Review of HP EliteBook 820 G3 | Best refurbished laptop of 2020?

We love a top-quality #refurbished #laptop, and here is a cracking example of just that.
In this video, we #review the HP EliteBook 820 G3 laptop, which has an i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 240GB SSD Hard Drive.
The question here is, can this little refurbished business laptop compete in today’s market?
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Gavin Moorhouse has been working in the IT industry for almost twenty years, setting up Lucid Computer Solutions in 2008.
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[@Astronomica999]

I bought mine refurbished a year ago & have upgraded the parts in it since & it works amazing. I'd rate it a 4.4/5 stars for sure. Compact & all the major parts are decently accessible after removing the bottom casing - I only have an i5 processor, but it's still very fast. I use it for everything - school, gaming, facebook

[@AlguienEnSuCasa]

Can you use the usb c for charging the laptop?, I find having to wear a custom charger a 90's problem

[@brents2500]

I picked up a refurbished 840 G3 recently. These are premium notebooks and still have plenty of life left in them.

[@vagelisnikolis4670]

How is the battery life?

[@moonserin]

how is it today?

[@Nico-it4es]

Is it still good?

[@brents2500]

@@Nico-it4es I wouldn't recommed one today because they lack official Windows 11 support. Go with a G5 or newer.

[@Nico-it4es]

@@brents2500 don’t really care about windows 11 just need a quality pc to last daily use & Fl studio or photoshop here & thete

[@mathewdempsey16]

Got one of these new in 2016, still use it all the time. Great computer!

[@alexistarr]

I'm typing this comment on this very model, same specs except mine has 16GB of RAM. The build quality is superb. I've had it a couple of years, picking it up from CEX for £350, and one of the first things I did when I got it was to replace Windows with Linux. I've just upgraded to the Debian 12 Linux distro, which is lightening fast on this machine.

[@ceph042]

Recently picked up the 840 G3 for £290 off Amazon. Consistently fast and upgraded to 16gb. For the price its simply amazing. A laptop that once cost £1000 in 2016 it's a good value imo!

[@atharvmahamuni2901]

thx for the review....bought it today

[@stalker-svk]

bought one few weeks ago with i7, LTE modem and IPS FHD screen, upgraded RAM to 16 GB, SSD samsung 980 and use it as travel laptop

[@kike4791]

Just caught a refurb 820G3, i5 6200U, 8GB-DDR4, 500GB, new battery and charger, for 160 pounds, Win10PRO. I was vulturing and nobody bidding. It's not an i7, but still an i5-6200U is still valid.

[@dreyyy1023]

Um,my dad bought me that idk if it's that laptop but it's that elitebook 820 g3 i7 7th gen windows 10 pro?

[@mr_greenhorn]

can i increase ssd can is add ssd and hdd on same time

[@helmiyadi1868]

I got it for around 235 poundsterling in my country, loved it

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

Nice!

[@christineperry87]

I have been looking at the different between the 820 G1 and the G3 and didn’t know which one. Loved your review . Thanks

[@sundunefeather9448]

Also, would you reccommend this for gaming 3d games?(Specifically The Sims 3, if you know anything about that)

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

No I wouldn't recommend this for 3D gaming - I'm not sure how smoothly the games would run.

[@accenttalkinstitute]

Under 15k available any laptop

[@hazelgriffith4515]

Can the battery be removed?

[@tracyking5225]

Does this come with a HDMI port? I just purchased one and had another monitor I have to connect to it for work

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

It does indeed.

[@InegoMinblan]

No hdmi ?

[@NerdyNewfie]

I have a desktop now and I'm looking at buying a second laptop for some video editing and streaming for my KZbin channel. It's an Elitebook 820 G3 12.5" Laptop - Intel Core i5-6300U-2.4GHZ - 16GB RAM - 256GB SSD. Would this be a good option? From what you explained I'm this video it's seems like it would do the job. What would you suggest? Thanks!

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

You have to be careful with video editing, this is really intensive of the computer, and something with a newer/higher end processor might be better for this job.

[@julius23]

Ty, now I'm going to buy a 850 G3 refurbished.

[@sameerhussain4959]

Hey, how's it?

[@ksi_secretace7270]

Would this be good for streaming? Looking for a cheap and affordable windows 10 laptop.

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

It would be perfect for that.

[@Darkness836Shadows]

I just bought one today for $180

[@Blackadder75]

I got 2 of these for FREE! (unfortunately not really these, they were both only i3s ) but still, all the other parts are exactly the same, the RAM, SSD , the lot so stil nice to get for nothing... For light jobs that don't really need the i7 brainpower.

