Target has
HP 15-DY2035TG Laptop (Silver) on sale for
$339.99 (or $322.99 with Target RedCard).
Shipping is free or select free store pickup where available.
Thanks to community member
GaryReno for finding this deal.
Note, availability for store pickup may vary by location.
About this product:- An excellent entry-level option to consider for most common / basic home computing tasks and needs.
- 15.6" 1920 x 1080 Full HD 250-nits IPS display (non-touchscreen)
- Intel Core i3-1125G4 Quad-Core (8 Thread) Processor
- 8GB (1x 8GB) 2666 MHz DDR4 RAM
- 256GB PCIe NVMe M.2 Internal Solid State Drive
- 802.11ac (2x2) / Bluetooth 5.0
- HP True Vision 720p HD Web Camera
- Stereo Speakers
- 3-Cell 41 Wh Lithium-Ion Battery
- Windows Home 10 64-Bit (S Mode)
- Eligible for a FREE upgrade to Windows 11 when available
- Weight: 3.75 lbs.
- Ports
- 1x USB Type C
- 2x USB Type A
- 1x HDMI-Out v1.4b
- SD media card reader
- Mic / Headphone Combo Jack
Top Comments
I just picked one.
Latest tests:
Just using the HDMI output I was able to get 120Hz out from this laptop, while the BestBuy only does 60Hz.
This laptop has HDMI 2, whereas BestBuy only has HDMI 1.4
This is my opinion is also a big plus in Target laptop's favor :-)
Both USB type A connections are FAST type, whereas for BestBuy one is FAST, the other is slow.
It's a great laptop. Relatively decent specs, 8gb RAM, backlit KB (3 levels) 15 inch screen (decent size for many users), well lit, numpad keys, fingerprint reader, relatively light weight, to name a few.
I researched a lot … looked at options from Costco, WM, BestBuy, bought those and returned those, but this, in my opinion is the 'best'.
It gets charged pretty fast - from 5% charge to 85% in around 40-45mins
No running fan speed.
Fast WiFi (this is a big surprise for me) - I got approx 450mbps download speed on a 1 Gbps ATT fiber. For comparison I compared it with the i5 BestBuy Lenovo Laptop. The Lenovo gave me only 300-325mbps speeds.
Connected directly using LAN adaptor and got 922.39 Download and 899.58 Upload speeds from both USB slots, whereas BestBuy gave FAST internet speed ONLY in one USB slot :-)
Compared this and BestBuy laptops:
For this laptop:
CPUScore : 8.9
D3DScore : 9.9
DiskScore : 8.2
GraphicsScore : 8
MemoryScore : 8.9
TimeTaken : MostRecentAssessment
WinSATAssessmentState : 1
WinSPRLevel : 8
PSComputerName :
For BestBuy Lenovo laptop:
CPUScore : 9
D3DScore : 9.9
DiskScore : 9.05
GraphicsScore : 8
MemoryScore : 9
TimeTaken : MostRecentAssessment
WinSATAssessmentState : 1
WinSPRLevel : 8
PSComputerName :
The BestBuy laptop is a bit higher only on DiskScore but then the former is waay more expensive as well!
Also I was not able to install WSL/Ubuntu on BestBuy but on Target, installation of WSL/Ubuntu was a charm :-)
Next I will try to install Win 11 and PopOs (Linux). Will update.
Would highly recommend this. I am happy to recommend this - out of my research and experience.
This quad core CPU i-series CPU (vs. an Atom-based quad core like those you see in Chromebooks) should ensure that this system remains relevant and provides good performance for value for years to come. Typically the right price for this kind of PC would be in the $400-500 space, so the price here represents a good value. In fact, one of the jokes in the thread above was how many users might disregard a PC with this CPU as "just another i3, move on!"
Good luck!
Jon
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this is what I have.
System type
Inspiron 5579
RAM
8 GB
You won't get that much improvement from this and the Inspiron is probably built better. This is all assuming this is your Inspiron: https://www.amazon.com/Dell-1920x...B07BKTM
Is it 30 days or 30 days past Christmas?
It'll be interested on how well this runs on linux. I've read some conflicting experiences with the Realtek RTL8822CE wireless card. It appears to be supported on Pop OS 20.04, but other people reported difficulty. Someone suggested for debian based distros to use the full Realtek firmware.
This laptop may have the same or similar screen as the WM BF $379 special from last year, which is a decent screen to me. I use mine as a desktop replacement with a 27" 4K monitor in dual monitor mode. I upgraded mine to 16GB, updated to Win 11 and has worked pretty much flawlessly. I just use for websurfing, email, some office suite, Zoom for work, no gaming.
I've had 2 HP laptops and 1 Compaq, none of which have failed after 12+ years.
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This quad core CPU i-series CPU (vs. an Atom-based quad core like those you see in Chromebooks) should ensure that this system remains relevant and provides good performance for value for years to come. Typically the right price for this kind of PC would be in the $400-500 space, so the price here represents a good value. In fact, one of the jokes in the thread above was how many users might disregard a PC with this CPU as "just another i3, move on!"
Good luck!
Jon
It'll be interested on how well this runs on linux. I've read some conflicting experiences with the Realtek RTL8822CE wireless card. It appears to be supported on Pop OS 20.04, but other people reported difficulty. Someone suggested for debian based distros to use the full Realtek firmware.
This laptop may have the same or similar screen as the WM BF $379 special from last year, which is a decent screen to me. I use mine as a desktop replacement with a 27" 4K monitor in dual monitor mode. I upgraded mine to 16GB, updated to Win 11 and has worked pretty much flawlessly. I just use for websurfing, email, some office suite, Zoom for work, no gaming.
I've had 2 HP laptops and 1 Compaq, none of which have failed after 12+ years.
and the link in the ad will take you to the (non-BF price) product page at: https://www.walmart.com/ip/HP-15-.../416132914
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You won't get that much improvement from this and the Inspiron is probably built better. This is all assuming this is your Inspiron: https://www.amazon.com/Dell-1920x...B07BKTM
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