Hp 250 G7 8TH GEN Intel Core I5 8GB 512 SSD Wins 10

The 250 G7 looks much like the 255 G6, although there are some minor changes. HP has redistributed the ports and has moved the fan vents from the side as they are on the 255 G6. Likewise, the battery is no longer removable and now sits under the bottom case. We shall cover the ramifications of this in greater detail in the Maintenance section of this review.The case also has a textured finish that makes it look sturdy and helps it stand out somewhat from other 15.6-inch business laptops. The keyboard deck also only bows slightly while typing, which is impressive considering that the 250 G7 is mostly made from plastic. Our review unit hardly creaks when we try to bend and deform it too, although the display lid is flimsier and does groan when we apply pressure with our hands. Likewise, we can make wave patterns on the display by pressing hard against the back of the lid.The 250 G7 inherits almost all its ports from its predecessor. HP has omitted the now largely obsolete VGA port, although it has failed to include anything in its place. An additional USB port would have been nice as there are only three Type-A ports, one of which operates at USB 2.0 speeds. The other two are USB 3.0, for reference. Including a USB Type-C port would have addressed both these gripes as it can be used for data transfer or as a video output with the corresponding cable.SD Card ReaderOne of the criticisms we had with the 250 G6 was its slow SD card reader. While it was on par with many of its competitors, it was considerably slower than laptops with card readers that operate at USB 3.0. Our current review unit has a marginally faster SD card reader than its predecessor, but it is nowhere near the speeds that the LifeBook A357 achieved in the same tests.AccessoriesThe 250 G7 comes with a 45-W power supply and the usual literature that OEMs include with laptops such as a quick start guide and warranty information. HP does not sell any 250 G7 specific accessories on its website, but it does sell general accessories such as laptop bags, screen protectors and power banks to name but a few.