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HP EliteBook 800 series G10 Intel Core i5-U or i7-U 2 P cores + 8 E cores No AI Boost No LP cores Intel iRIS Xe graphics | HP EliteBook 800 series G11 Intel Core Ultra 5-U or Ultra 7-U 2 P cores + 8 E cores 2x Intel AI Boost NPU cores 2x LP cores Intel Graphics (4x Xe cores) |
HP EliteBook 840 and 860 G10 performance options Intel Core i5-P or i7-P 12 core, or i7-P-1370P 14 core 4 P cores + 8 E cores, or 6 P + 8 E cores No AI Boost No LP cores Intel iRIS Xe graphics | HP EliteBook 840 and 860 G11 performance options Intel Core Ultra 5-H 12 core, or Ultra 7-H 14 core 4 P cores + 8 E cores, or 6 P + 8 E cores 2x Intel AI Boost NPU cores 2x LP cores Intel ARC 7x Xe or Intel ARC 8x Xe graphics |
Displays
Sure View reflect screen options
These are a switchable privacy filter option carried over from the EliteBook 800 G10.
When turned off, Sure View reflect displays are visible from all angles, looking similar to a standard display. Hitting the dedicated screen shutter key switches the screen to a narrow viewing angle - the user will see screen content when viewed head-on. Screen contents will be hidden from anyone off-centre and appear to be more mirror-like (as above). All Sure View options run at 1920 x 1200 resolution and may be available with touch screen or BrightView glossy options depending on model.
BrightView or Anti-glare
This is HP's gloss display option, providing deeper blacks for higher contrast. Many teams opt for the matte Anti-glare alternative option to reduce reflections in office lighting environments.
These are a switchable privacy filter option carried over from the EliteBook 800 G10.
When turned off, Sure View reflect displays are visible from all angles, looking similar to a standard display. Hitting the dedicated screen shutter key switches the screen to a narrow viewing angle - the user will see screen content when viewed head-on. Screen contents will be hidden from anyone off-centre and appear to be more mirror-like (as above). All Sure View options run at 1920 x 1200 resolution and may be available with touch screen or BrightView glossy options depending on model.
BrightView or Anti-glare
This is HP's gloss display option, providing deeper blacks for higher contrast. Many teams opt for the matte Anti-glare alternative option to reduce reflections in office lighting environments.
100% sRGB vs 45% NTSC
Entry level screens are capable of displaying 45% of the NTSC colour gamut. Creative teams should opt for 100% sRGB options to enable production-ready colour management. As these are measured on different scales, we calculate 100% sRGB to be equal to or greater than 72% of the NTSC gamut (at least 60% more colours than the 45% NTSC entry-level screen). Colour gamut limits are more noticeable for deeper and brighter colours. Dreamcolor and OLED options provide greater colour accuracy again with substantially greater contrast.
DreamColor & OLED
The 840 DreamColor and 860 OLED options are recommended for users creating Full HD content - their higher resolutions enable unzoomed content to be edited in software including Photoshop and Powerpoint while displaying application toolbars. These options are equivalent to those available on G10 models, providing a high quality alternative to full-workstations for content creators. OLED screens effectively provide unlimited contrast given the display's pixels emit light directly instead of shuttering a backlight, and provide the greatest colour performance currently available on a laptop. Dark themes for applications including Outlook, Photoshop & Windows 11 can help decrease battery drain for OLED displays.
Entry level screens are capable of displaying 45% of the NTSC colour gamut. Creative teams should opt for 100% sRGB options to enable production-ready colour management. As these are measured on different scales, we calculate 100% sRGB to be equal to or greater than 72% of the NTSC gamut (at least 60% more colours than the 45% NTSC entry-level screen). Colour gamut limits are more noticeable for deeper and brighter colours. Dreamcolor and OLED options provide greater colour accuracy again with substantially greater contrast.
DreamColor & OLED
The 840 DreamColor and 860 OLED options are recommended for users creating Full HD content - their higher resolutions enable unzoomed content to be edited in software including Photoshop and Powerpoint while displaying application toolbars. These options are equivalent to those available on G10 models, providing a high quality alternative to full-workstations for content creators. OLED screens effectively provide unlimited contrast given the display's pixels emit light directly instead of shuttering a backlight, and provide the greatest colour performance currently available on a laptop. Dark themes for applications including Outlook, Photoshop & Windows 11 can help decrease battery drain for OLED displays.
Security
HP has upgraded its Endpoint Security Controller chip with a claim of providing protection from quantum computer hacks. HP is now offering an expanded suite of security tools under the Wolf brand. Depending on model this can include remote wipe, device tracking, threat detection, and reporting tools.
Our recommended specs
Standard workplace users
HP Elite x360 830 G11 13.3" laptop-to-tablet
| HP EliteBook 830 G11 13.3" Enterprise laptop
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HP EliteBook 840 G11 14" Enterprise laptop
| HP EliteBook 860 G11 16" Enterprise laptop
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Our recommended specs
Power users
HP EliteBook 840 G11 14" laptop Power user configuration - developers, content creators and data analysts (sub-workstation power users needing portability) Processor: Intel Core Ultra 5-H 4-P core or 7-H 6-P core (Includes Intel Arc graphics. Power application users and 2.8K screen users should consider 7-H) Display: WQUXGA IPS Anti-glare 500 nits non-touch (suitable for Full HD content creation and data science applications, creative app user interfaces) 32 or 64GB dual channel memory, 1TB NVMe M.2 storage (consider 2TB storage for video and large data-set users) | HP EliteBook 860 G11 16" laptop Power user configuration - developers, content creators and data analysts (sub-workstation power users needing desktop alternatives) Processor: Intel Core Ultra 7-H 6-P core (Includes highest Intel Arc graphics for recommended display option) Display: 2.8K 2880 x 1800 OLED BrightView 400 nits non-touch (for high resolution content creation, large data set visualisation and power application user-interfaces) 64GB dual channel memory, 2TB NVMe M.2 storage (consider 2TB storage for video and large data-set users) |
Our recommended spec
Higher security users
- Physical protection: HP SureView switchable privacy screen and associated Privacy Keyboard recommended.
- Windows Hello IR webcam, NFC and Windows Hello fingerprint biometrics supported.
- HP Tamper Lock activation recommended.
- Connectivity: 4G LTE or 5G mobile data for off-site connectivity without touching external networks.
- Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi 6e are standard features.
- Storage: Self Encrypted OPAL 2 SSD storage recommended. USB storage support can be disabled.
We can work with your security team for an appropriate custom configuration and control of features including tamper lock, Tile device tracking, wireless connectivity and external storage device support.
Find out more
Speak to your Account Manager, or click the Enquire button to find out more, get pricing, or discuss the most appropriate deployment for your team. Product Stewardship, volume pricing and user migration services available for fleet users.
How to:
Access HP Fleet Prices
We’ve all been there – your manager tells you we need pricing to replace the team’s laptops – and the previous IT buyer has just left. Here’s where to start.
Outline your needs
- How many devices need replacing?
- Are the users general admin types, or specialists?
- Are there any problems with current devices, or things that the team wants to be able to do but can't with their current ones?
