HP Pavilion dv5t Launched

Hewlett-Packard released today the HP Pavilion dv5t Entertainment Notebook PC, featuring a 15.4-inch display, Intel’s “Montevina” Centrino 2 mobile platform, and the new finish.

The HP Pavilion dv5t includes the Intel Core 2 Duo 45nm processor at 2 - 2.8GHz, depending on model. There are also the new GMA X4500 integrated graphics, or one of the Nvidia’s dedicated GPUs - GeForce 9200M GS 256MB or GeForce 9600M GT 512MB. The laptop supports up to 4GB of DDR2 memory, up to 320GB of hard drive storage, and a DVD burner or Blu-Ray ROM. The 15.4″ display in this notebook has a resolution of 1280×800 or 1680×1050 pixels, depending on customer’s choice.

Regarding connectivity, the dv5 sports 802.11b/g wireless LAN support or the new Intel Wireless WiFi Link 5100AGN module supporting 802.11n draft standard. There are also an optional Bluetooth module, and an Ethernet LAN port. According to a specifications sheet, the dv5 does not have a built-in modem.

The HP dv5t features Altec Lansing stereo speakers, optional web camera and fingerprint reader, HDMI and VGA outputs, four USB ports (4th shared with eSATA port), an ExpressCard slot, 5-in-1 media card reader, and Infrared receiver.

HP says the dv5t weighs 5.83lbs with a 6 cell battery.

The dv5t includes the newly designed high-glossy HP Imprint 2 Mesh finish with a grid-like pattern in onyx and chrome.

The laptop PC is offered with Windows Vista 32-bit or 64-bit operating system and can be purchased through HP’s website for a starting price of $899.99.