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HP 550 Notebook PC vs HP Compaq 2710p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor U7700 2048M/120G 12.1" WXGA+WVA WVST Bus Notebook PC

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  • 65specifications compared
  • 20differ
  • 45identical
  • 60known for one product only

Key differences

  • Display diagonal
    • 550 Notebook PC:39.1 cm (15.4")
    • Compaq 2710p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor U7700 2048M/120G 12.1" WXGA+WVA WVST Bus Notebook PC:30.7 cm (12.1")
  • Processor family
    • 550 Notebook PC:Intel® Celeron® M
    • Compaq 2710p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor U7700 2048M/120G 12.1" WXGA+WVA WVST Bus Notebook PC:Intel® Core™2 Duo
  • Processor frequency
    • 550 Notebook PC:1.73 GHz
    • Compaq 2710p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor U7700 2048M/120G 12.1" WXGA+WVA WVST Bus Notebook PC:1.33 GHz
  • Processor front side bus
    • 550 Notebook PC:800 MHz
    • Compaq 2710p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor U7700 2048M/120G 12.1" WXGA+WVA WVST Bus Notebook PC:533 MHz
  • Internal memory
    • 550 Notebook PC:1 GB
    • Compaq 2710p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor U7700 2048M/120G 12.1" WXGA+WVA WVST Bus Notebook PC:2 GB
  • HDD speed
    • 550 Notebook PC:5400 RPM
    • Compaq 2710p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor U7700 2048M/120G 12.1" WXGA+WVA WVST Bus Notebook PC:4200 RPM
  • Audio system
    • 550 Notebook PC:HDA
    • Compaq 2710p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor U7700 2048M/120G 12.1" WXGA+WVA WVST Bus Notebook PC:High Definition Audio
  • Wireless technology
    • 550 Notebook PC:Broadcom 802.11 b/g
    • Compaq 2710p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor U7700 2048M/120G 12.1" WXGA+WVA WVST Bus Notebook PC:IEEE 802.11a/b/g, Y