- Does your IT security team have any requirements?
- Do you have a budget to work with?
With The Laptop Company you can work with one of our Account Managers to help identify these, and which devices will suit. Fleet buyers should be choosing corporate class devices like the HP Elite or Dragonfly ranges, not gaming or student laptops. The goal is to get devices designed to be durable enough for all-day work for at least 3 years.
1. Are you buying for a public or a private sector company?
If you work in government, you can probably access AoG pricing. If you work for a private company, you may also be able to access HP corporate fleet pricing. In general, the more devices you need, the better the price you can access.
Track One | You work in the public sector
Are you employed in the Public Sector, such as a government agency, state-owned entity, local council, university, public hospital, or state school?
Track One | You work in the public sector
Are you employed in the Public Sector, such as a government agency, state-owned entity, local council, university, public hospital, or state school?
- If yes, your organisation may qualify for special government pricing through the AoG (All of Government) IT Hardware Contract. Contact us to find out if your employer is participating in AoG. We may invite you to nominate The Laptop Company as your Third-Party Agent – this allows you to access HP prices through us.
- If you’re part of the public sector but not currently part of AoG, your team may be able to join. Go to procurement.govt.nz/contracts/it-hardware/ find out how to join.
- Some agencies aren’t required to participate in AoG. If your employer has opted out, then contact us directly to access HP volume pricing.
Track Two | You work in the private sector
Is your company located in New Zealand or Australia (we do not supply IT companies who want to resell devices or export devices overseas).
Is your company located in New Zealand or Australia (we do not supply IT companies who want to resell devices or export devices overseas).
- If you work for a private or publicly listed company, contact us directly to request a quote. Your company may already have an account with us.
- If you work for a multinational company, check with your IT or procurement support team in case you need to buy under their global supply contracts.
Information you need to provide for accessing government or business pricing
You will need to provide the following so we can verify your identity and eligibility to get fleet pricing, including:
You will need to provide the following so we can verify your identity and eligibility to get fleet pricing, including:
- Your company's or agency's trading name
- Your name and role
- Contact information
- Workforce size
- Number of devices you need pricing for
- General requirements for those devices, including services and support.
What happens next?
- You will be assigned a dedicated Account Manager – at The Laptop Company, you can contact them for anything you need, including support and advice.
- If your employer doesn’t already have one, your Account Manager will establish a credit account for your employer, verify your purchasing authorisation, and create a quote for the requested devices based on your requirements. This pricing is confidential.
- If you need to make a variation on the quote, or different options, contact your account manager. They will also let you know the estimated delivery date for each model.
How do you place an order?
If the quoted price meets your team’s requirements, then it’s time to order. Your organisation might have procurement policies and rules in place, and managerial sign-off requirements. Check with your manager:
If the quoted price meets your team’s requirements, then it’s time to order. Your organisation might have procurement policies and rules in place, and managerial sign-off requirements. Check with your manager:
- If you do not have a procurement policy in place, then check with your finance, IT, or procurement manager about your employers’ approval process.
- The quote can then be used to create a purchase order. Depending on your team, this may be performed by finance, procurement, the IT team, through your Procurement System or ERP.
- Your Account Manager will guide you through the payment and delivery process, service provision, and ongoing support.
2. What can you access when you're ordering fleets from The Laptop Company?
You may have procurement, security, and sustainability policies in place. You may also need help migrating users, managing devices, and recycling old devices. Working with The Laptop Company, you can access services including:
- Windows 11 software upgrades
- AoG Broader Outcomes reporting
- HP Amplify Impact Partner sustainability consulting and reporting
- Repair services and device compatibility testing
- Hardware customisation and workstation builds
- End-user device and operating system management and user-experience enhancement
- Device salvage and accidental damage repairs
- Staged deployments, budget, and asset lifecycle management
- Recycling and packaging collection
3. Ongoing support
- Your Account Manager at The Laptop Company is your primary contact. They can provide guidance on how to manage your computer fleet, software, and your end-users. They can also provide advice about devices that are due for replacement or have expiring warranties, and the recommended replacement for these.
- For larger fleets (150+ users), you can opt for an entirely managed fleet solution covering the full lifecycle of all devices, their replacement schedules, support, and software management as part of the Modern Fleet Management service.
- For HP Elite devices, HP offers both on-site repair capability at your workplace, as well as return to base repairs at The Laptop Company’s four service centres in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin. The latter is particularly popular with teams that do not want to undergo fault diagnosis reporting.
HP product section
Fit for purpose
In general, business and government users should opt for the HP Elite or Dragonfly range of devices. These are designed for all-business day use for multiple years in corporate environments. If you have specialist power users in engineering, data analysis, content creation, or video then consider the ZBook range. These offer the dependability of managed corporate class devices with the power of gaming laptops.
Here’s an example of typical setups for different user types. Work with our account managers to find out what specific setups are recommended for your teams.
In general, business and government users should opt for the HP Elite or Dragonfly range of devices. These are designed for all-business day use for multiple years in corporate environments. If you have specialist power users in engineering, data analysis, content creation, or video then consider the ZBook range. These offer the dependability of managed corporate class devices with the power of gaming laptops.
Here’s an example of typical setups for different user types. Work with our account managers to find out what specific setups are recommended for your teams.
To learn more, book a meeting with an expert from The Laptop Company today.
New 14th Gen Intel
Processors Are Coming in 2024
During the new year break, Intel unveiled details about their upcoming 14th generation Intel Core processors for laptops. Initial consumer models are now entering the market, with business models slated to follow afterwards.
We expect to see new models for business from major vendors released from after the start of the new financial year through until Christmas.
We expect to see new models for business from major vendors released from after the start of the new financial year through until Christmas.
What’s staying the same:
Processor Architecture: The 14th Gen CPUs maintain the same architecture as their 12th and 13th gen counterparts. This blend of P (Performance) cores and multiple E (Efficiency) cores ensures optimal task allocation. Windows 11’s Thread Director intelligently assigns heavy-duty tasks to P cores while E cores manage background processes. Each set of four E cores performs comparably to a single P core. More P cores mean greater multi-threaded application performance, and also higher peak energy consumption.
What's new:
1. New name
Intel has created a new brand for tablet and laptop processors - Intel Core Ultra. This replaces Intel Core i brand for non-workstation laptops. Here are the new chips versus their equivalent 12th and 13th gen chips:
12th gen |
13th gen |
14th gen |
Type |
Intel Core |
Intel Core |
Intel Core Ultra |
Brand |
i5-12##U i7-12##U |
i5-13##U i5-13##U |
5 1##U 7 1##U |
Ultraportables |
i5-12##P i7-12##P i5-12###H i7-12###H |
i5-13##P i7-13##P i5-13###H i7-13###H |
5 1##H 7 1##H |
High performance |
- The U or H suffix determines which performance tier the CPU belongs to: U processors are lower wattage chips designed for Ultraportable laptops and tablets, H processors are for High performance devices including some mobile workstations.
- The new Intel Core Ultra H series merges and replaces Intel Core i P and the Intel Core i H series. More details about the differences between U and H processor are below.
