HP
15s-fq5030sa
Intel Core i7-1255UCPU (Score: 12.896)
Intel Iris XeGPU (Score: 2.596)
35VALUE SCORE
8 GBRAM
512 GBSTORAGE
15.6" DISPLAY
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HP 15.6" Laptop, Intel Core i7-1255U Processor, 8 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD, Intel Iris Graphics, FHD Display, Up to 7hrs battery, Win 11, Dual Speakers, Natural Silver, 15s-fq5030sa
£775.03
Go to Store RatioLog Objective Verdict
Deterministic performance ratings and market evaluation based on verified benchmarks.
Hardware Capability:4.5/10
Fair Market Price
Editorial Executive Summary
How we evaluate15s-fq5030sa is a versatile daily workhorse built for smooth office multitasking, documents, and web research, powered by the Intel Core i7-1255U paired with 8GB memory. Priced at £775.03, it is currently tracking near its typical UK market baseline. Its primary limitation is graphics-intensive 3D gaming, as the integrated GPU is tuned for battery efficiency rather than raw AAA gaming power.
Gaming Performance
3.3/10Work & Productivity
7.0/10Creation & Media
2.0/10Portability & Commute
6.8/10Key Strengths
- Reliable Intel Core i7-1255U processor (12,896 CPU score) ensures snappy day-to-day multitasking
Trade-offs to Consider
- Intel Iris Xe relies on shared system RAM; lacks discrete VRAM for demanding modern 3D games
- 8GB memory capacity may become restrictive under intensive multi-application workloads
* Consistent with typical UK pricing (30-day median: £775.03).
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Technical Specifications
Design
- Colour nameNatural silver
- Product typeLaptop
- Product colourSilver
- Form factorClamshell
- Market positioningEveryday
- Introduction year2023
- Original brand nameHP
Display
- Display diagonal39.6 cm (15.6")
- Display resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
- TouchscreenNo
- HD typeFull HD
- Panel typeSVA
- Native aspect ratio16:9
- Anti-glare screenYes
- Display bezel technologyMicro-Edge
- Display brightness250 cd/m²
- Display diagonal (metric)39.6 cm
- RGB colour spaceNTSC
- Colour gamut45%
Processor
- Processor manufacturerIntel
- Processor familyIntel® Core™ i7
- Processor generation12th gen Intel® Core™ i7
- Processor modeli7-1255U
- Processor cores10
- Processor threads12
- Processor boost frequency4.7 GHz
- Performance cores2
- Efficient cores8
- Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency4.7 GHz
- Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency3.5 GHz
- Processor cache12 MB
- Processor cache typeL3
- Configurable TDP-down12 W
- Processor base power15 W
- Maximum turbo power55 W
Memory
- Internal memory8 GB
- Internal memory typeDDR4-SDRAM
- Memory clock speed3200 MHz
- Memory layout (slots x size)2 x 4 GB
- ECCNo
- Non-ECCYes
Storage
- Total storage capacity512 GB
- Storage mediaSSD
- Total SSDs capacity512 GB
- Number of SSDs installed1
- SSD capacity512 GB
- SSD interfacePCI Express
- NVMeYes
- SSD form factorM.2
- Optical drive typeNo
- Card reader integratedYes
- Compatible memory cardsSD
Graphics
- Discrete graphics card modelNot available
- On-board graphics cardYes
- On-board GPU manufacturerIntel
- Discrete graphics cardNo
- On-board graphics card familyIntel® Iris™ Graphics
- On-board graphics card modelIntel® Iris™ Graphics
Audio
- Built-in speaker(s)Yes
- Number of built-in speakers2
- Built-in microphoneYes
Camera
- Front cameraYes
- Front camera HD typeHD
Network
- Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- Wi-Fi standards802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
- Mobile network connectionNo
- Antenna type1x1
- WLAN controller modelRealtek RTL8821CE-M
- WLAN controller manufacturerRealtek
- Ethernet LANNo
- BluetoothYes
- Bluetooth version4.2
- MiracastYes
- MIMOYes
- MIMO typeMulti User MIMO
Ports & interfaces
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity2
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity1
- HDMI ports quantity1
- HDMI version1.4b
- Combo headphone/mic portYes
Performance
- Motherboard chipsetIntel SoC
Keyboard
- Pointing deviceTouchpad
- Numeric keypadYes
- Island-style keyboardYes
- Full-size keyboardYes
- Keyboard colour nameNatural silver
Software
- Pre-installed softwareLastPass Premium (30 day free trial), 1 month trial for new Microsoft 365 customers, McAfee Online Protection 30-day trial
- Trial software25 GB Dropbox storage for 12 months
- Operating system installedWindows 11 Home in S mode
Processor special features
- CPU configuration (max)1
Brand-specific features
- HP speaker typeHP Dual Speakers
- HP Smart AC AdapterYes
- HP ImagepadYes
- HP front cameraHP TrueVision HD
- HP Security toolsTrusted Platform Module (Firmware TPM) support
- HP Software providedHP Support Assistant; myHP
- HP segmentHome
- HP GTIN (EAN/UPC)197498141923
Battery
- Battery technologyLithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
- Number of battery cells3
- Battery capacity41 Wh
- Battery life (max)7.5 h
- Continuous video playback time (max)10 h
- Fast chargingYes
- Fast charging time (50%)45 min
- Battery weight210 g
Power
- AC adapter power45 W
- AC adapter frequency50 - 60 Hz
- AC adapter input voltage100 - 240 V
Security
- Trusted Platform Module (TPM)Yes
- Password protectionYes
- Password protection typeBIOS, Power on, User
Sustainability
- Sustainability complianceYes
- Sustainability certificatesENERGY STAR, EPEAT Silver
- Sustainable technologies and materialsKeyboard keycaps made with post-consumer recycled plastic
Weight & dimensions
- Width358.5 mm
- Depth242 mm
- Height17.9 mm
- Weight1.69 kg
Packaging data
- Package width69 mm
- Package depth520 mm
- Package height305 mm
- Package weight2.21 kg
Packaging content
- Stylus penNo
Technical details
- General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) URLhttps://support.hp.com/us-en/document/ish_6126692-6126777-16?openCLC=true ; HP REG 23010, 08028 Barcelona, Spain ; [email protected]
Other features
- Supplied AC adapter typePaint finish cover and base, vertical brushed In-mould roll keyboard frame
Product Identifiers
- Barcode (EAN)197498141923