HP Compaq CQ43-405AU Laptop (APU Dual Core/ 2GB/ 320GB/ Win7 HB)  (13.86 inch, Matte Black, 2.2 kg)

The Compaq series from HP comes up with another ideal budget laptop for your daily computing requirements. HP includes a wide variety of features in the new CQ43-405AU laptop to meet both your personal and business demands with great efficiency. Loaded with an efficient AMD Dual Core processor, the laptop works on a Windows 7 Home Basic platform that offers you an easy-to-use, interactive interface.

Style and Portability

Like all other Compaq series notebooks, this laptop too comes with a crisp, ergonomic design to give you plenty of style and comfort. The exteriors look neat and attractive with a stunning finish that adds to the aesthetic appeal of this trendy gadget. Despite its plastic build, the laptop boasts of incredible strength and durability as it comes with a sturdy main chassis that is capable of withstanding the stress and rigors of constant use. However, the portability of this trendy gadget is its high point as it weighs a mere 2.2 Kg. You can slip the slim device into the tiniest of backpacks with great ease, thanks to its sleek 342 x 231 x 35.5 mm dimensions.

Cast in a thin bezel, the compact 14 inch screen of the Compaq series laptop treats your eyes to sharp, beautiful images at a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels. You can also enjoy great angles while viewing movies or videos on the Bright View LED Backlit display. The interior panel comes with neatly positioned components to provide you with extreme comfort while working. You can type with great speed and accuracy using the Full Size Notebook keyboard which comes with flat-topped, well-spaced keys. The spacious touchpad comes with an On/Off button and also supports multi-touch gestures to help you navigate through web pages with great ease and speed.

Performance

This notebook from HP gives you great performance as it features a brilliant processor configuration. The AMD Dual Core E300 processor is highly efficient and comes built on an AMD A50M FCH chipset. Built with a 1 MB L2 cache, the laptop proves to be adequate for basic tasks such as web surfing, document viewing and more. The processor has a clock speed of 1.3 GHz to help ensure that the laptop delivers consistent processing speeds.

The 2 GB DDR3 memory of the HP Compaq CQ43-405AU notebook is expandable up to 8 GB depending upon the complexity of the tasks involved. There are two memory slots which allow you to upgrade the system memory if and when necessary. A SATA 320 GB HDD that has an RPM of 5400 takes care of all your storage needs and provides you with plenty of space to help you secure all your valuable data. Gamers and entertainment enthusiasts also have enough reasons to cheer about, courtesy of the AMD Radeon HD 6310 graphics processor that this notebook comes equipped with. The video card offers stunning display capabilities and high-end gaming support.

Multimedia and Connectivity

This laptop includes a nice combination of multimedia features to keep you entertained even when you are on the move. The powerful Altec Lansing speakers give you a memorable experience with its rich sound quality. You can stay connected with friends and dear ones at all times through video chatting using the integrated 0.3 megapixel web camera and Digital microphone featured here.

You can connect to other external devices using the various ports and slots that come along with the device. These include three USB 2.0 ports, a Mic in, a VGA port and a multi card slot. The SuperMulti DVD R/RW optical drive with Double Layer Support boasts of the advantage of being able to support double layer discs. Internet connectivity is surprisingly instant and hassle-free, thanks largely to the 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet LAN and Wireless LAN of this smart notebook. The Bluetooth feature facilitates unlimited data transfer to other compatible devices.

Battery and Other Features

You can travel without fear as the notebook is equipped with an efficient 6 cell Lithium-ion battery which allows you to spend long hours on your computer without access to a power outlet. The battery is capable of a total backup of up to 3 hours when fully charged. This Compaq notebook is a perfect choice for those in search of a well-priced budget laptop that comes with sufficient features to meet your daily computing needs.