2. Intel AI Boost feature
- Broadly speaking, there are two key facets to Artificial Intelligence - machine learning (analysing and training) and generative AI (creation of new works). Both can happen on a server, or on your user's device. Typically tasks like AI translation and webcam image enhancement are performed on the device to reduce latency.
- Intel AI Boost is a dedicated on-board low power Neural Processing Unit chip for machine learning and generative AI, it is designed to do AI tasks quicker while using less power than the main CPU cores.
- Useful examples of AI in the workplace include the automatic generation of written documentation, summaries and explanations based on your criteria, video and audio enhancements in meetings, and automatic generation of images based on your instructions. We are already seeing it in products like Co-Pilot Pro and Adobe Photoshop Generative Fill.
- Each of the laptop images in this article has been generated by Copilot Designer.
3. New graphics:
- Business laptops with Intel Core Ultra-U series processors will come with Intel Graphics, which is based on the existing Intel iRIS Xe graphics.
- High performance laptops and mobile workstations with H series processors have been upgraded to Intel ARC graphics – Intel’s competitor to midrange dedicated graphics from NVIDIA and AMD. This provides up to double the graphics performance of U series devices when equipped with dual channel memory.
- The Intel Core Ultra 7 H features the highest performance Intel Arc graphics option.
4. New LP-E cores
- In addition to the P and E cores, and two even lower-power processor cores have been added. These can be utilised by processes that operate during idle and sleep models with less battery drain than P or E cores.
This should reduce the likelihood of devices depleting their batteries during extended sleep periods.
5. Changes to performance line-up
When cross-shopping between Intel Core Ultra U and H devices, H series processors will consistently provide higher performance than U series processors. For example, the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H will provide greater performance than the Intel Core Ultra 7 165U (it will also use more battery life when used to its maximum potential).
Ultra 5 U & 7 U
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Ultra 5 H
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Ultra 7 H
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6. Our procurement advice
Most business users are using Intel Core i U series devices across their current fleets. Some brands currently supply Intel Core i P processors (which offer double the Performance cores) within the same form factor.
For teams buying before the end of this financial year, we recommend opting for 12th and 13th generation processors in order to secure supply. The fundamental application performance of these is broadly equivalent, and both generations offer a substantial performance boost over devices that are now approaching 3 years of age in the field. Current devices with P series processors can provide similar performance to upcoming models now.
For teams buying before the end of this financial year, we recommend opting for 12th and 13th generation processors in order to secure supply. The fundamental application performance of these is broadly equivalent, and both generations offer a substantial performance boost over devices that are now approaching 3 years of age in the field. Current devices with P series processors can provide similar performance to upcoming models now.
For most teams, the upcoming Intel Core Ultra U series will suit the majority of users. Power users in data analytics, software engineering, content creation and engineering will benefit from Intel Core Ultra H. The Intel Arc graphics on this processor can negate the need for entry-level NVIDIA or AMD graphics for some of these users.
Ultra U series:
Mainstream business laptops & tablets.
Intel Core Ultra U chips for tablets and ultraportable laptops:
2x Performance cores + 8x Efficient cores, 4x iRIS Xe graphics cores, 2x AI Boost and 2x LP-e cores.
2x Performance cores + 8x Efficient cores, 4x iRIS Xe graphics cores, 2x AI Boost and 2x LP-e cores.
New Core Ultra versus equivalent 12th & 13th gen:
12th & 13th gen Intel Core |
Intel Core Ultra |
Description |
i5-1235U i5-1335U |
Ultra 5 125U vPro Essentials |
2 P + 8 E cores Intel Graphics 4 core |
i5-1245U i5-1345U |
Ultra 5 135U vPro Enterprise |
2 P + 8 E cores Intel Graphics 4 core |
i7-1255U i7-1355U |
Ultra 7 155U vPro Essentials |
2 P + 8 E cores Intel Graphics 4 core |
i7-1265U i7-1365U |
Ultra 7 165U vPro Enterprise |
2 P + 8 E cores Intel Graphics 4 core |
Intel U series processors have a typical peak usage of 15 watts (average power consumption is lower).
Depending on device, the U series has a maximum turbo boost power consumption of up to 57 watts.
Depending on device, the U series has a maximum turbo boost power consumption of up to 57 watts.
H series:
Higher performance laptops & mobile workstations.
Intel Core Ultra H chips for high performance laptops. These replace the 12th and 13th gen P and H series.
Ultra 5-H 4x Performance cores + 8x Efficient cores, 7x Intel iRIS Xe cores, 2x AI Boost, and 2x LP-e cores.
Ultra 7-H 6x Performance cores + 8x Efficient cores, 8x Intel iRIS Xe cores, 2x AI Boost, and 2x LP-e cores.
Ultra 5-H 4x Performance cores + 8x Efficient cores, 7x Intel iRIS Xe cores, 2x AI Boost, and 2x LP-e cores.
Ultra 7-H 6x Performance cores + 8x Efficient cores, 8x Intel iRIS Xe cores, 2x AI Boost, and 2x LP-e cores.
New Core Ultra versus closest equivalent 13th gen processors:
13th gen |
Core Ultra |
Ultra features |
i5-1340P i5-13500H i7-1360P |
Ultra 5 125H vPro Essentials |
4 P + 8 E cores Intel Arc 7 cores |
i5-1350P i5-13600H i7-1370P |
Ultra 5 135H vPro Enterprise |
4 P + 8 E cores Intel Arc 7 cores |
Intel i7-13700H |
Ultra 7 155H vPro Essentials |
6 P + 8 E cores Intel Arc 8 cores |
i7-13800H |
Ultra 7 165H vPro Enterprise |
6 P + 8 E cores Intel Arc 8 cores |
Ultra H processors have a typical peak usage of 28 watts during sustained use (average is lower).
In business laptops the H series has a maximum turbo boost power consumption of up to 64 watts.
In selected high performance workstation laptops, this may be further boosted to 115 watts on demand.
Higher maximum turbo boost means reduced application lag for power users of specialist software.
In business laptops the H series has a maximum turbo boost power consumption of up to 64 watts.
In selected high performance workstation laptops, this may be further boosted to 115 watts on demand.
Higher maximum turbo boost means reduced application lag for power users of specialist software.
What about extra-heavy duty users?
Very heavy duty power users can step up beyond the Ultra series to the 14th gen Intel Core i-HX series. VR, motion picture and 3D workers should pair HX processors with a suitable workstation-class NVIDIA or AMD graphics controller.
Intel vPro Essentials or Enterprise?
Intel vPro enables remote management and control of devices within an enterprise, competing with software and cloud based device management. All current Intel Core chips support vPro Essentials, while a premium is charged for vPro Enterprise. If you do not use vPro features or Intel Active Management, then vPro Essentials versions of each processor provide equivalent performance at a slightly lower cost per device.
Full line-up
Find out more
Product briefings and roadmaps are available for your team now.
Use the Get in touch form below, call 0800 527 867, or speak to your account manager at The Laptop Company to find out more about upcoming devices, and pricing and stock for current models.
Use the Get in touch form below, call 0800 527 867, or speak to your account manager at The Laptop Company to find out more about upcoming devices, and pricing and stock for current models.
