HP Pavilion dv4

936 reviews

Apr, 2024

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price (382)
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portability (4)
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screen (2)
durability (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 936 reviews of HP Pavilion dv4. The average rating for this product is 3.9/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the reliability and size. The design and usability also get good feedback. The durability and image quality get negative comments. There are some mixed reviews about the battery.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the HP Pavilion dv4 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 83/100 = Very good quality.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 22 user reviews of HP Pavilion dv4 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.8/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. People are impressed by the design and usability. There are mixed comments on the size and price.

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95% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 570 user reviews of HP Pavilion dv4 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. Reviewers really like the reliability and size. The design and usability are also appreciated.

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77% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Joe Osborne (pcmag.com)

HP Pavilion dv4

This 14-inch consumer-grade laptop by HP, the Pavilion dv4, displays a 1,366 by 768 HD resolution through a BrightView LED and a 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3-2310M processor.

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May, 2011

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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

HP Pavilion dv4-2165dx review: HP Pavilion dv4-2165dx

HP Pavilion dv4-2165dx

Excellent performance, components for its cost; long battery life.

Extended-life battery pack adds to weight and size; no Bluetooth.

The excellent-performing HP Pavilion dv4-2165dx has a long battery life for the money, but it'll cost you some portability.

Mar, 2010

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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com)

HP Pavilion dv4-2165dx review

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Excellent performance, components for its cost; long battery life.

Extended-life battery pack adds to weight and size; no Bluetooth.

The excellent-performing HP Pavilion dv4-2165dx has a long battery life for the money, but it'll cost you some portability.

Mar, 2010

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Expert review by : John R. Delaney (pcmag.com)

HP Pavilion dv4-2153cl

The HP Pavilion dv4-2153cl offers Core i3 performance at a reasonable price.

Solid performer. Affordable. Fast hard drive. Two-year warranty.

Low res screen. Integrated graphics. Unremarkable battery life

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Jan, 2010

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HP Pavilion dv4-2045dx

Nice design with good port assortment; excellent performance for the money.

Below average battery life; no Bluetooth.

As long as you're not looking for extremely long battery life, the HP Pavilion dv4-2045dx is a well-rounded mainstream budget laptop with above average looks and performance.

Nov, 2009

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Expert review by : Darren Gladstone (pcworld.com)

HP Pavilion dv4-1465dx

Editor's Note: This laptop is a special fixed-configuration model offered only at the Best Buy retail chain.

Decent all-around performer ; Good battery life

Big battery makes it a bit clunky ; Slightly narrow touchpad

Bigger, better, faster, more: This notebook expands upon HP's all-purpose Pavilion dv3 while undercutting the price.

Aug, 2009

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Expert review by : Matt Elliott (cnet.com)

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HP Pavilion dv4-1465DX

Near all-day battery life; Special Edition imprint finish helps it stand out from the crowd without being garish; competitive application performance; includes small Media Center remote control.

Massive 12-cell battery is heavy and awkward; lacks 802.11n Wi-Fi; glossy touch pad is uncomfortable.

If you're the restless type, or simply away from electrical outlets for the majority of your day, you'll love the long battery life of the HP Pavilion dv4-1465dx. Be warned: such battery life requires you to tote a laptop that's roughly a pound heavier...

Aug, 2009

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Expert review by : John R. Delaney (pcmag.com)

HP Pavilion dv4-1430us (Staples)

The HP dv4-1430us packs big-ticket features into a bargain notebook.

Affordable. Generous storage and memory. Stylish design. Great feature set.

Low-res screen. Integrated graphics.

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Jul, 2009

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HP Pavilion dv4-1275mx review: HP Pavilion dv4-1275mx

HP Pavilion dv4-1275mx

Attractive design; touch-sensitive media controls; long battery life.

Slow performance; extended life battery adds considerable weight, heft; cool lid pattern inexplicably adds to cost.

The attractive HP Pavilion dv4-1275mx has excellent battery life, but is more expensive than faster HP dv-series laptops, thanks to a "Special Edition" lid design.

Mar, 2009

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HP Pavilion dv4-1540us

The HP Pavilion dv4-1540us ($749.98 Staples) is proof that you don't have to sacrifice performance, features, and style, just to save a few bucks. This portable multimedia notebook not only outperforms its more expensive competitors, it comes with a...

Great performance. Stylish chassis. Lots of I/O ports

Integrated graphics. Crapware. Low-resolution screen

The HP Pavilion dv4-1540us delivers very good performance in an attractive, travel-friendly 14-inch chassis. You get a nice assortment of ports and features with this budget notebook, but a high resolution screen would put it over the top.

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