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HP computers

MsMN — Sat, 15 Apr 2017 03:33:59 GMT

Can someone answer this question? On HSN Item numbers 513-747 has 59 reviews with 5 stars, item 541-212 has 54 reviews with 3 stars. The specs look the same except 541-212 was the newsest one they just had a few weeks ago as a todays special. What is the difference between these 2 laptops ? Thanks for the info.

Re: HP computers

Nuttmeg — Sat, 15 Apr 2017 08:48:53 GMT

@MsMN wrote:
Can someone answer this question? On HSN Item numbers 513-747 has 59 reviews with 5 stars, item 541-212 has 54 reviews with 3 stars. The specs look the same except 541-212 was the newsest one they just had a few weeks ago as a todays special. What is the difference between these 2 laptops ? Thanks for the info.

I looked at these two products. You will find nicer quality hardware at HP. HP sells the HP Envy laptop 17t. You can ask the CS any questions.

Re: HP computers

Cats3000 — Sat, 15 Apr 2017 10:24:42 GMT

We wouldn't purchase any computer or other electronic equipment from any TV Shopping Channel. We go to the source and buy there.

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gardenman — Sat, 15 Apr 2017 10:57:39 GMT

@MsMN wrote:
Can someone answer this question? On HSN Item numbers 513-747 has 59 reviews with 5 stars, item 541-212 has 54 reviews with 3 stars. The specs look the same except 541-212 was the newsest one they just had a few weeks ago as a todays special. What is the difference between these 2 laptops ? Thanks for the info.

One has a dual core Intel I-3 processor (I-3 7100u) while the other one has a quad core Pentium (n3710). The website cpubenchmark.net gives the I-3 CPU a score of 3850 and the Pentium a score of 1874. What does that mean for you? It could mean absolutely nothing if you never push your computer hard and only use it for web surfing and similar tasks. The Pentium will be slower but that's not necessarily a deal breaker.

I'll be rebuilding my desktop in the next month or so and I'll be installing the AMD FX 6300 which has a benchmark of 6370 and is currently sixth rated in terms of value vs performance. It's currently retailing for $81 and gives you six cores at 3.5 GHz. That CPU ranks at 406 on their overall chart, but it's the best compromise between value and performance for my needs. The I-3 7100U ranks 763 on their overall chart and the Pentium N3710 ranks 1379 on their overall chart. The I-3 is the better processor of the two in terms of performance, but depending on what you use your computer for, you may never see a real world difference.

By the way, their top rated CPU is an Intel Xeon CPU with a benchmark of over 25,000 and a price tag of $2700+. When I'm building a computer I look for the best overall value based on price and performance, and right now that's the AMD 6300 for me. Some people value overall performance the most, but I look for the best overall value balancing price and performance.

Re: HP computers

apple1964 — Sat, 15 Apr 2017 13:47:33 GMT

I would not ever order any electronic from any shopping channel you will get a older model with software you will never need or use. I go to the HP store for the newest electronic and for the information about it.

Re: HP computers - NEVER AGAIN !

GreatGram — Tue, 25 Apr 2017 21:16:04 GMT

I certainly wish I had done that. I purchased 2 laptops - one for my daughter who was writing a book - the other for me.

WORST PURCHASE I EVER MADE - HP LAPTOP. Neither one of us enjoy using our computers.

It freezes, hangs, lags, doesn't recognize a movie on DVD. SIMPLY AWFUL !!

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tbsc — Sat, 22 Jul 2017 19:11:15 GMT

I bought one too and it is a piece of junk! $699 and Of course I am stuck with it NEVER AGAIN> BEST BUY will be where I go!

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tbsc — Sat, 22 Jul 2017 19:12:10 GMT

I wish I ever bought this piece of junk!

Re: HP computers - NEVER AGAIN !

Tinkrbl44 — Sat, 22 Jul 2017 20:46:21 GMT

@GreatGram wrote:
I certainly wish I had done that. I purchased 2 laptops - one for my daughter who was writing a book - the other for me.

WORST PURCHASE I EVER MADE - HP LAPTOP. Neither one of us enjoy using our computers.
It freezes, hangs, lags, doesn't recognize a movie on DVD. SIMPLY AWFUL !!

@GreatGram

You don't say how long ago this was but why not go to the HP website, email or talk to their CS and tell them you seem to have gotten a "lemon".

