If you are looking for an affordable laptop capable of supporting you in your professional projects, the HP 14s-dq2042nf, currently on promotion at Fnac, is undoubtedly the machine for you.
To meet the needs of modern workers, a laptop must have some very specific characteristics. A well-stocked technical sheet, in order to run the usual productivity software, but also an ergonomic design allowing you to support a hard day’s work without flinching. Another important point: his equipment. The presence of a webcam and a full panel of ports is always a significant plus when making your choice.
This profile is the HP 14s-dq2042nf, a laptop cut out for work, and offered by Fnac in a pack that includes everything you need to get off to a good start. Accompanied by a protective cover, a mouse and a one-year subscription to Microsoft 365, it is currently sold for 669.99 euros. A price that can be lowered to 449.99 euros, a discount of 33%, for Fnac members. A subscription whose contribution amounts to only 9.99 euros for one year, by the way.
A laptop calibrated for productivity
If the technical sheet of the HP 14s is not extravagant with its Core i3-1125G4, its integrated Intel UHD Graphics GPU and its 8 GB of RAM, it remains quite suitable for a computer of this type. Word processing, web browsing, light workload, video watching: you should be able to do anything that crosses your mind. With the exception of video games and the processing of very greedy files.
With its 1.8 cm thickness and 1.46 kg, the HP 14s-dq2042nf was designed to be transported and used everywhere. The manufacturer has also equipped it with a battery designed for nomadic use. With an announced autonomy of 9 hours, and the possibility of recovering up to 50% of battery in just 45 minutes, the HP 14s will (almost) never let you down.
For the rest, difficult to criticize the choices made by HP. In addition to a 720p True Vision webcam, this laptop can count on connectors and connectivity provided. Two SuperSpeed USB Type-A ports, one SuperSpeed USB Type-C port and an HDMI 1.4 port complement Bluetooth 4.2 and the Wi-Fi card. To top it all off, Miracast compatibility lets you stream content wirelessly. from your PC to a secondary screen, a TV for example. Perfect for streaming a presentation or even a movie.
A simple work environment focused on efficiency
In order to provide a comfortable user experience, HP has paid particular attention to the hardware and software design of its 14s-nq2042nf.
The manufacturer has thus equipped its laptop with a 14-inch screen with thin borders which has the double advantage of offering a generous and comfortable workspace. Its anti-reflective treatment also reduces visual fatigue caused by long work sessions. Its ergonomic keyboard and wide trackpad multipoint capable of managing gestures (pinching, scrolling, etc.) also contribute to this ease of use.
In order to offer a user experience that combines simplicity, efficiency and security, HP has relied on Windows 11S. This version of the Microsoft OS, which only allows the installation of applications from the Windows Store, makes it possible to minimize the risks caused by third-party applications while taking advantage of the functionalities of Windows 11.
Last significant advantage in favor of this PC: the presence of a 1-year subscription to Microsoft Office 365 services in the pack that accompanies it. What to enjoy for a year of one of the best software suites dedicated to productivity, which includes Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. To top it all off, this subscription also gives you access to 1 TB of online storage space to house your files, and thus complete the 256 GB of storage installed on the HP-14s.
The HP 14s from 449.99 euros for Fnac members
The HP 14s-dq2042nf ultra-portable PC is currently offered by Fnac in a pack that allows it to express its full potential. The e-merchant has indeed decided to accompany this computer with a reversible protective cover, a black HP 220 mouse and above all, a one-year subscription to Microsoft 365 Personal. A nice offer which benefits from a fairly attractive price, since the set is offered at 669.99 euros.
Where things get interesting is that it is possible to drastically lower the bill (220 euros to be precise) provided you are a member of the Fnac+ program. The opportunity to get this well-stocked bundle at 449.99 euros, provided you decide before June 18, when this offer expires.
If you are not yet a Fnac member and this offer catches your eye, nothing complicated. The e-merchant currently offers its subscription at a very low price, since you can access Fnac + services for 9.99 euros the first year, without obligation.