*HP ProBook 5330m Owners Lounge*

I came across a PDF spec sheet for the 5330m today- I really wish there was a 14in HD+ version

Anyone excited about or waiting for this model?

Sandy Bridge wielding HP ProBook dressed like an EliteBook

5330m spec sheet

Operating system
Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 32
Genuine Windows® 7 Professional 64
Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium 64
Genuine Windows® 7 Home Basic 32
SUSE Linux Enterprise 11
FreeDOS

Processor Intel® Core™ i5-2520M (2.50 GHz, 3 MB L3 cache); Intel® Core™ i3-2310M (2.10 GHz, 3 MB L3 cache)
Chipset Mobile Intel® QM67 Express
Memory DDR3 SDRAM, 1333 MHz, 2048/4096 MB; 2 SODIMM; Upgradeable to 8 GB
Internal Storage SATA II Hard Drive 500 GB (7200 rpm), 128 GB Solid State Drive, HP 3D DriveGuard
Upgrade Bay HP Mobile USB DVD/RW (select models)
Display 33,8 cm (13.3") diagonal LED-backlit HD anti-glare (1366 x 768)
Graphics Intel HD 3000 Graphics
Audio/Visual Beats Audio; Stereo speakers; Integrated dual-microphone array; Combo headphone/microphone jack
Wireless Support HP hs2340 HSPA+ Mobile Broadband; Intel Centrino 802.11a/b/g/n; Broadcom 802.11b/g/n; HP Integrated Module with Bluetooth 2.1+EDR Wireless Technology
Communications Integrated Intel 82579LM Gigabit Network Connection (10/100/1000)
Expansion slots 1 SD/MMC
Ports and Connectors 1 USB 2.0; 1 USB 2.0 charging; 1 HDMI; 1 VGA; 1 combo stereo headphone/mic jack; 1 RJ-45; 1 eSATA/USB combo; 1 AC power
Input Device Full-sized, backlit keyboard; Touchpad with gestures support, on/off button with LED indicator, two-way scroll, two pick buttons; HD webcam
Software Roxio My DVD 2010 SE; Microsoft Office 2010 preloaded (purchase of a Product Key required to activate a full Office 2010 suite); Norton Internet Security 2011 (60-day
subscription). Additional software included; see QuickSpecs for details.
Security HP ProtectTools Security Manager: Credential Manager, Computrace Pro; Device Access Manager, Drive Encryption, Face Recognition, File Sanitizer, Privacy Manager, Embedded Security; HP Fingerprint Sensor; Enhanced Pre-Boot Security (Multiuser / Multifactor); HP SpareKey; One-Step Logon; TPM 1.2 Embedded Security Chip; HP Disk Sanitizer; Security lock slot; Support for Intel AT
Dimensions 32.8 x 22.5 x 2.52 cm
Weight Starting at 1.82 kg
Power 4-cell (41 WHr) Li-Ion Polymer; 65W Smart AC adapter; 65W Slim AC adapter
Warranty HP Services offers 1-year warranty (upgrades available, sold separately), 1-year limited warranty on primary battery

 

I found the brochure in Danish:

HP ProBook 5330m bærbar computer (Data sheet/4AA3-4362DAE.pdf)

I like the backlit keyboard, but the screen resolution is not good enough.

 

I'm wondering what the battery life will be like?

 

HP rates it at 5.5 hours. Obviously expect less, hopefully not too much less.

HP Probook 5330M


It's a great looking laptop, that's for sure.

 

It looks great, hands on:

HP ProBook 5330m Brings Consumer Features to the Enterprise (video)

 

hmmm...no usb3.0 ports?

 

sexy looking note book.. only wish they could put the slot loaded dvd drive like the macbooks

 

Hmm ... I wonder if the batteries for this thing are backwards compatible with the 5310m model?

 

I am liking this it is slim and looks cool. Was going to order the 6360b today but might just wait for this as it does not look bulky. I don’t mind it not having a DVD drive I've got an external. If it did have an external it would be thicker. They are trying to compete against the Macbook Air with this one. I hope it comes to the UK soon as they have just released the 6360b last week.

 

Not quite...
This thing is about a inch thick the macbook air is .1 inches to .68 inches at its thickest point. The 8550m is about the same size as the regular macbook pro which has a DVD drive.

 

Yeah I checked the specs but it is close enough for me. HP UK have taken the 6360b off the website and now have included the 5330m so it's coming soon one website has mentioned June. Fingers crossed!

 

It's really nice looking, this is how the 8460p should look like including the backlit keyboard, which the big brother 8460p doesn't have....

 

Does the 5330m have a larger battery than just the 4-cell?

 

Data sheet says 4-cell only option. Units are not currently configurable online to see if there are other options.

 

I agree. Wish it had better screen and faster CPU option. If it did, I'd buy 25+ for the whole office right now.

 

Looking at the rear of the thing it doesn't look like it'll have other battery options which is a DAMN shame. Would have been a perfect candidate for the Envy type slice batteries. oh well. I'll keep my Envy 13.

