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Fortis G1m Chromebook

MediaTek Kompanio 520-528 (MT8186-MT8186T)CPU (Score: 3.693)
ARM Mali-G52 2EE MC2GPU (Score: 500)
13VALUE SCORE
4 GBRAM
32 GBSTORAGE
11.6" DISPLAY
Best Price
£427.49
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RatioLog Objective Verdict

Deterministic performance ratings and market evaluation based on verified benchmarks.

Hardware Capability:1.8/10
Standard Price
Editorial Executive Summary
How we evaluate

Fortis G1m Chromebook is a budget-focused portable designed for essential everyday browsing, streaming, and student coursework, powered by the MediaTek Kompanio 520-528 paired with 4GB memory. Priced at £427.49, it is currently tracking near its typical UK market baseline. Prospective buyers should note the 8GB memory configuration, which may constrain heavy multi-application workflows.

Gaming Performance
1.8/10
Casual & 2D Gaming Only
Work & Productivity
4.8/10
Basic Web, Docs & Everyday Tasks
Creation & Media
0.6/10
Light Photo Editing & Graphic Design
Portability & Commute
9.3/10
Ultra-Lightweight & Highly Compact
Key Strengths
    Trade-offs to Consider
    • ARM Mali-G52 2EE MC2 relies on shared system RAM; lacks discrete VRAM for demanding modern 3D games
    • Sub-14" ultraportable form factor has limited screen real estate for side-by-side window multitasking
    • 8GB RAM is limited for modern multitasking and may bottleneck heavy workflows
    * Near recent regular price (£344.49). Worth watching for discounts.

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    Technical Specifications

    Design

    • Colour nameJet black
    • Product typeChromebook
    • Product colourBlack
    • Form factorClamshell
    • Market positioningCloud computing
    • Introduction year2025
    • Country of originChina
    • Original brand nameHP

    Display

    • Display diagonal29.5 cm (11.6")
    • Display resolution1366 x 768 pixels
    • TouchscreenYes
    • HD typeHD
    • Panel typeIPS
    • Anti-glare screenYes
    • Display brightness250 cd/m²
    • Display diagonal (metric)29.5 cm
    • RGB colour spaceNTSC
    • Colour gamut50%
    • NTSC coverage (typical)50%

    Processor

    • Processor manufacturerMediaTek
    • Processor familyMediaTek
    • Processor model520
    • Processor cores8
    • Processor threads8
    • Processor frequency2.05 GHz
    • Processor cache1 MB
    • Processor cache typeL3

    Memory

    • Internal memory4 GB
    • Internal memory typeLPDDR4x-SDRAM
    • Memory clock speed4266 MHz
    • Memory form factorOn-board
    • Memory layout (slots x size)Not available
    • Maximum internal memory4 GB
    • Memory data transfer rate4266 MT/s

    Storage

    • Total storage capacity32 GB
    • Storage mediaeMMC
    • Flash memory32 GB
    • Optical drive typeNo
    • Card reader integratedNo

    Graphics

    • Discrete graphics card modelNot available
    • On-board graphics cardYes
    • On-board GPU manufacturerARM
    • Discrete graphics cardNo
    • On-board graphics card familyARM Mali
    • On-board graphics card modelARM Mali-G52 MP2

    Audio

    • Built-in speaker(s)Yes
    • Number of built-in speakers2
    • Built-in microphoneYes
    • Number of microphones2

    Camera

    • Front cameraYes
    • Front camera resolution1280 x 720 pixels
    • Front camera HD typeHD

    Network

    • Wi-FiYes
    • Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
    • Wi-Fi standardsWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
    • Mobile network connectionNo
    • Antenna type2x2
    • WLAN controller modelMediaTek MT7921
    • WLAN controller manufacturerMediaTek
    • Ethernet LANNo
    • BluetoothYes
    • Bluetooth version5.3

    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 version1.4
    • Microphone inYes
    • Combo headphone/mic portYes
    • USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate ModeYes

    Keyboard

    • Keyboard special featuresSpill-resistant
    • Pointing deviceClickpad
    • Numeric keypadNo
    • Spill-resistant keyboardYes
    • Full-size keyboardYes
    • Keyboard colour nameJet black

    Software

    • Operating system installedChromeOS

    Brand-specific features

    • HP speaker typeHP Dual Speakers
    • HP Support AssistantYes
    • HP front cameraHP Webcam
    • HP segmentBusiness
    • HP GTIN (EAN/UPC)198990504865

    Battery

    • Battery technologyLithium Polymer (LiPo)
    • Number of battery cells3
    • Battery capacity41 Wh

    Power

    • AC adapter power45 W
    • AC adapter frequency50 - 60 Hz
    • AC adapter input voltage100 - 240 V
    • USB Type-C charging portYes
    • USB Power Delivery (USB PD)Yes

    Security

    • Password protectionYes
    • Password protection typeBIOS, Power on

    Sustainability

    • Sustainability complianceYes
    • Sustainability certificatesENERGY STAR, EPEAT
    • Sustainable technologies and materialsLow halogen; Bulk packaging available; Molded paper pulp cushion inside box is 100% sustainably sourced and recyclable; Contains at least 5% ocean-bound plastic in the enclosure; Contains at least 3.5% post-consumer recycled plastic

    Weight & dimensions

    • Width293 mm
    • Depth199.5 mm
    • Height (front)8.9 mm
    • Height (rear)1.57 cm
    • Weight1.15 kg

    Carbon footprint

    • Total carbon footprint (kg of CO2e)140
    • Carbon emissions, manufacturing (kg of CO2e)125
    • Carbon emissions, logistics (kg of CO2e)4
    • Carbon emissions, end-of-life (kg of CO2e)0.5
    • Total carbon emissions, w/o use phase (kg of CO2e)8

    Packaging content

    • Keyboard includedYes

    Logistics data

    • Harmonized System (HS) code8471300000

    Technical details

    • General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) URLhttps://support.hp.com/us-en/document/ish_6126692-6126777-16?openCLC=true

    Other features

    • UNSPSC-code43211503
    • Manufacturer warranty1 year (1/1/0) limited warranty includes 1 year of parts and labor. No on-site repair. Terms and conditions vary by country. Certain restrictions and exclusions apply.

    Product Identifiers

    • Manufacturer Part No (MPN)5P9S0EA#ABU
    • Barcode (EAN)0198990504865