If you're looking for a new laptop that can handle daily work, streaming, and more, the HP Laptop 17″ AI PC with Core Ultra 5, 8GB RAM is now available for $379.99. That's a savings of $420.00, which is 52% off the usual price.

A new laptop feels like a fresh digital start: fast, clean, and ready for anything. But before you dive in, it’s wise to perform a quick system check, because many devices come with unnecessary software, suboptimal settings, and disabled security features.

Mashable reviews quite a few laptops every year, and one of the most reliable laptop brands we've tested is HP. That said, multiple great options can be a double-edged sword. How do you narrow it down to find the best HP laptop for your specific needs?

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The HP Laptop 14 certainly impresses with its stylish design, low price point, comfortable keyboard, and so on. That said, the weak multitasking performance and annoying fan noise knock it down a few pegs. When it comes to laptops, HP is chock-full of brands.