New service will see hundreds of Surface computers repaired
instead of replaced
In 2020, New Zealand created 80,000t of e-waste – only 1600t (or 2%) of that was recycled. When it comes to computers, the majority of e-waste comes from business.
Because of this, Microsoft has launched a local repair service for its Surface range of laptops and tablets for business. Where previously Surface devices were swapped with replacements (and faulty devices exported for refurbishment), they are now repairable within New Zealand through The Laptop Company – the country’s first Surface Authorised Service Provider.
With 88% of overall CO2-equivalent emissions coming from initial device production and shipping, repairing otherwise-perfect devices is the single largest way to reduce CO2-e and e-waste, rather than chucking and replacing with new.
“We’re thrilled to be able to offer this service to our Microsoft customers in a really great step forward in terms of sustainability,” says The Laptop Company’s CEO, Mark Mayo. “By opting for repairs over replacements, the carbon footprint of broken or faulty devices is drastically reduced, as faulty units are no longer exported for remanufacture. Being able to repair Surface devices here in NZ means things like broken screens and ports will no longer result in people sending otherwise perfect devices to recycling or landfill.”
The Laptop Company will offer the repair service to fleet owners including through their Renew service, which takes broken and out-of-warranty devices, repairs them and reinjects them into fleets to reduce e-waste and unnecessary replacement device purchases.
“We’re pleased to be able to locally employ technicians. Our service centres in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin mean fleet owners can access prompt and reliable repairs and get their users back to business quickly,” says Mayo.
By extending the useful life of broken devices that are otherwise perfect, The Laptop Company is helping deliver Microsoft’s vision for reducing the carbon footprint of New Zealand workplaces.
“Repairability is a huge issue worldwide, and the average New Zealander produces more than 21kg of e-waste each year. We believe everyone should have safe, reliable, and sustainable options to repair devices rather than sending them to landfill, but sending them to repairers offshore also had an environmental impact. This announcement by The Laptop Company means Kiwis can not only cut emissions by having their devices repaired, but have them repaired locally by a trusted partner, which is great news for our planet and for our customers too,” says Menisha Naran, Senior Marketing Lead, Surface Devices for Microsoft Asia.
Because of this, Microsoft has launched a local repair service for its Surface range of laptops and tablets for business. Where previously Surface devices were swapped with replacements (and faulty devices exported for refurbishment), they are now repairable within New Zealand through The Laptop Company – the country’s first Surface Authorised Service Provider.
With 88% of overall CO2-equivalent emissions coming from initial device production and shipping, repairing otherwise-perfect devices is the single largest way to reduce CO2-e and e-waste, rather than chucking and replacing with new.
“We’re thrilled to be able to offer this service to our Microsoft customers in a really great step forward in terms of sustainability,” says The Laptop Company’s CEO, Mark Mayo. “By opting for repairs over replacements, the carbon footprint of broken or faulty devices is drastically reduced, as faulty units are no longer exported for remanufacture. Being able to repair Surface devices here in NZ means things like broken screens and ports will no longer result in people sending otherwise perfect devices to recycling or landfill.”
The Laptop Company will offer the repair service to fleet owners including through their Renew service, which takes broken and out-of-warranty devices, repairs them and reinjects them into fleets to reduce e-waste and unnecessary replacement device purchases.
“We’re pleased to be able to locally employ technicians. Our service centres in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin mean fleet owners can access prompt and reliable repairs and get their users back to business quickly,” says Mayo.
By extending the useful life of broken devices that are otherwise perfect, The Laptop Company is helping deliver Microsoft’s vision for reducing the carbon footprint of New Zealand workplaces.
“Repairability is a huge issue worldwide, and the average New Zealander produces more than 21kg of e-waste each year. We believe everyone should have safe, reliable, and sustainable options to repair devices rather than sending them to landfill, but sending them to repairers offshore also had an environmental impact. This announcement by The Laptop Company means Kiwis can not only cut emissions by having their devices repaired, but have them repaired locally by a trusted partner, which is great news for our planet and for our customers too,” says Menisha Naran, Senior Marketing Lead, Surface Devices for Microsoft Asia.
About The Laptop Company
The Laptop Company is a multi-award-winning New Zealand-owned Microsoft Surface Partner. Based in Wellington but operating nationwide, The Laptop Company is a trusted supplier to corporate fleets and an official supplier of Surface devices to Government agencies through the All of Government IT Hardware Contract. The Surface ASP programme adds to The Laptop Company’s suite of whole-lifecycle Modern Fleet Management services, which includes asset and user-device management through TLC’s industry-leading Intune device management team.
About Microsoft Surface:
Microsoft Surface is a line of innovative, premium-quality computing devices that seamlessly combine cutting-edge technology with versatile design for a diverse range of user needs. Designed for Windows 11 and Microsoft 365, the Surface range provides flagship performance and usability in the Modern Workplace. The new generation of Surface devices is the most repairable to date, reflecting the company's commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction.
The Laptop Company is a multi-award-winning New Zealand-owned Microsoft Surface Partner. Based in Wellington but operating nationwide, The Laptop Company is a trusted supplier to corporate fleets and an official supplier of Surface devices to Government agencies through the All of Government IT Hardware Contract. The Surface ASP programme adds to The Laptop Company’s suite of whole-lifecycle Modern Fleet Management services, which includes asset and user-device management through TLC’s industry-leading Intune device management team.
About Microsoft Surface:
Microsoft Surface is a line of innovative, premium-quality computing devices that seamlessly combine cutting-edge technology with versatile design for a diverse range of user needs. Designed for Windows 11 and Microsoft 365, the Surface range provides flagship performance and usability in the Modern Workplace. The new generation of Surface devices is the most repairable to date, reflecting the company's commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction.
How to:
Use HP's inbuilt security for IT cost savings.
As the modern workforce undergoes a major shift, with 60% of employees now working from home and a staggering 78% embracing this flexible model, the need for robust security measures has become paramount.
But is your current security strategy costing you more than it should? Explore how you can safeguard your data while optimising your budget with HP inbuilt security features and The Laptop Company.
But is your current security strategy costing you more than it should? Explore how you can safeguard your data while optimising your budget with HP inbuilt security features and The Laptop Company.
Do you need to pay for
additional security services?
We recognise many high-security teams have very specific security requirements and third-party solutions. For other teams, you may find the native security features included with HP Elite, Dragonfly and ZBook devices can save you money otherwise spent on third-party software suites.
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Get the most out of HP devices with The Laptop Company
ProcurementThrough our HP partnership, we equip your workforce with cost-effective, purpose-fit technology, including devices, infrastructure, services, and software. We provide comprehensive outsourcing solutions tailored to your needs. Browse our range of HP devices here. |
Managed ServicesWith HP TechPulse, we offer instant, remote support for your fleet. In case of a lost, stolen, or compromised device, we can swiftly initiate a remote wipe. See our full fleet of management services here. |
RecoverMaxWhen devices reach end-of-life, our RecoverMax solution, combined with HP's best-of-breed approach, ensures responsible disposal and recycling while guaranteeing data security. Learn more here. |
You can add more comprehensive security with HP
HP also offer a suite of security management tools that work natively with the security software installed with their devices. Choosing HP's security management services over third-party alternatives is a strategic investment that enhances your in-built device security. With HP, you gain:
- Risk Management: HP's services provide end-to-end security solutions that help you control security at every level; effectively managing, detecting, and recovering from threats specifically tailored for your HP devices.