 

if it could last 5 hrs 30 mins for 4 cell battery, i can accept it. However, slim chance it gonna last that long for a 4 cell....unless HP has special technology

 

Full specs here, no other battery option:

http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/quickspecs/14018_div/14018_div.HTML

 

Short review online.


Interesting that the reviewer states that a i7 process will be available. Probably a typo.

 

Is 5330m only available in USA?

 

No trackpoint and 4 cell battery ruin what could have been a pretty decent ultraportable. We need a 13" inch elitebook!

 

i saw some of the sites show that there is a black 5330m...but in HP usa page only silver...hope to see a black one...

 

USA at the moment! I contacted HP UK and they told me that they will have it at the beginning of June so it might be the same with the rest of the world!

 

Engadget showed an image of the black one showing the lit keyboard. It looks cool. But I do not know which colour to get!

 

...or a refreshed ENvy 13

 

Phooey.

Well - maybe they will release one in the future when it goes beyond the US market if it is "successful" here.... Hope springs eternal and all that.

 

Trackpoint still missing, if you don't have a trackpoint you need the macbook trackpad. (only decent alternative)

 

I just ordered mine yesterday. HP UK are selling it said that it's due next week can't wait. I know that the battery and screen id an issue but it is portable and that's what I need push beats tech for my beats headphones.

 

Beats Audio in HP laptops is just marketing BS.
Maybe anybody knows who is manufacturer of SSD drive in this model?

 

http://hpfansite.com/hp-elitebook/hp-elitebook-2560p-probook-5330m-cousin-cousin/#comments

Hp Fansite compares the Elitebook 2560p to the Probook 5330m.

 

have you got your 5330 yet?

 

Hp have back ordered it till the 20th. Was hoping it was going to arrive this week originally. But went I do receive it I'll let you know how it is.

 

Hey guys, is there a 14-16" Probook with the Beats Audio and backlit keyboard options? The less than stellar audio and lack of backlit keyboard were the 2 things that kept me from buying a Probook before and now that I'm ready to replace my old HP zv6130, I'm trying to stay w/HP if possible. Otherwise, it's a Dell XPS 15 most likely. Stupid HP for dropping the backlit kb from the consumer line!

Thanks guys

Jeremy

 

Review: HP ProBook 5330m review -- Engadget

 

Another review:

HP ProBook 5330m Review | HP ProBook & Laptop Reviews | Business Notebooks

 

In both reviews are the same keyboard issues
Will be interesting to read some reviews from real people in real life

 

Just got my probook 5330m. Delivered to my work! I can't wait to get it fired up tonight!

I'll let you know what I think of it!

 

@ staticplaya: can you post your config and impressions of the laptop (battery life, screen,...)

+ Does enyone know if I choose i3 over i5 will I gain any extra battery life?

 

I've been thinking about getting this laptop, but some reviewers have raised concerns about the keyboard, especially the placement of the spacebar. Can anyone comment? It feels like not very many people bought this thing.

 

Not sure what they mean with regards to the placement of the spacebar? Looks normal to me

HP ProBook 5330m Review | HP ProBook & Laptop Reviews | Business Notebooks

I'm thinking of the machine as an ENvy 13 replacement and although I'm going to take a massive battery hit (SSD & tweaked Envy 13 with slice) I might forgive the machine 'IF' the damn fan isn't always on.

I had a chance to use an 8640p for the weekend and that sucker was on all the time and although the fan wasn't super loud, the year being 2011, it really should stay off when the machine is sitting there at 0% cpu time.

Has anyone tried the machine yet?

 

I am also wondering this; does the fan ever shut off? I gave my Probook 4330s to my girlfriend because the fan was always on, really annoying.

 

I have the i3 model here with me and yes, the fan does switch off (Mine is tweaked with an SSD)

I don't think it'll be the same case with the i5.



http://forum.notebookreview.com/hp-...oks/596853-hp-5330m-thoughts-tweaks-more.html

P.s. Don't buy a 6460b then with the i5 as that NEVER switches off

 

Quick note: this thread is now the official owners lounge for the 5330m.

The thread title has been updated as a result.

 

@excalibur1814: Thanks for the info, i really like the Probook series, quality and design wise so i think ill go for the 5330m with i3.

Hope it will be quiet with a ssd

 

@excalibur1814: Do your i3 version have a socket for a 3g-card/sim slot?

 

Yes it does have the slot as I can see the usual gold sim connectors

 

bump for more results

 

the only thing that is preventing me from buying it is the lack of USB 3.0 which does not make sense since lower models have them now. Hopefully HP will fix this in a refresh. USB 3.0 will allow me to use fast storage as I am have been putting SSD in my laptops and they are expensive beyond 128GB

 

hi there, i dont know if anyone can help me. did anyone here swapped the display for a better one? if you did, wich model?

 

I got one for my girlfriend, it's very nice, great build quality, backlit keyboard and quiet