HP Envy
| Company type | Product line |
|---|---|
| Industry | Consumer electronics |
| Predecessor | Voodoo Envy |
| Founded | October 15, 2009 |
| Headquarters | Palo Alto , United States |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Products | Laptops, desktop computers, printers |
| Owner | HP Inc. |
HP ENVY represents a series of premium consumer laptops, desktop computers, and printers produced and marketed by HP Inc. since 2009. Initially introduced as an upscale variant of the HP Pavilion range, it evolved into a standalone brand over time.
History
The HP Envy line debuted on October 15, 2009, starting with the Envy 13 and Envy 15 models. This series succeeded the Voodoo Envy following HP's acquisition of VoodooPC in 2006. Subsequently, HP broadened the collection to include the Envy 14 and Envy 17 versions. Key market rivals comprised Acer's Aspire, Dell's Inspiron and XPS lines, Lenovo's IdeaPad, Samsung Sens, and Toshiba Satellite.
In 2010, HP concentrated its efforts primarily on the Envy 14 and Envy 17 units.
By 2012, the Pavilion series was rebranded under the Envy name, featuring enhancements such as Beats Audio speakers and dedicated Nvidia graphics cards. This refreshed lineup incorporated both conventional notebooks and the convertible HP Envy x2.
In 2014, HP standardized the Envy range to include models with 13-, 14-, 15-, and 17-inch screens while expanding the Envy brand into desktop computers and printers.
In May 2024, HP declared plans to retire the Envy brand alongside Pavilion and Spectre as part of a brand consolidation initiative. Going forward, consumer PCs (excluding HP Omen) will be launched under the revived Omni branding—bringing back the OmniBook name discontinued in 2002 after Compaq's merger. The Omni brand will emphasize devices incorporating next-generation AI capabilities.
Notebook models
The early 2013 Envy series consisted of three Ultrabook variants: Envy 4 TouchSmart, Envy 4, and Envy 6.
Envy x2
The HP Envy x2 spans two iterations of 2-in-1 PC devices.
- The initial generation, released in 2012, is an 11.6-inch detachable hybrid featuring a touchscreen compatible with an active stylus. Its keyboard dock includes two USB 2.0 ports, a full-size HDMI output, and an SD card reader. Powered by a 1.8GHz Intel Atom Z2760 processor, it originally shipped with Windows 8 and supports an upgrade to Windows 10 Home. However, it does not support newer Windows functionalities introduced in the Windows 10 Creators Update, although security updates were provided through 2023.
- The second generation debuted in 2017 as a Windows 10-based hybrid tablet with a 12.3-inch display, active stylus compatibility, and a detachable keyboard reminiscent of Microsoft's Surface Pro. It boasts up to 20 hours of battery life and offers built-in 4G LTE connectivity. Available configurations include an ARM-powered Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 running Windows 10 S (upgradeable to Pro) and seventh-generation Intel Core i-series processors paired with Windows 10 Home. Both versions feature limited physical connectivity options: one USB-C 3.1 port and a microSD card slot.
Envy 13
The original Envy 13 from 2009 is equipped with a mobile 1.86GHz CULV Core 2 Duo CPU, 3GB DDR3 RAM, and entry-level ATI Radeon Mobility 4330 graphics. It sports a 13.1-inch HP LED Ultra BrightView Infinity display at , with an optional upgrade to an HP Radiance Infinity Display at .
The model released in 2017 upgrades to an eighth-generation Intel Core i7-8565U processor, incorporates 16GB DDR4 memory, NVIDIA GeForce MX250 graphics card, a 512GB solid-state drive, all housed within an aluminum chassis.
The version launched in 2020 features a 13.3-inch Full HD screen, tenth-generation Intel Core processor, 8GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. It weighs approximately 1.3 kg with dimensions measuring 307 x 195 x 16.9 mm.