- IT Operational Efficiency: Investing in HP enhances operational efficiency by ensuring data integrity and operational continuity, resulting in cost savings overall. Equip your team to manage and optimise security features, creating a more efficient security ecosystem.
- User Productivity: HP's services empower your team to proactively manage security features within the user-friendly HP ecosystem, strengthening security and streamlining operations, thus boosting user productivity.
HP vs. the competition
As part of their chip-to-user security ecosystem, choosing the same hardware and security vendor can pay dividends, especially when considering device-level threats.
- Tailored for your hardware: HP's in-built security features are not one-size-fits-all; they are crafted to seamlessly complement HP devices, ensuring optimal performance and protection
- Cost Efficiency: With HP, you can receive an entire suite of security features at no extra cost. This can save you from investing in separate, third-party security solutions, while The Laptop Company's support ensures that your entire fleet is efficiently managed.
- Seamless Integration: If you're already investing in HP hardware, incorporating The Laptop Company's Modern Fleet Management services allows your to manage your entire device fleet cohesively. This integrated approach provides a centralised method for managing endpoint and device security across your organisation. Benefit from a single vendor for devices and security, as the product was purpose-built by HP, with security features tailored to this device.
Comprehensive support with
The Laptop Company

In addition to HP's exceptional inbuilt security features, The Laptop Company (TLC) provides a complete Modern Fleet Management service. Our solution covers every aspect of your IT fleet, from pre-procurement to the entire device lifecycle, offering a 360-degree solution for IT fleet owners.
Our approach centres on the user experience, the devices themselves, and the overall management of your fleet. By entrusting your fleet to us, you can shift your focus to the broader strategic initiatives that matter most to your organisation. We work with teams across the country, including those that have specific high-security compliance requirements.
Our approach centres on the user experience, the devices themselves, and the overall management of your fleet. By entrusting your fleet to us, you can shift your focus to the broader strategic initiatives that matter most to your organisation. We work with teams across the country, including those that have specific high-security compliance requirements.
Choose HP and The Laptop Company for powerful, cost-effective security.
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Mastering the art of:
hybrid workforce management
with HP & The Laptop Company.
With the majority of workplaces instituting at least some level of hybrid work – from home, office and abroad, it’s time to take control of the typical failure points. Recent research shows around 60% of staff can work from home, and about 78% take advantage of that, which means there’s a lot to manage.
Despite productivity boosts, Hybrid fleets can be challenging to secure, support, and to ensure appropriate allocation of devices and resources, especially for permanently remote teams. The Laptop Company has been helping a large number of corporate and government teams deploy and manage HP fleets. This includes making use of the services that come with HP EliteBooks powered by Intel® Core™ processors. We’ve also been helping cut the cost of supporting and managing these fleets.
Despite productivity boosts, Hybrid fleets can be challenging to secure, support, and to ensure appropriate allocation of devices and resources, especially for permanently remote teams. The Laptop Company has been helping a large number of corporate and government teams deploy and manage HP fleets. This includes making use of the services that come with HP EliteBooks powered by Intel® Core™ processors. We’ve also been helping cut the cost of supporting and managing these fleets.
Threats against endpoint devices are increasing. Rapidly.
Inside your network, a robust enterprise security solution is the best way to protect your business. Outside the office however, device-level security becomes increasingly relevant for end-users.
HP has been investing heavily in this area. Despite this, we notice a number of clients do away with device-bundled security in favour of their paid enterprise solutions. There can be a place for both.
Research from the Ponemon Institute shows that 68 per cent of IT professionals have seen an increase in the frequency of attacks targeting endpoints than the year before. Improving environments to resist the probes of cyber criminals is paramount. Doing so without compromising the user experience is the big challenge.
To address the challenge, most are taking a two-pronged approach here: Firstly, they’re adopting a zero-trust approach to security applications and the network. That certainly helps. However, selecting the right technology and partner to work with is important, too.
HP has been investing heavily in this area. Despite this, we notice a number of clients do away with device-bundled security in favour of their paid enterprise solutions. There can be a place for both.
Research from the Ponemon Institute shows that 68 per cent of IT professionals have seen an increase in the frequency of attacks targeting endpoints than the year before. Improving environments to resist the probes of cyber criminals is paramount. Doing so without compromising the user experience is the big challenge.
To address the challenge, most are taking a two-pronged approach here: Firstly, they’re adopting a zero-trust approach to security applications and the network. That certainly helps. However, selecting the right technology and partner to work with is important, too.
One-device-fits-all can be a
fallacy outside the office.
As a managed services specialist with deep expertise in HP technology, The Laptop Company provides customers with a suite of services that deliver an uncompromising, but user experience-friendly approach to endpoint device management.
One area that TLC is particularly effective at is pairing the right devices to each user’s needs. HP has a broad suite of laptops, from the everyday to the power user. TLC can help fleet managers find the right mix to benefit their organisations.
One area that TLC is particularly effective at is pairing the right devices to each user’s needs. HP has a broad suite of laptops, from the everyday to the power user. TLC can help fleet managers find the right mix to benefit their organisations.
Some options – and the user profile they are ideal for – include:
Mainstream Users
For everyday office applications where reliable productivity is the goal, the HP EliteBook 840 G10 paired with a 24-inch HP E24m (featuring a webcam and docking monitor) and an additional HP E24 matching monitor, along with an HP Wireless Keyboard and Mouse, is an ideal choice, and one that would turn most home offices into a highly efficient workspace.
Power UsersFor creatives that work with digital media, or people with limited space, a higher resolution single monitor will yield better results. In this case, the HP E27q, with its 27-inch size and higher resolution, is perfect for both content creation and efficient multitasking off a single screen. We’ve also had a number of corporate teams standardise on the HP E34 ultra-widescreen monitor, which incorporates docking and webcam while providing a spacious 34” view at a cost comparable to dock + dual monitors setups. |
ProfessionalsFor those that require high-performance devices – engineers, number crunchers and people working with massive data files, the HP ZBook mobile workstations provide an ideal option for remote work. These range from thin and light options like the HP ZBook Firefly and HP ZBook Studio to extreme performance desktop replacements like the HP ZBook Fury. |
Another highly secure option for remote workstation users is to go virtual. HP Anyware offers a secure and efficient solution that enables remote users to access their desktop workstations from standard laptops and tablets, using a highly secure, near-lossless connection that surpasses traditional RDP remote desktop experiences. This not only enhances productivity but also prevents data from leaving the corporate network, giving organisations the flexibility of hybrid work while allowing them to retain the traditional controls over the environment that many would prefer.
The Hyper-Mobile User
Finally, in this new era of flexible work, there will be employees that are truly on the go, moving with great fluidity between their office space, on-location with clients, and their home office. For these users, the HP Dragonfly G4 meets these requirements and provides performance on par with mainstream EliteBooks, with optional 4G or 5G mobile data connectivity to remain connected to the office.
