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HP 15-bw501ax
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD A9 A9-9410 2,9GHz |
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| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 |
| Hard drive | 2TB HDD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | AMD Radeon 530 2GB GDDR3 |
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Full specifications of HP 15-bw501ax
| Reference / Part Number | 3EZ54PA |
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| Release date | April 2018, 8 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black,Silver |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Country of origin | China |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD A9 |
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| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | A9-9410 |
| Processor frequency | 2,9 GHz |
| Processor generation | 7th Generation AMD A9-Series APUs |
| Processor cores | 2 |
| Processor threads | 2 |
| Processor boost frequency | 3,5 GHz |
| Processor cache | 1 MB |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
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| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 1866 MHz |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 8 GB |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 2 TB |
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| Storage media | HDD |
| Optical drive type | DVD Super Multi |
| Total HDDs capacity | 2 TB |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| HDD capacity | 2 TB |
| HDD interface | SATA |
| HDD speed | 5400 RPM |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
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| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | AMD Radeon 530 |
| On-board graphics card model | AMD Radeon R5 |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 2 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR3 |
| On-board graphics card family | AMD Radeon R5 |
| On-board graphics card base frequency | 800 MHz |
Audio
| Audio system | DTS Studio Sound |
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| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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Network
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
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| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 4.2 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
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| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 0 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| DisplayPorts quantity | 0 |
| DVI port | No |
| VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity | 0 |
| Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports | 0 |
| Thunderbolt ports quantity | 0 |
| Thunderbolt 2 ports quantity | 0 |
| Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity | 0 |
| Headphone outputs | 0 |
| Microphone in | No |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| Docking connector | No |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
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| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Island-style keyboard | Yes |
| Full-size keyboard | Yes |
| Windows keys | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
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| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Brand-specific features
| HP JumpStart | Yes |
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| HP Sure Connect | Yes |
| HP 3D DriveGuard | Yes |
| HP CoolSense | Yes |
| HP speaker type | HP Dual Speakers |
| HP Audio Switch | Yes |
| HP Orbit | Yes |
| HP Recovery Manager | Yes |
| HP Support Assistant | Yes |
| HP Smart AC Adapter | Yes |
| HP front camera | HP TrueVision HD |
| HP segment | Home |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 41 Wh |
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| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery life (max) | 11 h |
| Continuous video playback time | 7,5 h |
| Fast charging | Yes |
| Fast charging time (90%) | 90 min |
Power
| AC adapter power | 65 W |
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| DC-in jack | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
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| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | Power on |
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | EPEAT Silver,ENERGY STAR |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1,86 kg |
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| Width | 380 mm |
| Depth | 253,8 mm |
| Height | 23,8 mm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the HP 15-bw501ax good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated AMD Radeon 530. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the HP 15-bw501ax last?
The manufacturer declares up to 11 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the HP 15-bw501ax like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the HP 15-bw501ax have?
It runs on the AMD A9 A9-9410 processor with the AMD Radeon 530 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the HP 15-bw501ax come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the HP 15-bw501ax have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the HP 15-bw501ax have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the HP 15-bw501ax weigh?
It weighs 1,86 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the HP 15-bw501ax released?
Its release date is April 2018, 8 years ago.