HP has launched three new “enterprise-class” Chromebooks, featuring sturdy and durable frames (MIL-STD 810G certified), waterproof keyboards and reinforced ports for greater durability, but some are cheaper with Intel Celeron processors and eMMC memory and others a bit more expensive with a 10th generation Intel Core i7 processor and PCIe SSD storage. They share the Chrome OS operating system with Chrome Enterprise Upgrade.
HP Chromebook Enterprise 14 G6
It is a 1.5Kg laptop with 14-inch HD (1366 x 768 pixels) or Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) display, optionally touch, which can rotate up to 180 ° on the keyboard to facilitate content sharing in the classroom. HP has provided an Intel Celeron processor (not better specified), memory up to 8GB LPDDR4 and maximum 128GB of eMMC memory. There is also support for 802.11ac WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, a USB Type-C port, two USB Type-A, an HDMI and a microSD card reader to expand storage.
HP Chromebook Enterprise 14 G6
The data sheet is completed by an 88 ° webcam with physical shutter for privacy, which will allow you to “turn off” the camera when not in use, stereo speakers and dual microphones. According to reports from HP, Chromebook Enterprise 14 G6 will be on sale in the USA by May at the starting price of $ 399.
HP Pro C640 Chromebook Enterprise
The American company claims that it is the first company of the company with the initials “Pro” in the name, deserved thanks to the aluminum frame and a high-end hardware platform (at least for the category) with Intel Comet Lake processors of the tenth generation (ranging from Pentium to Core i7), maximum 16GB of DDR4 RAM and 128GB of storage space, albeit still of the eMMC type. It also features a 14-inch HD (1366 x 768 pixel) or FHD (1920 x 1080 pixel) display, touch or non-touch) and a hinge that allows it to be opened up to 180 °.
HP Pro C640 Chromebook Enterprise
Weighing 1.5Kg and 16mm thick, the HP Pro C640 Chromebook Enterprise integrates two USB Type-A ports, using a hinged design, two USB Type-C, one HDMI and a 3.5mm audio jack. There is also support for 802.11ax WiFi (WiFi 6), dual microphones, stereo speakers and optional fingerprint reader. Prices have not yet been announced, but HP Pro C640 Chromebook Enterprise will be available on the American market by June.
HP Elite c1030 Chromebook Enterprise
Last but not least, this laptop is basically a premium quality ultrabook with Chrome OS instead of Windows 10, aimed at corporate customers rather than consumers. In a weight of 1.34Kg and in the thickness of 16mm, it integrates a 13.5-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixel) touch display with 3: 2 aspect ratio and 90.1% screen-to-body ratio thanks to the thin, rotatable bezels up to 360 ° to be able to use it in tablet, tent, stand and notebook mode. It also supports an HP Active Pen for freehand writing and drawing on the screen.
HP Elite c1030 Chromebook Enterprise
Available with Intel Core i7 (Comet Lake) processor up to the tenth generation, 16GB of DDR4 RAM and 256GB of space on PCIe SSD, HP Elite c1030 Chromebook Enterprise comes standard with a backlit keyboard, WiFi 6, two USB Type-C ports , a USB Type-A with drop-down design and a microSD card reader. The configuration options include a fingerprint sensor, 4G / LTE and an HP Sure View Reflect display, with brightness up to 1000 nits for greater readability outdoors and the possibility of limiting viewing angles in one click, so that no one can read from behind.
The laptop is also built with recycled materials: the lid is made of 75% recycled aluminum, while the speaker and keys are made of 50% recycled plastic. Another interesting feature of this laptop is the privacy camera: there is not enough space in the top frame for a slide shutter, so HP has integrated a button on the side of the laptop that “detaches” the camera when not in use . The price will be announced near the release date, which appears to be scheduled for August