Re: HP computers

Cats3000 — Sat, 22 Jul 2017 22:52:29 GMT

I would not recommend purchasing any computer from any home shopping channel. You don't know whether the item is the latest from the manufacturer. Go to the manufacturer's website, look at what they offer, and make your choice there.

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apple1964 — Sun, 23 Jul 2017 13:41:50 GMT

@Tbsc wrote:
I wish I ever bought this piece of junk!

I am sorry you are going though this. Have you tried to contact HSN or HP and tell them you bought these computers and they are not working correctly? Do you have a warranty? Every computer that I have brought has at least a warranty for a few months. Worth a try .. right? Good luck to you and your daughter.

Re: HP computers - NEVER AGAIN !

apple1964 — Sun, 23 Jul 2017 13:40:48 GMT

@Tbsc wrote:
I bought one too and it is a piece of junk! $699 and Of course I am stuck with it NEVER AGAIN> BEST BUY will be where I go!

Stuck with it? Do you have a warranty?????

Re: HP computers - NEVER AGAIN !

hckynut — Sun, 23 Jul 2017 18:27:01 GMT

@Tbsc wrote:
I bought one too and it is a piece of junk! $699 and Of course I am stuck with it NEVER AGAIN> BEST BUY will be where I go!

@tbsc

Forget BB and go directly to a manufacturer. Say Lenovo/Dell, or 1 of the other ones website. Buy only what you will use and need for your computing needs. Most people do not need a cruise ship load of software, which makes it seem like such a great deal on the shopping networks.

hckynut(john)

Re: HP computers - NEVER AGAIN !

Tinkrbl44 — Sun, 23 Jul 2017 18:29:28 GMT

@Tbsc wrote:
I bought one too and it is a piece of junk! $699 and Of course I am stuck with it NEVER AGAIN> BEST BUY will be where I go!

@tbsc

So exactly WHY do you think you are stuck with it?

Have you contacted HP and/or HSN? If so, what did they say?

If you haven't taken any action to get the situation corrected, why not?

Re: HP computers

Tinkrbl44 — Mon, 24 Jul 2017 04:41:00 GMT

@Cats3000 wrote:
I would not recommend purchasing any computer from any home shopping channel. You don't know whether the item is the latest from the manufacturer. Go to the manufacturer's website, look at what they offer, and make your choice there.

@Cats3000

I understand your point, but please keep in mind that not everyone actually cares if it's "the latest" model.

Sometimes they want a quality computer at a really good price. Sometimes "the latest" really isn't a consideration.

Re: HP computers

hckynut — Sun, 23 Jul 2017 18:34:34 GMT

@Tbsc wrote:
I wish I ever bought this piece of junk!

@tbsc

We get it, you don't like HP! Will putting up more posts make you feel better? Wondering like others, no warranty/how old is it/what are your problems with it? Many times I have almost "cussed" at my computer, and guess what? It wasn't the computer, it was this idiot using it(me)!

hckynut(john)

Re: HP computers

Tinkrbl44 — Mon, 24 Jul 2017 04:48:17 GMT

@hckynut

LOL !!!

My sister works for a company that purchases used computers from businesses, refurbishes them and then re-sells them to other businesses ... with a good warranty!

She said that they have the occasional "lemon" that ultimately ends up being tossed if it can't be refurbished properly.

With HP computers, a "lemon" shows up about 1 in 800 computers they take in. With Dell computers, it's about 1 in 22 computers!

I wish she had told me this before I purchased my Dell laptop! Grrrr!

Re: HP computers

Lila4Now — Mon, 24 Jul 2017 04:54:29 GMT

Many of the programs shopping networks put on your computer do nothing but slow it down, and take up valuable space. They never are as good of a deal as the shopping networks make them look.

Re: HP computers

charlotteshopper — Tue, 01 Aug 2017 02:25:35 GMT

To all those recommending we purchase on manufacturers website, when they start offering easypay we will.

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Tinkrbl44 — Tue, 01 Aug 2017 06:11:23 GMT

@charlotteshopper wrote:
To all those recommending we purchase on manufacturers website, when they start offering easypay we will.

@charlotteshopper

Good point ..... not to mention they all charge a 15 to 20% restocking fee for returns. QVC refunds every penny if you decide to return the computer. BIG plus, IMO.