How TLC & HP better secure devices
In addition to best in breed hardware, HP equipment is supported by a suite of security features that help secure remote endpoints. Indeed, one of HP’s defining characteristics in enterprise computing is the quality of its security, and Wolf sits at the heart of this. HP Wolf Security’s features include:
- Presence Aware, a feature that automatically turns off the display when the user is away, conserving energy and protecting sensitive information.
- HP SureView, which helps to hide content from adjacent individuals, ensuring privacy during work.
- HP Sure Click, which isolates key applications in virtual containers, trapping and deleting any malicious attempts that would otherwise compromise the user’s device.
- HP Sure Start, which automatically validates the integrity of the BIOS code, and that ensures that the PC is safeguarded from malicious attacks at the foundational level of the hardware.
- Enabled BitLocker, a key feature that provides data encryption and protection to prevent unauthorised access to data on user devices.
Additionally there is HP TechPulse. This is a powerful tool that allows an organisation to remotely manage the health of all endpoint devices that exist in the fleet. The Laptop Company’s managed services solution leverages TechPulse, allowing us to provide instant, remote support to your fleet. Should a device be lost, stolen or otherwise compromised, it is possible to instantly conduct a remote wipe. |
Finally, when devices do reach end-of-life, the safe management of their disposal is critical. Data loss from devices that are handled and disposed of poorly remains a major and often-overlooked concern when it comes to DLP best practice. One of the key functions that The Laptop Company provides through its managed services is the secure handling and recycling or disposal during fleet refreshes. Combining HP’s best-of-breed approach to recycling with TLC’s own RecoverMax solution ensures that no data is accidentally leaked off forgotten hard drives.
By partnering with The Laptop Company for managed services, we are able to keep every device on your network proactively updated, fully tested, and managed for performance and dependability. That centralised support improves the end-user experience, prevents risk from oversite, and ensures that policy is fully implemented. The quality of the service is why we have been partnered with organisations in sectors with the most robust regulatory requirements, including health providers, large businesses, education and government.
It’s undeniable that remote work has exposed organisations to new security and manageability challenges. However, they can be managed. By carefully selecting the right devices and then leveraging the expertise of The Laptop Company in securely managing your device fleets, organisations can continue to embrace the benefits of remote and hybrid work.
It’s undeniable that remote work has exposed organisations to new security and manageability challenges. However, they can be managed. By carefully selecting the right devices and then leveraging the expertise of The Laptop Company in securely managing your device fleets, organisations can continue to embrace the benefits of remote and hybrid work.
Reach out to learn more about the HP range or book a demo. Click the Contact Us button to get in touch.
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Embrace the future:
Why Windows 11 is your next OS upgrade.
Windows 11 is the future of OSs. Microsoft designed the latest iteration to deliver a more efficient, productive, hybrid workforce, with user-benefits clear to see. It will replace all earlier versions of Windows, with security support for those ending sooner than you might expect. Because of this, it's important to be planning your migration now.
Microsoft has announced that it is ending support for Windows 10 in October 2025. At that point, Windows 10 will be 10 years old. While that's excellent longevity for an OS, it's time to start preparing for Windows 11. There's a bit to consider for achieving a smooth transition.
Microsoft has announced that it is ending support for Windows 10 in October 2025. At that point, Windows 10 will be 10 years old. While that's excellent longevity for an OS, it's time to start preparing for Windows 11. There's a bit to consider for achieving a smooth transition.
Does Windows 11
Require a Device Upgrade?
There are minimum system requirements that your PC needs to meet so you can get the most out of the experience. While Microsoft has published minimum specs that appear very achievable, in reality, their published minimum is more suited to student or home laptops. For business users, we recommend the following minimum spec:
If you're unsure whether your existing fleet meets the requirements for Windows 11, TLC's managed services team can produce a report across your fleet to identify incompatible devices.
Thanks to their longer lifespans, there can be a large number of legacy HP devices, powered by Intel® Core™ processors, in corporate fleets that predate current security requirements. These devices should be replaced as part of migration to Windows 11.
The Laptop Company can help. As the premier HP partner in New Zealand, we have assembled a list of devices that will need replacement. We have also listed the devices you should consider replacing then with so that you can maintain the same usability.
- Intel® Core i5 8th generation
- 16GB memory
- 256GB storage with 64GB available
- SSD storage instead of a hard disk
- Full HD display and
- Windows Hello biometric authentication using face or fingerprint recognition
- TPM 2.0 needs to be activated
If you're unsure whether your existing fleet meets the requirements for Windows 11, TLC's managed services team can produce a report across your fleet to identify incompatible devices.
Thanks to their longer lifespans, there can be a large number of legacy HP devices, powered by Intel® Core™ processors, in corporate fleets that predate current security requirements. These devices should be replaced as part of migration to Windows 11.
The Laptop Company can help. As the premier HP partner in New Zealand, we have assembled a list of devices that will need replacement. We have also listed the devices you should consider replacing then with so that you can maintain the same usability.
If you have any of these devices:
If you have any of these devices
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This is the equivalent replacement
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How Can You Manage Old Devices?TLC can assist in managing the end-of-life devices, via our RecoverMax solution. The RecoverMax service allows an organisation to donate end-of-life equipment to one of several charities that need quality used technology, or into a managed e-waste recycling service via our EPA-regulated recycling partner. This helps to cut back on the amount of IT entering the landfill, while also fulfilling a social good. High quality used devices (at around 3 years of age) can generate a payment back to you to help to subsidise the cost of the migration. |
As with HP itself, The Laptop Company is committed to driving the circular economy. As one of just two HP Amplify Impact Partners in NZ, we assist customers in recycling written-off assets. For large fleets, we can create devices that can be redeployed into your workforce to extend their usable life after accidental damage or warranty expiry.
Effectively Managing
Windows 11 Migrations.
When it comes to fleet migration, managing an entire workplace can be a significant project, with significant CapEx expenditure attached to it. The Laptop Company addresses this with a suite of managed services designed to minimise friction and keep costs down.
The Laptop Company managed services team can also help modernise your device management strategy with Intune and Microsoft Endpoint Management. A well-run Intune environment for Windows 10 devices makes the transition to Windows 11 particularly seamless. When paired with TLC's UXx Enhanced User Experience service, the end-user experience is optimised, including for software and services not manageable via Intune, and any potential compatibility, security and usability issues are addressed well before deployment.
Windows 11 is an opportunity to boost productivity across the board, and it's essential to start planning the migration now to get the most from it. There are ways to efficiently manage the fleet migration and upgrade to Windows 11, and we are constantly working on making this better.
Reach out to learn more about the HP Elite range of devices, to find out more about Windows 11 migration, or arrange a demo. Click the Contact Us button to get in touch.
The Laptop Company managed services team can also help modernise your device management strategy with Intune and Microsoft Endpoint Management. A well-run Intune environment for Windows 10 devices makes the transition to Windows 11 particularly seamless. When paired with TLC's UXx Enhanced User Experience service, the end-user experience is optimised, including for software and services not manageable via Intune, and any potential compatibility, security and usability issues are addressed well before deployment.
