't cost too much, 700 Euros at most. The scrooge among the custome...

Attractive design, Very good value for money ratio, FireWire, eSATA interfaces, Docking station available, Mini remote control, Useable graphic performance...
Constantly loud, even without load, Glossy display with average contrast, Coated "smeary finger" touchpad, Short battery life, Imprecise typing feel, Average application performance...
HP blunders with the touchpad. We could see ourselves in the silver glossy pad because it has a reflective surface. It also is prone for smeary fingerprints, which the user permanently has to wipe away. This is really superfluous during inputs.The current...

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

The HP Pavilion dv6-1350us ($829.98 list) is a 15.6-inch desktop replacement with something extra: a feature that technologists describe as a big honkin' battery. Twice the size of the notebook's AC power brick, the 12-cell, 95 watt-hour lithium-ion...

Jumbo battery means long life. Comfortable keyboard with numeric keypad. HDMI and eSATA ports. Remote control.
Jumbo battery makes system a little ponderous. Mediocre screen resolution. Sluggish integrated graphics.
Luxuries like Blu-ray and discrete graphics are absent, but more than seven and a half hours' battery life makes this system stand out from the 15.6-inch crowd...

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2014-08-22 09:15:48

Average rating:70

Every bargain shopper loves an added bonus. In the case of the HP Pavilion dv6-1353cl-b ($799.99 list), this comes in the form of an all-in-one printer thrown in when you buy this value laptop at Costco. (The "b" in dv6-1353cl-b stands for "bundle,"...

Nice keyboard that includes a numeric keypad. HDMI and eSATA ports. Price includes all-in-one printer with Wi-Fi.
Low-resolution screen and poky integrated graphics. Included printer is low-end.
A bundled all-in-one printer's a basic one, but with Wi-Fi, makes up for a few missing frills on the 15.6-inch HP Pavilion dv6-1353cl-b, an otherwise likable laptop...

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2014-08-22 09:15:49

Average rating:60

The HP Pavilion dv6 1230us ($799.99 list) is a tale of two laptops. On the one hand it has all the flashy exterior of the other models in HPs venerable Pavilion line of laptop computers. On the other, it is, at best, a modest laptop with just enoug...

Low price. Good design. 12-cell Lithium Ion Battery.
Processor speed. Poor gaming performance.
With its elegant design, the HP Pavilion dv6-1230us is a budget notebook, masquerading as one of its more powerful siblings...

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2014-08-22 09:15:49

Average rating:80

"Just a little off the top" is good advice for a barber, but who knew it would be a good suggestion for desktop-replacement laptop shoppers? The HP Pavilion dv6 (1253cl) ($949.99 list) fits just below the dv7 series with a 16-inch rather than 17-inc...

Fast performance with fine screen and keyboard. Numeric keypad included, albeit downsized. Blu-ray movie viewing with HDMI output and handy remote control.
Poor battery life undercuts the more-mobile-than-a-17-incher argument. No Bluetooth. More than its share of crapware.
The HP Pavilion dv6-1253cl, an aggressively discounted laptop, makes a compelling case for 16 inches as the mobile media center screen-size sweet spot...

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notebookcheck.net

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2014-08-22 09:15:49

Average rating:80

The dv6 series by the American manufacturer Hewlett-Packard scores with an exciting price/performance-ratio. All the series models are positioned well below the mark of 1000 Euros, and there even is one version by all means suited for gaming: the mo...

Felicitous design, Extensive port configuration, Docking option, Low heating of the case, Good sound...
Case is susceptible to pollution, Unpleasant surface of keyboard and touch pad, Strong reflections of the display, Mediocre 3Dand applicationperformance, High level of noise, even without load...
The new dv6 series' spectrum in terms of equipment reaches from the low-price multimedia-beginner (to which the 1199eg model at hand would have to be numbered among) up to reasonably priced middle class notebooks, which will meet a large interested audien...

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