15 Old HP Laptops and Their Best Alternatives
HP is a solid laptop manufacturer, with machines that run for years and provide great performance, speed, and usability. But only if you pick the right one.
HP laptops are notorious for being a pain if you have chosen a machine that doesn’t fit your computing needs. Their low-end laptops are particular bad-rep examples. To make an HP laptop work for you, pay special attention to your needs and research the specs to ensure you get the components and performance you need.
HP’s website is a great place to start, with laptops grouped by filters such as the above. Discussion sites like Quora and Reddit are amazing places to get expert advice from laptop geeks and other HP users who can tell you how much an old HP laptop is worth, their best alternatives, and the best places to sell old laptops.
But what to do if you have ended up with a non-ideal HP laptop or had a good one but it’s outdated now and you want a better, upgraded machine?
Below we have listed 15 old HP laptops and their ideal replacements. So, move on from the tech of the past and sell your HP laptop for cash to fund your smart new tech upgrade.
1. HP EliteBook 820 Intel Core i7
Why? Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 offers almost the same level of performance as the HP model. In fact, in some areas, it is better. It uses less energy, has a better display, and uses flash storage. If you are considering newer models of both, the objective analysis will tip in HP EliteBook 820’s favor, but since you are here to put up your used HP laptop for sale, Lenovo’s ThinkPad is the way to go.
It has a much lower body weight and a lower price tag to enjoy.
2. HP Envy x360 2-in-1 14-ES0013DX
Why? The Asus Vivobook laptop has better muscle than the HP Envy x360 and can hold on its own regarding everything from resolution, screen size, better CPU performance, and ports. As a result, it is a pricier laptop which may not be suitable for an average user looking to buy a daily-use machine.
3. HP Pavilion Laptop 15-cw1063wm
Why? The Dell Inspiron 15 model has a better-build quality and offers richer customization options than its rival. It also has a longer battery life and superior customer support. Though both are mid-range laptops, older models may not get you a lot in the resale value. Used HP laptops for sale, for example, go for about half their retail price and only when they are in good condition. Dell models may go a bit higher as they offer better performance and overall life than the HP Pavilion 15-cw1063wm laptop.
4. HP Spectre X360 13 – AP0106TU
Why? Yoga 9i by Lenovo is a computer that flies compared to most other models in its league. It’s faster, flashier, and wider than the HP Spectre X360 13 model. The CPU performance is matchless with this Lenovo laptop and comes at a price tag. Though cheaper alternatives are available, we suggest you sell your HP laptop for cash right now and use that money towards buying this beautiful new computer.
5. HP Zbook Firefly 14 Intel Core i5
Why? While the HP Zbook Firefly has been a delightful computer and an accessible workstation, there are areas where Lenovo emerges as the clear winner. If you have an old Zbook Firefly for sale, and looking to buy the best replacement laptop, we think of no better than Lenovo’s Legion 5 Gen. It has a bigger screen size, more internal storage, and a faster CPU. Again, the price is steeper but you’ll get a better battery life and more power in the new machine.
6. HP Elitebook 8470p Intel Core i5
Why? Both laptops are close in the price range, but the Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 offers you more storage, a bigger screen size, and a larger memory. If you want to swap your ancient computer with something that outperforms most mid-range laptops, this Lenovo model has much going on. It has an anti-reflective coating meaning your eye strain can take it easy for a change, and even with all these great features, the laptop weighs lighter than the HP Elitebook version and has a much sleeker body.
7. HP Elitebook 8460w Intel Core i7
Why? Do you like backlit keyboards? Because this Dell Inspiron 15 model has one! In low-light environments where you can’t be poking around on the keyboard, the backlight offers a comfortable and smooth working experience. Dell also vastly outweighs the HP Elitebook model in RAM, screen resolution, higher pixel density, and increased internal storage. The Dell laptop is also lighter and offers a very affordable price tag.
8. HP Chromebook 11 11.6″ Samsung Exynos 5250
Why? If you own this HP Chromebook, you know your computer has seen better days. Retire the old faithful machine by recycling it properly and get a faster new laptop with Dell’s XPS 13 line. The one we have chosen as the best alternative has all the key features you would expect in a new laptop. It has better memory, performance, storage, battery life, pixel density, higher resolution, and more. Though you may have to exceed the $1,000 price tier, it’s time to get a nice new laptop.
9. HP ZBook 14 G2 14″ Intel Core i5
Why? The AMZ Ryzen processor gives this Lenovo ThinkBook 16 its supreme power. It has 16 CPU threads compared to only four on the HP ZBook Firefly 14, which is understandable as HP released this model way back in the day. The Lenovo laptop also has great storage and design capabilities, too, giving you a great personal laptop to work on and carry around.
10. HP EliteBook Folio 1040 G2 14″ Intel Core i7
Why? You might want to avoid switching brands if you are a loyal HP fan or have become comfortable working with HP machines. In that case, the HP Pavillion series is a great alternative to all older models. In this specific case, the HP EliteBook Folio 1040 does not match the greater RAM and storage capabilities that the HP Pavilion Plus model has brought. You get a better screen resolution too, plus a larger screen size and a longer battery life, all under the $1,000 price tag.
11. HP Chromebook x360 13b-ca0003sa MediaTek
Why? Do you know how much more memory you get with this HP swap? 28GB more RAM and 1024GB more storage. Whether you are looking for more CPU power or a larger storage drive, the HP ProBook G10 gives you the best deal on both counts and more. Plus, it has a fingerprint scanner for added security and a backlit keyboard, which we always think is a great improvement on the old HP Chromebook x360.
12. HP ProBook 640 G1 14″ Intel Core i5
Why? Whether you are using design, display, performance, or battery power as your benchmarks, the Asus ZenBook Pro outperforms and outguns the antiquated HP ProBook 640 G1 by a long mile. Not only does it have superior features and smoother performance, but it is also a lightweight machine and offers great portability as your new work or school laptop.
13. HP ZBook 15 G3 15.6″ Intel Xeon E3
Why? HP Omen may be the one of most expensive laptop models on this list, but that’s not without reason. Its RAM speed is almost double the one by the HP ZBook 15 and more than twice its CPU speed. So, if you are looking for performance and power, this could be the model that answers all your prayers.
14. HP ProBook 430 G1 13.3″ Intel Core i5
Why? Users looking for a crisp, high-resolution display may find home with this Dell Inspiron laptop. It has a bigger screen size ensuring you enjoy the content on screen with all its power compared to the old HP ProBook 430. It also has better resolution and a more dense pixel count, giving you a sharper image and video quality. But does it come at the cost of performance? No, my good folks. Dell Inspiron 14 offers 3200 MHz of RAM speed and 1024GB of internal storage, giving you all the power you could ask from a laptop.
15. HP EliteBook x360 1030 G2 13.3″ Intel Core i5
Why? So, your HP EliteBook x360 may be a nice model but it has worked long enough. Put it to rest by selling it for cash and buying a decent XPS 15 by Dell. While both laptops are close enough in terms of design, features, and display, Dell truly shows its power in performance. It has a higher RAM speed, more internal storage, a faster CPU, and increased power in times to crunch, thanks to its GPU turbo feature.
Put up your used HP laptop for sale
Now is the best time to sell any old laptops you have lying around. As manufacturers line up to release new models and series in a couple of months, you’ll get the best prices for the old ones now. Come release dates, when the new laptops are released, you’ll have enough money in the till to splurge on a new laptop.
At Cash for Used Laptops, we offer a fair price guarantee and a transparent price calculator to help you decide. Give it a try and experience a seamless sales experience.