Windows 11 is an opportunity to boost productivity across the board, and it's essential to start planning the migration now to get the most from it. There are ways to efficiently manage the fleet migration and upgrade to Windows 11, and we are constantly working on making this better.
Reach out to learn more about the HP Elite range of devices, to find out more about Windows 11 migration, or arrange a demo. Click the Contact Us button to get in touch.
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HP Enterprise Partner of the Year
Surface Laptop Studio 2:
More power suits this Surface.
What is the Surface Laptop Studio 2?
This is Microsoft's Surface flagship convertible. With a pull-forward display, the device switches from laptop, to easel or tablet without the user needing to undock or unplug their device during use. It is one of the only mobile workstations on the market that provides pen and touch interactivity, which can be a boon for creatives, especially at the concept stage. The device is pitched at power users including GIS, engineering, architecture, motion picture, modelling, game development, forecasting, creative, developer, AI, and data science teams.
Biggest change: |
This improves the experience when modelling, coding, editing, rendering and encoding.
It now features a 13th gen Intel Core i7-13800H processor as standard. With Six Performance Cores, plus Eight Efficiency Cores, the new 14 core processor provides considerably more performance than the first Surface Laptop Studio's Four Core 11th gen processor. The Intel Core i5 option has been removed, which makes sense for a mobile workstation device.
The new model provides considerably more power than the 10 core Surface Laptop 5 and Surface Pro 9 tablets.
It now features a 13th gen Intel Core i7-13800H processor as standard. With Six Performance Cores, plus Eight Efficiency Cores, the new 14 core processor provides considerably more performance than the first Surface Laptop Studio's Four Core 11th gen processor. The Intel Core i5 option has been removed, which makes sense for a mobile workstation device.
The new model provides considerably more power than the 10 core Surface Laptop 5 and Surface Pro 9 tablets.
Surface Laptop Studio 1Intel Core H35 i5-11300H 4 core Intel Core H35 i7-11370H 4 core processor No separate AI processor |
Surface Laptop Studio 2Intel Core i7-13800H 6 Performance Core and 8 Efficiency Core processor Intel Cen3 Movidius VPU AI Accelerator |
The Movidius VPU AI Accelerator is optimised for efficient AI and computer vision, which bodes well for users of software that can make use of it for activities including video tracking and recognition, object recognition, 3D scanning, and image restoration, among other emerging technologies.
Equally improved NVIDIA RTX graphicsIn addition to the entry-level Intel iRIS Xe graphics carried over from the previous model, the new model has a range of NVIDIA RTX processors ranging from the GeForce RTX 4050, to the RTX-4060 and Workstation Application Certified NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada. In general expect a large performance increase between the iRIS Xe option and the RTX 4050, and a similar jump from the RTX 4050 to the 4060 or RTX 2000 Ada. |
The lowest cost NVIDIA option (RTX 4050) benchmarks at an average of 70% more powerful than the old model's NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti. Source: NotebookCheck.com
Surface Laptop Studio 1Intel iRIS Xe (entry level) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti 4GB NVIDIA RTX A2000 4GB |
Surface Laptop Studio 2Intel iRIS Xe (entry level) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 6GB NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 8GB NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Gen 8GB |
DisplayHDR400 certified
The Surface Laptop 2 has VESA DisplayHDR400 certification with up to 500 nits brightness for standard content, and a very high 650 nits for HDR (High Dynamic Range) content including 3D and 4K video.
Finding a monitor that can match the quality of the Surface Laptop Studio 2 may be challenging - we recommend something like a 27 inch or larger HP Z series 4K display with DreamColor, or a Philips 4K Mini-LED Thunderbolt 4 monitor for similar pixel density, scaling and display performance.
Finding a monitor that can match the quality of the Surface Laptop Studio 2 may be challenging - we recommend something like a 27 inch or larger HP Z series 4K display with DreamColor, or a Philips 4K Mini-LED Thunderbolt 4 monitor for similar pixel density, scaling and display performance.
More memory options
The new model now supports up to 64GB memory with 16 and 32GB options available. Memory is not upgradeable, so choose wisely based on your application workloads. Memory has also been upgraded from LPDDR4x to LPDDR5x for faster throughput and lower power consumption.
More connectivity
The new model adds a USB Type A port for legacy devices including wireless keyboard dongles. Bluetooth connectivity is also upgraded from 5.1 to Bluetooth 5.3, and wireless networking is upgraded from Wi-Fi 6 to Wi-Fi 6E with 6GHz compatibility.
More repairable
Repairability remains the most important way to reduce the carbon foot print and e-waste associated with your devices - especially when minor components are damaged on otherwise perfect devices.
The Surface Laptop Studio 2 features the most repairable design to date, including replaceable display, mainboard, casing, and ports - making things like accidental cord-trip damage a much lower risk to your total cost of ownership.
The Surface Laptop Studio 2 features the most repairable design to date, including replaceable display, mainboard, casing, and ports - making things like accidental cord-trip damage a much lower risk to your total cost of ownership.
What stays the same?
The Surface Laptop Studio already provided an exceptional end-user experience with one of the best displays on the market, and a high level of flexibility for user interaction.
Weight has increased with the very heavy-duty performance components to just under 2.0kg for NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada models, this compares well with other equivalent mobile workstations on the market (few of which offer the flexibility, interactivity or display quality of the Surface Laptop Studio 2 as standard).
Weight has increased with the very heavy-duty performance components to just under 2.0kg for NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada models, this compares well with other equivalent mobile workstations on the market (few of which offer the flexibility, interactivity or display quality of the Surface Laptop Studio 2 as standard).
The industrial design of the Surface Laptop Studio is maintained including:
- Raised plinth base for efficient cooling under heavy loads to reduce performance throttling
- Flip-forward screen with high resolution 14.4 inch PixelSense Flow display
- Up to 120Hz display refresh rate (switchable from 60Hz for actions including page scrolling and pen-inking in supported applications)
- Dolby Vision IQ support.
- Touch screen with Surface Pen support
- Up to 2TB removable high speed SSD storage
- Glass trackpad and backlit keyboard
- USB-C / Thunderbolt 4 ports, Surface Connect and audio port
- Magnetic stowage and wireless charging for optional Surface Slim Pen 2
- 1080p webcam with Windows Hello face authentication
- Quad Omnisonic speakers with Dolby Atmos
- Battery life with 512GB or 1TB SSD is up to 18 hours for typical usage, however heavy duty application use with the screen turned up to full brightness will understandably reduce that.
- 2TB SSD models are rated up to 16 hours.
The Laptop Company is a multi-award-winning Microsoft Surface Reseller and an official supplier of Surface devices to the All of Government IT Hardware Contract. Contact us for pricing, and to access a demo device.
Find out more
Speak to your account manager at The Laptop Company.
If you do not already work with TLC, click the 'Contact us' button or call 0800 527 867 to find out more.
If you do not already work with TLC, click the 'Contact us' button or call 0800 527 867 to find out more.
What do you get in your next refresh?