Envy 14
The 2010 iteration of the Envy 14 features a 14.5-inch HP BrightView Infinity LED screen with a resolution of , driven by Intel Core CPUs and equipped with mid-range ATI Radeon Mobility 5650 graphics that support dynamic GPU switching to optimize both performance and battery longevity. Its specifications include an 8-cell lithium-ion battery, a backlit keyboard, Intel Wireless-N combined with Bluetooth connectivity, and a slot-loading DVD±RW optical drive. A special Beats edition is distinguished by its all-black exterior and a keyboard illuminated with red backlighting.
In mid-2011, HP unveiled the second-generation Envy 14, which offered up to a quad-core Intel Core i7 processor clocked at 2.3GHz, standard 6GB DDR3 RAM expandable to 16GB, and a backlit keyboard. The graphics subsystem was enhanced with a hybrid setup combining Intel GMA 3000 and AMD Radeon HD 6630M GPUs. Notably, the display resolution was lowered to .
HP Envy x360
| Model | 15-eu1000 | 15-ey0000 | 15-ew0000 | 15-es2000 | 15-ey1000 | 15-fh0000 | 15-fe0000 | 15-ew1000 | 15-fe1000 | 16-ac0000 | 16-ad0000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Release Year | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | ||||||||
| Processor Series | Ryzen 5000 | Intel Core 12th Gen | Ryzen 7000 | Intel Core 13th Gen | Intel Core Ultra 100 Series | Ryzen 8000 | |||||
| Screen Size | 15.6" | 16" | |||||||||
The HP Envy x360 lineup consists of convertible laptops equipped with hinges that rotate a full 360 degrees.
The inaugural model debuted in 2014, showcasing a 15.6-inch IPS Full HD panel alongside 8GB of RAM, a 1TB hard drive, a fourth-generation Intel Core processor, and options for AMD Radeon or Nvidia GeForce graphics. Subsequent generations saw upgrades including Broadwell (5th generation Intel Core) processors in 2015 and Skylake (6th generation Intel Core) chips in 2016. Models from 2017 expanded processor choices to include AMD’s A9, A12, and FX series. In 2018, HP added the first-ever 13-inch variant to the Envy x360 portfolio. The most recent releases in 2023 carry "IMAX Enhanced certification," highlighting their focus on delivering superior multimedia experiences for discerning users.
Envy 15
The Envy 15 is equipped with mobile Intel Core i7 and Core i5 processors, featuring 4 and 2 cores respectively, and can accommodate up to 16GB of RAM through four DIMM slots, two of which are user-accessible. It utilizes a 40nm ATI Mobility Radeon HD 5830 graphics card with 1GB of dedicated video memory. The laptop sports a 15.6-inch HP LED screen available in both (TN) and (IPS) panel options.
Its webcam includes night-vision functionality enabled by an infrared sensor. Storage configurations vary from a single 2.5-inch SATA drive to dual 1.8-inch SATA drives, with some setups offering dual 160GB solid-state drives. The HP ENVY m6-1225dx model, launched in January 2013, featured a dual-core Intel Core i5-3230M processor running at 2.6GHz (boosting up to 3.2GHz with Turbo Boost) and came preinstalled with Windows 8.
The Full HD "Radiance" display has been noted for rendering reds with an orange tint; HP addressed this issue by releasing the MyDisplay software utility, although it does not fully correct the inherent hardware limitation.
Starting in May 2013, HP updated the Envy lineup with models containing fourth-generation Haswell Core i7 processors and optional Nvidia GT 740M graphics equipped with 2GB of dedicated VRAM. These versions also introduced hybrid storage solutions featuring 1TB hard drives.
Envy 17
The Envy 17 offers an optional Blu-ray drive and includes a backlit keyboard similar to the Envy 14. It supports an optional display panel, multiple storage configurations including dual hard drives or SSDs, and features Eyefinity technology that allows connection of up to three monitors via VGA, Mini DisplayPort, and HDMI ports. Graphics are powered by ATI Radeon HD 5850 with GDDR5 memory.
