HP Envy 14-2090eo Pro Reviews

When equipped with a quad-core Core i7 processor as well as a Radeon HD 6630M graphics card, there is no question that the Envy 14 is exceptionally powerful for its size. Compared to other notebooks with equivalent hardware, the Envy 14 is also relatively affordable. It's a pity that HP had to use such a low-end display to keep the price down. The portable format, powerful components and high quality build would have made it a great choice for power users looking for a convenient form factor, but the display quality will be a major issue for many prospective buyers. HP has apparently learned from past mistakes in the latest Envy 15, which is equipped with a high-end IPS panel. Early revisions of the Envy 14 were also available with higher resolution (1600x900) panels, but this option is not present for this model. Apart from the budget display, the Envy 14 is a very attractive notebook. The design remains largely unchanged from the earlier models, with the exception that a backlit keyboard has been added--a both practical and aesthetically pleasing feature.