[@sunnialiber4868]

I'm looking to purchase one of these, need it for work, Microsoft office, zoom etc. In your opinion would it keep its speed for 3 years ish? Thanks From 🇨🇦.

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

Honestly - probably not, as three years is a long time in computer world.

[@Renegade4Life]

A 16gb ddr4 / i7 6th gen version of this can it work smoothly with unity / firebase / unreal engine programming / autocad / rhinoceros 3d / photoshop / sony vegas / photoshop these type of programs in general i mean ? And about occasional gaming can it run smoothly csgo/hearthstone/lol ?

[@edhardn]

Got the same question as you

[@AhmedEu]

Is this laptop any good for photoshop illustrator and android programming

[@nicozica]

I have one, it does the job quite well. I suggest using an external display though. The screen quality is very poor for design programs.

[@vejluxury6391]

Can capcut video editing software runs perfectly on the laptop

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

I don't know.

[@yusuftajbhai2662]

Bought one, WiFi not working. Only showing airplane mode, network and cellular. No WiFi mode? Help

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

I know this might sound silly, but you haven't got the Wifi button showing as orange have you? Press that, it goes white, and enables wifi.

[@muchogittyhousemusic3037]

Got 3 laptops (one is old and slow as balls but still have some docs on there). I have a elitebook g3. Not the most stylish on the market today but the design is great. So light, like carrying around a folder, careful not to drop it because it’s got no weight haha. Can handle run of the mill video editing and unremarkable games. Professional editing and processor hungry games will NOT run smoothly. Aside from CPU intensive, it’s a snappy fella. Fast enough. A little glitchy time to time but no complaints, ie vanishing mouse. Perhaps I need to update some drivers n stuff. Come in i5 and i7, would pay the roughly £550 (refurbished) and get the i7 cuz better if you’re a KZbinr or want to multitask. This laptop is a bit awkward with power. Often if the charger’s plugged in and you’re multitasking or sometimes just multitasking with heavy cpu/gpu generally, he gets loud and overcompensates so prefer using him unplugged. Overall, watching videos, standard applications, document making all smooth. Nice speakers, very fast boot up. snappy snappy! but: crap camera Another point: maybe invest in an external hard drive mates

[@danielolumese9083]

Helpful review. Thanks

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

Some good points there, thank you.

[@zulfphotography]

I picked up one for £220 with a case and 256ssd. It's great for typing

[@deanpramadyagading6050]

Can used for editing video like adobe? And support for any design? How long hours power of laptop? (sorry for my bad English)

[@zulfphotography]

@@deanpramadyagading6050 No i wouldn't recommend for any video editing unless your only editing 720p footage maybe that would be a push.

[@deanpramadyagading6050]

@@zulfphotography Why is it because it getting overheating ? How long time hours life of battery btw? Is more than 4 hours?

[@zulfphotography]

@@deanpramadyagading6050 nope it's not a video editing laptop and the graphics won't cope with the intense video editing requirements. Check the minimum requirements for the software

[@kimcharwensvlog]

but doesnt have installed camera correct?

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

Can't remember, this a while ago!

[@chrisbrice5140]

Can we work from home with it like call center systems ..

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

Yes, should be fine for that type of work.

[@largo303]

How are the batteries on these refurbished laptops?

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

Basically pot luck, with no warranty on the battery itself. Best to assume you may need to replace it, but they aren't much.

[@ozkarz4231]

what material is it made of?

[@Evination23]

Some magnesium alloy (no plastic)

[@whoami9586]

Can i run photoshop, premiere pro and run codes on it....plz reply sir....

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

No I'd advise against that.

[@user-mt4yq4pf7k]

@@LucidComputerSolutionswhy

[@i.alegre9401]

HP Elitebook 820 G4 i7 16GB RAM 240G SSD, 600€

[@johnw9556]

Would this still be a good laptop to buy as a refurb? Literally just want it to play Football Manager at a good speed, have option to upgrade to 16G RAM, all in for €280

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

I would probably go for a newer refurb in 2023, as you can probably get something higher spec for the same cost.

[@user-zy6qs6tk5p]

Something like what

[@MattOfficialOnYoutube]

Can you edit 1080p on Premiere Pro with this laptop?

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

No

[@user-mt4yq4pf7k]

@@LucidComputerSolutionswhy

[@sserunkumajoel2229]

how is the sound qualite

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

I can't comment on that, the video is dated and I no longer have access to this laptop.

[@stanleynjoro5420]

Is it compatible with adobe Photoshop? kindly answer me

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

Not really.