- Envy 17 3D
- The Envy 17 3D model incorporates a specialized 3D display alongside HP’s proprietary 3D glasses. Recent iterations come equipped with Intel Core processors from the 10th or 11th generation and graphics options up to the GeForce MX330.
Discontinued models
By October 2012, production of the Envy models including the Envy 13, Envy 14, Envy 15, and Envy 17 was paused temporarily. The initial model debuted on October 15, 2009. These laptops featured a standard battery complemented by an optional slice battery that more than doubled operational time but increased both weight and thickness. Their construction involved layered magnesium and aluminum materials accented with subtle design etching. The relatively large AC adapter was designed to power both the laptop and its batteries simultaneously.
Envy Dv6
The Envy Dv6 is a successor to the HP Envy 15, offering a 15.6-inch form factor similar to the Pavilion dv6 series. It weighs approximately , features an aluminum body, and provides customization options such as a matte Full HD display, multi-touch touchpad functionality, and up to a 1.5TB hard drive capacity. Operating on Windows 8, it supports Nvidia GTX 650M graphics, includes a backlit keyboard, and integrates Beats audio technology. There are two main variants: the Dv6 equipped with AMD processors and the Dv6t featuring Intel Core i7 Mobile CPUs.
In November 2015, HP refreshed the Dv6 lineup by adding a Full HD screen, increasing storage up to a 1.5TB HDD, upgrading to Windows 10, incorporating Intel Core i7 processors at maximum performance levels, Nvidia GeForce GT900M graphics cards, a redesigned "lifted" hinge mechanism, and B&O Play audio enhancements.
Envy Dv7
Renamed as the Envy 17t in 2013, the Dv7 series integrated Intel Haswell processors combined with Intel HD Graphics 4600 and optional Nvidia GT 740M GPUs along with Blu-ray drive support.
The Envy Dv7 is positioned as a high-end laptop featuring a large 17.3-inch display that replaced the earlier HP Envy 17 model while sharing design similarities with the Pavilion dv7 line. This model weighs roughly , comes with a matte TN LCD panel, multi-touch touchpad capabilities, dual hard drive bays supporting up to two drives of 1TB each, runs Windows 8 OS, is powered by Intel Core i7 Mobile processors paired with Nvidia GT 650M graphics cards, includes a backlit keyboard and Beats Audio system within an aluminum chassis. Variants consist of the Dv7z outfitted with AMD processors and the more powerful Dv7t utilizing Intel CPUs.
Envy 14 Spectre
The Envy 14 Spectre is a 14-inch ultrabook that weighs approximately four pounds. It boasts a vibrant display protected by Gorilla Glass on both the screen and palm rest, a button-free multi-touch trackpad, an NFC chip, and a solid-state drive. This model operates on Windows 7. It was discontinued from HP's 2013 Envy series when the Spectre line became a separate product range.
Envy Spectre XT
Launched in 2012 and phased out from the 2013 Envy collection, the 13-inch Envy Spectre XT ultrabook features a buttonless multi-touch trackpad, solid-state storage, and runs Windows 7.
- Envy Spectre XT Pro: This variant includes a TPM module and comes pre-installed with Windows 7 Pro.
Desktop models
HP's Envy desktop range encompasses models such as the Envy H8, Envy 700, Envy H9, Envy Phoenix 800, Phoenix 860, and Phoenix H9. These desktops offer diverse configurations aimed at both general consumers and gaming enthusiasts.
All-in-One desktop models
The lineup also features ENVY 32, ENVY 34 Curved, and ENVY 27 All-in-One PCs.
Recalls
In 2019, HP issued a recall for select Envy laptop models due to battery defects. Customers were advised to verify their devices for potential issues and seek refunds if their units were impacted. The recalled models included:
- HP ENVY m6
- HP ENVY 15
Printers
Since 2013, HP has marketed numerous all-in-one printers under the Envy brand, including models like the Envy 100, 110, 120, 4500, 4520, and 5530. The Envy printer series comprises over fifty different models.