The magnesium and aluminium finish, and the rounded corners of the Dragonfly give HP Dragonfly G4 an ultra-premium look, something that could even give the Apple MacBook a run for its money. While the matte metal finish may appear to be heavy, the notebook weighs only 999 gm. It also gives tough competition to HP Spectre x360
Dragonfly has a brilliant 13.5-inch touchscreen, with 180° hinge; if you’re concerned about privacy, say on a plane, the touch of a button ensures the screen is obscured for your neighbours
The large trackpad and the fingerprint scanner above it also aid ease of use. Even with the sleek design, HP has managed to squeeze in all connectivity ports. The built-in 5MP camera with 88° field-of-view is great for video calls and recording; plus you can connect a second camera and use both simultaneously
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Sound by Bang & Olufsen is not only good for meetings or watching the occasional video; you can even listen to music on the speakers
Powering the notebook is the latest 13th-generation Intel Core i7 processor, which not only handles everyday tasks such as word processing, web browsing and video streaming with ease, but also manages demanding ones like gaming and audio and video editing without breaking a sweat
With the solidity of Windows 11 Pro, it also has privacy and security features such as a webcam disable key and HP’s Wolf Security
With normal usage, the battery lasts for around 10 hours. Even the compact charger, with its beautifully braided cable, feels premium
The HP Dragonfly G4 may not have a single disruptive feature, but the sum total of all its nifty touches and premium features results in a stellar experience that you grow to appreciate with time