HP EliteBook: G7 to G10
We have a number of fleet users who are ready to replace their HP EliteBook G7 fleets. With major changes introduced in the G8 and G9 ranges and carried through to and improved in the new G10 range, the upgrade is fairly significant for end users. We've listed the main differences for the HP EliteBook 800 series below.
Bold = advantage
Processor
2.5x
PassMark benchmark score improvement for standard i5 models
10th gen Intel Core i5-10310U 4 physical cores 8 threads architecture introduced 2017 PassMark CPU benchmark score: 6503 |
13th gen Intel Core i5-1335U 10 physical cores (2 P-cores, 8 E-cores) 12 threads (4 P-threads, 8 E-threads) architecture introduced 2022 PassMark CPU benchmark score: 16573 |
The new Intel Performance Hybrid Architecture in the EliteBook G10 is a two generation leap from that used in G7 models. It uses a combination of P (Performance) cores for high performance and responsiveness in user applications, and E (Efficiency) cores for efficient processing of background and multi-core tasks. Intel Thread Director selects the most suitable cores for each task in Windows 11 for optimal performance and efficiency. Windows 10 users also gain a noticeable performance bump with the new multi-core architecture, even without Intel Thread Director support.
Graphics
2.6x
G3D Benchmark improvement
Intel iRIS Xe graphics provide equivalent performance to the optional upgrade discreet NVIDIA and AMD graphics options offered on selected HP EliteBook G7 models. 13th gen Intel Core i7 models get 96 Execution Units for additional graphics horsepower while Intel Core i5 models have 80. By contrast the older Intel UHD 620 graphics found in G7 devices were based on an older architecture with just 24 Execution Units.
Display
+11%
Vertical real estate
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The taller 16:10 screen format increases the vertical height and resolution of the display to enable more content to be displayed on screen before scrolling. Display brightness options are consistent across the two generations with both starting at 250 nits brightness, and the option of 400 nits with auto-dimming and increased colour quality, or 1000 nits with switchable Sure View Reflect privacy filter. Touch is optional on most models.
The 15.6" model now measures 16 inches with the new taller aspect ratio.
The 15.6" model now measures 16 inches with the new taller aspect ratio.
Webcam
2.7x
Increase in sensor resolution
720p web cam (1280 x 720 sensor) Up to HD video resolution Fixed zoom |
5MP web cam (2560 x 1920) Up to Full HD video resolution HP AutoFrame - Auto zoom, pan and follow-me Low light compensation and appearance filters. Multi-camera support with automatic switching. Auto keystone correction for presenting documents and whiteboards. |
Lockdowns and work-from-home proved the need for better quality and more useful webcams since the G7 was introduced. As well as improving the physical hardware with much higher quality 5 megapixel sensors, HP has introduced automatic panning and zooming with a follow-me feature. Low-light, backlight and appearance filters improve the appearance and professionalism of presenters. Multi-camera support automatically switches between the presenter's webcam and an external subject camera in Teams and Zoom. This includes keystone correction for improving the readability of whiteboards and documents presented to virtual audiences.
Connectivity
USB-C 3.1 Thunderbolt 3 USB Type-A Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth 5 Optional 4G LTE mobile data |
USB-C 3.2 Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-A Wi-Fi 6e Bluetooth 5.3 Optional 4G LTE or 5G mobile data |
Weight & design
Starting weights with standard battery and non-touch screen listed
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Starting weights are broadly equivalent between generations - add approximately 100 grams to each to calculate the weight of touch screen models. Narrower screen bezels (borders) and the new 16:10 screen format make the newer models squarer in shape than older models. This, and the removal of the optional pointing stick and buttons, has allowed HP to increase the size of touch pads on all models relative to previous versions.
Overall design and construction are otherwise consistent with the G10 further refining the EliteBook design.
Overall design and construction are otherwise consistent with the G10 further refining the EliteBook design.
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ā ē ī ō ū
With the recent launch of selected Lenovo laptops that include tohutō (macron) keys, you might be wondering whether your computers support these too. The good news is, both Windows 11 and Windows 10 support tohutō on any device with a standard keyboard.
Through this, Tongan and Samoan speakers also have toloi/fakamamafa and fa’amamafa support respectively.
Through this, Tongan and Samoan speakers also have toloi/fakamamafa and fa’amamafa support respectively.
How to type tohutō characters
- Tap the ~ ` (tilde or backquote) key on your keyboard
(this is usually on the left hand edge below the ESC key - highlighted in yellow above) - Then type ā, ē, ī, ō, or ū (highlighted in blue above)
Tohutō are only applied to vowels
Other tips
- To capitalise a vowel (Ā, Ē, Ī, Ō, Ū)
Hold the shift key when typing the letter (or use CAPS lock) - To type a backquote ( ` )
Tap the tilde key twice. To type a ~ (tilde) character hold the shift key and click the tilde key - If you tap the tilde key then type a consonant or special character
A leading backquote character ( ` ) will be typed before the consonant or special character
What if it doesn't work?
When you have the correct language settings turned on in Windows 10 or 11 computer, this behaviour is automatic. If it doesn't work for you, do the following:
Enable tohutō in Windows 11
Since late 2021, new Windows 11 in New Zealand have the New Zealand Māori language pack installed by default. If tohutō characters aren't available, you may need to toggle from US keyboard settings to NZ Aotearoa. To toggle between US and NZ Aotearoa keyboards, hold the Windows key on your keyboard and tap the spacebar until English (New Zealand) NZ Aotearoa is highlighted.
Enable tohutō in Windows 10
If you have managed devices, your IT team may have deployed support for tohutō already, this is also available to clients that use Modern Fleet Management and device management services from The Laptop Company. If your Windows 10 device doesn't have tohutō support working, do the following:
- Click the Windows icon in the bottom left corner of your screen
- Type Language
- Select Language Settings or Region & Language from the Best match list to load the Language settings box
4. Under Preferred languages, click English (New Zealand)*. If this option is not visible, see asterisk below. 5. Click Options to load the Language options for English (New Zealand) 6. Under Keyboards, click Add a keyboard to display a list of keyboard options 7. Scroll down and select Māori QWERTY, then close the Language settings box. |
The Windows taskbar will display a new clickable keyboard language icon near your clock marked ENG MI.
To toggle between Māori and US keyboard settings, hold the Windows key on your keyboard and tap the space bar. This will switch between making tohutō characters available or not with the tilde key.
To toggle between Māori and US keyboard settings, hold the Windows key on your keyboard and tap the space bar. This will switch between making tohutō characters available or not with the tilde key.
* If English (New Zealand) is not displayed under the Preferred languages list, do the following in the Language settings box:
- Click + Add a language to show the Choose a language to install box.
- Type New Zealand in the search box.
- Click English (New Zealand) from the list of results and click Next.
- Windows will then download and install the New Zealand language pack. When this is complete it will be added to your list of Preferred languages.
- Click English (New Zealand) and click the up arrow to make it the default language for your computer, then complete steps 4 to 7 above to enable tohutō character typing.
Added benefits
When you select English (New Zealand) as your preferred language, most applications including Word and Excel 365 will also use New Zealand spell checking in place of US spellings.
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