The 350 G1's case has the same basic build as almost every current consumer notebook manufacturer by Hewlett Packard. Overall, the keyboard offers a good typing experience; it should be possible to type often or for long periods of time on this device. HP chose to equip their 350 G1 with a switchable graphics solution (Enduro), comprised of the notebook's two graphics cores: the Intel HD Graphics 4400andAMD's Radeon HD 8670M. The case is weak in the usual areas: Below the touchpad, and to the left of the keyboard, the plastic gives under pressure.

bit computing on Intel architecture requires a computer system with a processor, chipset, BIOS, operating system, device drivers, and applications enabled for Intel 64 architecture. Even after taking out the screw, the lid sits so securely in the case that we risked breaking it in removing it. Nevertheless, the notebook is capable of rendering many games at low resolution and low-to-medium quality settings. What started as a side job during my computer science studies later became my main job: For more than 20 years now I have been working as an editor and author in the IT sector. The two GPUs are intended for different uses: While the computeruses the Intel chip for everyday tasks and in battery mode, the Radeon core is responsible for applications that demand more performance, for instance computer games.

WLAN supplier IHV extensions required for Cisco Compatible Extensions support for Microsoft Windows Vista and Win7. Its competitors, for instance the Lenovo B50-70(3:15 h) and the TravelMate P255-MG(3:30 h), peter out considerably earlier. The option is activated on the HP 350 G1, but it's possible to deactivate it and let the fan sometimes stand still. While the graphics core ran the stress test at 600 to 975 MHz in AC power mode, in battery mode it throttled down to 400 MHz. Processors will not operate (including 32-bit operation) without an Intel 64 architecture-enabled BIOS.

In idle mode, the computer's energy use lies in the usual range for Haswell notebooks (less than 10 Watts).WLAN supplier's client utility is required for Cisco Compatible Extensions support with Microsoft Windows XP. This product detection tool installs software on your Microsoft Windows device that allows HP to detect and gather data about your HP and Compaq products to provide quick access to support information and solutions. Due to the non-industry standard nature of some third-party memory modules, we recommend HP branded memory to ensure compatibility. The transfer rates we recorded are on par with those of other 5400 rpm hard drives and leave no room for criticism.

The HP Deskjet 350 series printer works well with most types of paper, although variables in paper composition may affect print quality and paper handling. Currently we use the Metrahit Energy, a professional single phase power quality and energy measurement digital multimeter, for our measurements. Unfortunately, the 350 G1 can't boot off the drive, which means a Solid State Drive can only be used as cache. For added convenience, the printer comes with a portable sheet feeder that can hold up to 30 sheets of paper. Behind the maintenance hatch that reveals the hard drive, you will also find the WLAN module and an unoccupied mSATA slot.A matte screen, good battery life, a comfortable keyboard, maintenance hatches and an unoccupied mSATA slot -- clearly, HP wants to stake their claim on the market for inexpensive office devices. Just recently, we reviewed one of our HP device’s competitors, the Lenovo B50-70( Core i5-4210U, Radeon R5 M230). While working in the print sector I also contributed to the creation of various loose-leaf publications and published original written pieces. The HP 350 G1 isn't designed to be a gaming computer, which means its ability to run games doesn't play a particularly significant role here.

However, double-layer discs burned with this drive may not be compatible with many existing single-layer DVD drives and players. As soon as the computer is under load, it gets very loud: We measured a sound pressure level of about 47 dB. Interestingly, the 350 G1 manages somewhat better frame rates than other notebooks equipped with the Radeon HD 8670Mgraphics core. The 350 G1's CPU completed the stress test (Prime95 and Furmark running simultaneously for at least an hour) at 2.The matte screen's brightness level is acceptable, but its contrast, black value and color display definitely leave something to be desired. For their 350 G1, HP selected a Seagate hard drive with a capacity of 750 GB and a speed of 5400 rpm. Every once in a while, the user has to help the system by manually selecting which GPU should take over a particular task.