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Comparison of 550 Notebook PC, Compaq 2710p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor U7700 2048M/120G 12.1" WXGA+WVA WVST Bus Notebook PC
125 specifications
Designidentical
Product typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceLaptop
Country of originChinaChina
Display1 differ
Display diagonalDiffers39.1 cm (15.4")30.7 cm (12.1")
Display resolution1280 x 800 pixels1280 x 800 pixels
Native aspect ratio16:1016:10
Processor3 differ
Processor manufacturerIntelIntel
Processor familyDiffersIntel® Celeron® MIntel® Core™2 Duo
Processor modelKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceU7700
Processor coresKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2
Processor threadsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2
Processor frequencyDiffers1.73 GHz1.33 GHz
Processor cache2 MB2 MB
Processor cache typeL2L2
Processor front side busDiffers800 MHz533 MHz
Processor socketKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceLGA 3647 (Socket P)
Processor lithographyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source65 nm
Processor operating modesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source64-bit
Processor codenameKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceMerom
FSB ParityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Thermal Design Power (TDP)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source10 W
TjunctionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source100 °C
Number of Processing Die TransistorsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source291 M
Processing Die sizeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source143 mm²
Processor technologyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceIntel Centrino
Memory1 differ
Internal memoryDiffers1 GB2 GB
Memory clock speed667 MHz667 MHz
Memory slots2x SO-DIMM2x SO-DIMM
Maximum internal memory4 GB4 GB
Memory upgradeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4 GB
Internal memory typeKnown for oneDDR2-SDRAMUnknown — not stated by the source
Storage1 differ
Total storage capacity120 GB120 GB
HDD capacityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source120 GB
HDD speedDiffers5400 RPM4200 RPM
Card reader integratedYesYes
Compatible memory cardsSDSD
HDD interfaceKnown for oneSATAUnknown — not stated by the source
Optical drive typeKnown for oneDVD Super Multi DLUnknown — not stated by the source
Graphicsidentical
Discrete graphics cardYesYes
Discrete graphics card modelIntel® GMA X3100Intel® GMA X3100
Maximum graphics card memory0.384 GB0.384 GB
Audio1 differ
Audio systemDiffersHDAHigh Definition Audio
Number of built-in speakersKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2
Audio includedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHigh Definition Audio, integrated mono speaker, stereo headphone/line out, stereo microphone in, integrated dual microphone array
Cameraidentical
Front cameraNoNo
Network3 differ
Networking featuresDiffersIntel Fast Ethernet Integrated Controller (10/100 NIC)Gigabit Ethernet
Wireless technologyDiffersBroadcom 802.11 b/gIEEE 802.11a/b/g, Y
BluetoothDiffersNoYes
Bluetooth versionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2.0+EDR
Networking typeKnown for oneFast EthernetUnknown — not stated by the source
Ports & interfaces3 differ
USB 2.0 ports quantityDiffers34
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports11
HDMI ports quantity00
DVI portNoNo
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity11
Firewire (IEEE 1394) portsDiffers01
Headphone outputs11
S/PDIF out portNoNo
Microphone inYesYes
Docking connectorNoNo
ExpressCard slotYesYes
CardBus PCMCIA slots quantity00
CardBus PCMCIA slot typeNoNo
SmartCard slotDiffersNoYes
Modem (RJ-11) ports11
TV-in portNoNo
TV-outNoNo
PS/2 ports quantity00
Parallel ports quantity00
Serial ports quantity00
I/O portsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2 USB 2.0 ports, VGA, stereo microphone in, stereo headphone/line out, Firewire (1394a), power connector, RJ-11, RJ-45
Rear portsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1 RJ-45; 1 RJ-11; 1 external VGA monitor; 1 AC power
Keyboardidentical
Pointing deviceKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceTouchpad
Keyboard layoutQWERTYQWERTY
Keyboard typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceFull-sized
Software2 differ
Operating system installedDiffersWindows Vista Home BasicWindows Vista Business
Bundled softwareDiffersHP Backup & Recovery Manager, Roxio Creator Basic 9Additional software available from the Web: HP Client Manager, Java Card Security for HP ProtectTools Preloaded software: PDF Complete, HP Backup and Recovery Manager, HP Help and Support Center, HP QuickLook (Windows Vista only), HP OpenView Radia Management Agent, HP Universal Print Driver, HP Pro
Compatible operating systemsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceGenuine Windows Vista Enterprise, Genuine Windows 2000, SuSe Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 (certified)
Processor special featuresidentical
Embedded options availableKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep TechnologyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Execute Disable BitKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Idle StatesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Intel 64Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Intel Demand Based SwitchingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Intel Trusted Execution TechnologyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Intel® Turbo Boost TechnologyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Processor ARK IDKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source33920
Processor package sizeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source35 x 35 mm
Battery1 differ
Number of battery cells66
Battery life (max)Differs4.5 h5.5 h
Poweridentical
DC-in jackYesYes
Securityidentical
Cable lock slotYesYes
Cable lock slot typeKensingtonKensington
Security management descriptionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceKensington Lock slot, HP Privacy Filter (optional)
Operational conditionsidentical
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 35 °C0 - 35 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 60 °C-20 - 60 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90%10 - 90%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)5 - 95, 5 - 905 - 95, 5 - 90
Certificatesidentical
CertificationKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceENERGY STAR qualified
Weight & dimensions3 differ
WeightDiffers2.49 kg1.6 kg
WidthDiffers358 mm290 mm
DepthDiffers267 mm212 mm
HeightKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source28 mm
Weight (imperial)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source3.7 lb Starting at weight; varies by configuration and component.
Height (front)Known for one3.2 cmUnknown — not stated by the source
Hard driveidentical
Storage drive controllerKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceSMART PATA
Videoidentical
Video card featuresKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceIntel GMA X3100
Other features1 differ
Infrared data portNoNo
Battery typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source6-cell (44 WHr) high capacity Lithium-Ion
Power managementKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source6-cell (44 WHr) Lithium-Ion battery, optional HP 2700 Ultra-Slim Battery (46 WHr)
Power requirementsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceExternal 65W HP Smart AC Adapter, HP Fast Charge 6-cell (44 WHr) Lithium-Ion battery, optional HP 2700 Ultra-Slim Battery (46 WHr)
Power supply typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceExternal 65-watt Smart AC adapter, 6-foot (1.8-meter) power cord included. Total length including external AC adapter is 12 feet (3.66 meter). HP Fast Charge.
Internal modemYesYes
Modem speed56 Kbit/s56 Kbit/s
Modem typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source56K
Manageability featuresKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceIntel Centrino with vPro technology capable
Docking solutionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHP 2700 Slim Expansion Base, HP External MultiBay II
Expansion slotsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceSlots available for additional devices: ExpressCard/54 slot or integrated Smart Card Reader, 1 Secure Digital slot
Multi-bay devicesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceOptional external Multibay II devices
Multimedia featuresKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHigh Definition Audio support w/24-bit DAC; Integrated mono speaker; Integrated microphone; Touch-sensitive controls for volume up, volume down, and mute; Stereo headphone/line out; Stereo microphone in
Protection toolsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHP ProtectTools, TPM Embedded Security Chip 1.2, HP Fingerprint Sensor, optional Smart Card Reader, HP Disk Sanitizer
Supplied AC adapter typeDiffersACAC, 1000
UNSPSC-codeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source43211503
Optical driveidentical
LightScribeKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source

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