[@user-mt4yq4pf7k]

@@LucidComputerSolutions why

[@maqsoodawaheed5770]

Is it useful for graphic or textile designing or not?

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

No.

[@barakahmohamed8019]

👍

[@pauliks5218]

is the battery removable? can it be run on AC only?

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

The more important question is, why would you want to do that?

[@pauliks5218]

@@LucidComputerSolutions it will run 24/7 and i dont want charge the battery all the time. less heat, less powercost, less damage to battery. the more important question is, why didnt u just answer my question?

[@M.0o0_7]

كويس ✨

[@techtricks9412]

There not a sd..... There are sim card slot????

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

It has both.

[@JimBob-vg2og]

Got this but HP 820-G3/i5-6200U/16GB RAM/256GB SSD for £120 on CeX but I used vouchers so actually spent about £55 cash, bargain!

[@JimBob-vg2og]

Two year warranty

[@abdulmoneem8683]

best

[@psfgtech]

Can i put linux mint on it?

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

100%

[@Taylor-411]

Got the i7 6500u for 475 I think it's still a good deal

[@sheourgurl3075]

Is it able to run games well on medium graphics with discord open?

[@sserunkumajoel2229]

can it be used for programming

[@mohammedfahim8365]

Yes it can. I'm using it for programming for a while

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

Depends on what you're programming. Visual basic, then yes.

[@mohamedkeraghel4969]

Hi bro, Could you please provide HP elitebook 820 g3 driver for SIM card? Thanks in advance.

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

All the drivers for that laptop are here: support.hp.com/gb-en/drivers/selfservice/hp-elitebook-820-g3-notebook-pc/7815289

[@mohamedkeraghel4969]

@@LucidComputerSolutions THANKS BRO

[@lady7975]

Please i need its schematic

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

Visit the HP website for this type of thing

[@lady7975]

I can't find it can you help me please 🥺🥺🥺🥺

[@lauretahoti7696]

is this laptop good for programming

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

Yes

[@mortalman1859]

@@LucidComputerSolutions I use mine for programming and it works perfectly fine. I can even play fifa 19 with mine smoothly

[@edhardn]

@@mortalman1859 would you say is a good buy for music production?

[@mortalman1859]

@@edhardn Yes.. Very good buy . But it has a small storage of 256ssd with an internal slot for another hard drive. Apart from the small storage capacity, its specs are good.

[@edhardn]

@@mortalman1859 thanks, looking into it

[@insidebangladesh2514]

i bougt one , 2nd hnd

[@kouchmounir3565]

How much u bought it?

[@enhanceduk4642]

Worst hinges snap or the base snaps

[@psfgtech]

Where?

[@izuchukwuobilom9066]

Core i5 or i7?

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

I think this was one was an i5.

[@psfgtech]

Both i5 & i7 going run fast, I'm putting on Linux Mint or Fedora

[@darkalligator]

Hope microsodt reconsider windows 11 for this

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

They won't, the hardware is too old.

[@psfgtech]

How about an i5? Thats pretty fast in my opinion

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

All depends on the generation.

[@niazchoudhury9144]

my one lasts one hour on Windows but If I use any other os apart from Windows it lasts 5 hours

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

Must be other OS's being better with power management.

[@niazchoudhury9144]

@@LucidComputerSolutions I use Zorin OS core on it right now

[@andrieliqueiroz8680]

Is it good to play?

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

You mean to play games? It's more of a business laptop than a gaming laptop.

[@andrieliqueiroz8680]

@@LucidComputerSolutions ok thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@zulfphotography]

Most it can handle is Roblox and Minecraft

[@erikasdiary3111]

@@zulfphotography really? good to know because ill get a laptop for school and might wanna play roblox and Minecraft

[@ziyadarif5781]

@@erikasdiary3111 yes

[@pietroalbertini8947]

non è la porta sd è la docking station!!!

[@VOKERNOS]

My fingerprints doesn't work

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

Is it your fingers or the laptop?

[@VOKERNOS]

@@LucidComputerSolutions I solve the problem already thx

[@mapuusko1661]

@@LucidComputerSolutions😂

[@kemynemerem9057]

Idk if this is still a good buy. I have a $350 budget

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

It is still a good buy, but given this was a couple of years ago, there is probably higher spec refurbished laptops around for the same budget.

[@Thatcityboy697]

@@LucidComputerSolutions could you recommend 1?

[@innocentkhayo125]

Its really a bad laptop.Doesent even have an HDMI port.

[@LucidComputerSolutions]

I think it's decent value.