HP Pavilion dv2

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May, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 183 reviews of HP Pavilion dv2. The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the size and design. The price and portability are also mentioned favorably, but some have doubts about the sound and energy efficiency. There are some mixed comments about the touchpad and reliability.

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 20 user reviews of HP Pavilion dv2 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, 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 screen and design. The performance and size are also mentioned favorably, whereas some have doubts about the reliability and battery.

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80% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 66 user reviews of HP Pavilion dv2 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. People really like the size and design. The price and portability are also mentioned favorably. There are mixed views on the keyboard and battery, while there are some critical comments about the sound and durability.

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76% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Expert review by : Cisco Cheng (pcmag.com)

HP Pavilion dv2-1030us (Staples)

The HP Pavilion dv2-1030us (Staples) and its AMD Neo processor are being outpaced and outclassed by Intel netbooks and ultraportables alike.

Has 4GB of memory. Better graphics chipset than a netbook. External optical drive included. HDMI-out port.

Short battery life for a 12-inch ultraportable. Fan noise is constant. 92-percent keyboard. Slightly smaller battery than the last dv2 unit we reviewed. Expensive.

A full-size keyboard would have improved the dv2's standing against other 12- and 13-inch ultraportables. Alas, it only has a 92-percent keyboard found on netbooks, including the Dell Mini 12. Just two months ago, a 12-inch laptop could be forgiven for...

Jul, 2009

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Expert review by : Dan Ackerman (cnet.com)

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HP Pavilion dv2

First laptop to use new AMD Athlon Neo CPU; best-looking budget 12-inch laptop we've seen; 4GB of RAM.

Netbook-style performance at mainstream-laptop prices; no internal optical drive; unimpressive battery life.

HP's slick-looking 12-inch Pavilion dv2 carves out a niche between entry-level Netbooks and expensive ultraportables.

Apr, 2009

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Expert review by : Cisco Cheng (pcmag.com)

HP Pavilion dv2 (1030-us)

The Neo-powered HP Pavilion dv2 has all the makings of a big-screen netbook.

Thin form factor. More horsepower than an Intel Atom processor. 4GB of memory. 3D-capable graphics chipset. Very travel friendly. One of the cheapest 12-inch ultraportables. HDMI-out port.

Parts run really warm. Fan noises are a direct result of the heat. Battery life needs improvement.

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Apr, 2009

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Expert review by : Darren Gladstone (pcworld.com)

HP Pavilion dv2 Laptop Review

Slim, smart profile; great touchpad ; Flexible and affordable

Tinny sound ; Keys could be a bit bigger

The dv2 carves out a solid niche between netbook and notebook by delivering good performance at a reasonable price.

Apr, 2009

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Expert review by : Tobias Winkler (notebookcheck.net)

Review HP Pavilion dv2 Subnotebook

Subnotebook, Netbook or Something in between? AMD has given the s

Chic, noble styling; Good connection distribution; Low temperature emissions; Good keyboard; Ultra-bright display; Hardware switch for the touchpad and network; Stable chassis

Noise emission under load; Touchpad needs getting used to; Very care-intensive case surface; Merely basic interfaces; Meager supply array; Current high price

That the Athlon Neo MV-40 is only economically suitable to an extent.

Dec, 2010

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Expert review by : Jerry Jackson (NotebookReview.com)

HP Pavilion dv2 Review

What might look like a giant beefy hinge for the 12-inch display is actually a standard 6-cell battery with a small hinge on either side of this thin and light laptop. The plastic covered, alloy-reinforced lid features a glossy black finish that looks...

Excellent value ; Impressive graphics performance ; Good speakers (see below) ; Optional Blu-ray drive works extremely well ; Lots of RAM and storage ... and easy to upgrade ; Thin, light and well built

Battery life is OK but not the best ; No eSATA or ExpressCard for high-speed expansion ; Bad location for speakers ; Processor performance good but not great at multitasking

If you want to connect your laptop to your HDTV and watch 1080p video, the dv2 can handle it. If you want to edit high-resolution images in Photoshop while you're on vacation, the dv2z can handle it. If you want to play new video games and don't need...

Apr, 2009

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Expert review by : Jerry Jackson (NotebookReview.com)

HP Pavilion dv2 First Look Review

The newest 12-inch notebook from HP is no ordinary ultraportable. Featuring the new AMD Athlon Neo processor, the HP Pavilion dv2 promises to bridge the gap between low-performance netbooks and higher-priced ultraportable notebooks. This pint-sized...

One of the nice features found on HP touchpads is the touchpad on/off button. If you press the small button above the touchpad you can disable it ... perfect for people using an external mouse. Although the touchpad is quite nice I would have liked to...

Jan, 2009

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Expert review by : Sal Cangeloso (geek.com)

Review: HP dv2, take two

With all the talk about affordable 12-inch computers lately, it made sense to revisit HP's dv2. This, as you probably remember, is HP's not-a-netbook, thanks to the use of AMD processors and discrete graphics. Starting at $579 it's a compelling option...

Aug, 2009

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Expert review by : Chip Chick (chipchick.com)

HP Pavilion dv2 Review

I've been eyeing the HP Pavilion dv2 ever since it was announced at CES. Mostly because of its good looks and near netbook-like pricing. Also, it seemed like the dv2 could be the best of both worlds – an affordable ultraportable that is almost as...

Recently dropped in price, a litte more costly than a netbook- but much more value, excellent build quality, stylish design, great gaming performance for the money and form-factor, excellent display, better performance than your average netbook, lots...

Mouse trackpad isn't very responsive, trackpad buttons are difficult to push, keyboard has great tactile feedback but still feels somewhat cramped, lots of other new netbooks are coming out with 12.1 and even 13.3″ screens

The HP dv2 is the perfect laptop for the back to school season. Parents and students on a budget will appreciate its affordable price tag. Teens will love the dv2′s design and light weight form-factor, combined with its solid performance and multimedia...

Jul, 2009

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Expert review by : Rob Williams (techgage.com)

HP dv2 12.1" Ultra-Portable Notebook

Finding a decently-sized notebook for an equally decent price can be tough, and it's for that reason that HP's dv2 is so intriguing. As a 12.1" offering, you'd expect it to cost more than $600, but not so. Equipped with AMD's Athlon Neo 64 and other...

What's not to like about an affordable 12.1" notebook ; Clean design and nice aesthetics ; Bright screen with crisp image quality ; Fair amount of peripheral connectivity ; Lightweight (<4lbs) ; Decent battery-life (3 hours) ; Good recovery software...

Incredible amount of "bloatware ; Factory restore takes three hours ; Occasional application stability issues ; Depending on workload, can run very warm after a while

As I mentioned on the first page of this article, the first time I saw the dv2 from HP, I was stoked. So stoked, that I vaguely remember trying to steal it from the meeting I was at. Either I don't remember completely because AMD beat me down, or I...

Jul, 2009

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