HP ProBook 5330M

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 22 expert reviews

Excellent:

1
Good:

8
Average:

8
Bad:

5

Pros:

Attractive housing, Metal construction, Intel vPro for business, Robust software suite.
Excellent build quality, Solid performance in its class, Good backlit keyboard.
Versatile matte display, Durable chassis, Robust suite of security software, Great performance

Cons:

Mediocre battery life, Heavy, Lackluster display.
Limited configuration options, Gets warmer than expected, Good, but not great battery life.

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Last revision on May 10, 2013

Reviewers Liked

Attractive housing, Metal construction, Intel vPro for business, Robust software suite
Excellent build quality, Solid performance in its class, Good backlit keyboard
Versatile matte display, Durable chassis, Robust suite of security software, Great performance
Attractive chassis, keyboard, Robust security options
Sturdy, attractive design, Welldesigned keyboard, Wireless connectivity options
Has a very good, mattefinish LCD panel, Excellent keyboard
Compact and solidly-built, the HP ProBook 5330m is a cleanly made 13-inch business laptop with up-to-date processor specs and a glare-free matte screen
Plenty of security features; backlit keyboard
Solid build quality, Good performance / security specs for the price, Includes a 3G radio
Solid, striking metal chassis; moderate price; fine productivity-apps speed; better-than-average sound

Reviewers Didn't Like

Mediocre battery life, Heavy, Lackluster display
Limited configuration options, Gets warmer than expected, Good, but not great battery life
Heavy, Poor battery life, Can run warm
Runs hot, Includes no optical drive, Graphics capability is limited
No USB 3.0, No optical disc drive
No USB 3.0 support, Lacks builtin optical drive
A spare design and underperforming battery may disappoint road warriors, and it lacks USB 3.0. The Beats Audio improves headphone listening, but speakers still sound middling
Slightly bulky; below average battery life; no USB 3.0 port
Short battery life; no USB 3.0 port; no optical drive

Expert reviews and ratings

The HP ProBook 5330m convinced us in many areas and proved itself as an excellent business companion. Regrettably, there are also a number of things that spoiled the positive impression. Design and workmanship were not one of the problems though - on...

By NotebookCheck on November 26, 2011

In the end, the HP ProBook 5330m is a good looking notebook with a great keyboard and a good screen. Its internal specifications are fine, but the lack of an optical drive and average battery life could be its downfall. It is a bit heavy, too....

By itreviews.com on November 07, 2011

The HP ProBook 5330m is nicely made, with a responsive keyboard, integrated mobile broadband and generally good performance. We'd have liked it even more with an optical drive, USB 3.0 and better battery life. Specifications AudioAudio...

By ZDNet UK on October 27, 2011

HP recently released the ProBook 5330m, a business-oriented notebook with a stylish appearance that easily could be mistaken for a consumer model. The redesign is not accidental, as the company is attempting to woo customers who desire a business...

By Electronista on September 30, 2011

The HP ProBook 5330m would be an excellent ultraportable laptop if only it had the long battery life to go with its sturdy, attractive design and good specification. As such, it's just a good laptop rather than a superb one. If you can live with its...

By IT PRO on September 22, 2011

At the end of the work day, the HP ProBook 5330m is the kind of business laptop you'll be happy to take home. For just $799 or $899 you get a well-equipped notebook with extremely durable construction, good performance an a nice keyboard with LED...

By Notebook Review on September 22, 2011

While slightly more expensive than some other laptops, and handicapped by poor battery life, the HP ProBook 5330m offers a solid combination of hardware and supports it with robust security...

By Digital Trends on September 16, 2011

Back in the day, business laptops were bulky, ugly crates that could splinter the spine of a fully-grown mountain bear. Thankfully that's all in the past, and now modern business portable PCs are not just slim and light, they're also...

By TechRadar on July 26, 2011

We think that the 13.3in ProBook 5330m is a very good notebook overall, thanks to its solid build quality, decent performance, backlit keyboard and useful security features. However, its battery life is too short and it lacks USB 3.0....

By Good Gear Guide on July 24, 2011

The components and design of the HP ProBook 5330M are aimed at business users, but the laptop maintains an aurora of elegance. ...

By PC Mag on July 22, 2011

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