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2020 HP 17 Series

Intel Core 10th and AMD Ryzen 3000 Generations

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The HP 17 (2020) is the pre-redesign generation of HP's 17.3-inch consumer laptop, sold in two parallel hardware families: the Intel 17-by generation built on 8th/10th-generation Core processors, and the AMD 17-ca generation built on Ryzen 3000-series processors. This is a noticeably different machine from the 2021 and newer HP 17: it uses the older, thicker chassis (no lift-hinge), commonly includes a DVD writer and a wired Ethernet (RJ-45) port, frequently ships with a spinning hard drive, and has no USB-C port. If your 17-inch HP has a DVD drive, it is almost certainly a 2020-or-earlier unit. Because this model shipped in many processor, memory, storage, and display combinations across both CPU brands, your exact configuration dictates the final resale price. Select your components using our tool above to view an instant cash offer for your exact device.

2020 model 17-by (Intel) 17-ca (AMD) Pre-redesign · DVD · no USB-C

Intel configurations — 17-by (2020)

Processor (CPU)

  • Intel Core i5-1035G1 — 4 cores, 8 threads, up to 3.6 GHz, 6MB cache (10th-gen)
  • Intel Core i7-1065G7 — 4 cores, 8 threads, up to 3.9 GHz (10th-gen)
  • Entry trims also shipped with Intel Core i3-10110U, Pentium, or Celeron processors, and earlier 8th-gen carryover chips

Graphics (GPU)

  • Intel UHD Graphics (most units), or Intel Iris Plus on the i7-1065G7
  • No discrete GPU on most 2020 units (some earlier 17-by trims offered an optional Radeon 530/540)

Memory (RAM)

  • DDR4-2400 / DDR4-2666 (slower than the DDR4-3200 in 2021+ models)
  • Factory options of 4GB, 8GB, 12GB, or 16GB
  • Two SO-DIMM slots on most Intel units, user-upgradable (commonly to 16GB)

Storage

  • 1TB or 2TB 5400 rpm SATA hard drive (common on this generation)
  • Or 128GB–512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD; many units pair a small SSD with a 1TB HDD
  • An SSD-only unit quotes higher than an HDD or HDD+SSD configuration

AMD configurations — 17-ca (2020)

Processor (CPU)

  • AMD Ryzen 3 3250U — 2 cores, 4 threads, up to 3.5 GHz
  • AMD Ryzen 5 3500U — 4 cores, 8 threads, up to 3.7 GHz, 6MB cache
  • Entry trims also shipped with Ryzen 3 3200U or Athlon-class processors

Graphics (GPU)

  • AMD Radeon Vega Graphics (Vega 3 / Vega 8 depending on processor)
  • No discrete GPU option

Memory (RAM)

  • DDR4-2400
  • Factory options of 4GB, 8GB, 12GB, or 16GB
  • Upgradability varies by configuration — some Ryzen units have the maximum already installed, so confirm before assuming a unit can be expanded

Storage

  • 2TB 7200 rpm or 1TB 5400 rpm SATA hard drive, or M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD, or SSD + HDD
  • Factory SSD capacities of 128GB, 256GB, or 512GB
  • An SSD-only unit quotes higher than an HDD configuration

A note when quoting: the 2020 generation predates the lift-hinge redesign, so it carries features the newer HP 17 dropped — an optional DVD writer, a wired Ethernet port, and (on Intel units) easily accessible memory. It also predates USB-C entirely. Two things drive value most here: storage type (a fast SSD is worth notably more than a 5400 rpm hard drive), and whether the unit runs current Windows. Select the storage type, memory, and capacities your laptop currently reports in Windows when quoting.

Display & audio

Display

17.3-inch anti-glare WLED-backlit display at 60Hz. Two main panel tiers appeared in 2020: HD+ (1600 × 900) SVA (TN-class, the most common option) or FHD (1920 × 1080) IPS on higher trims. A touch option was available on some HD+ units. Brightness is modest, and the HD+ SVA panels have narrower viewing angles than the FHD IPS option.

Audio

Dual stereo speakers with an integrated digital microphone. Higher trims used DTS Studio Sound tuning.

Ports & connectivity

The 2020 chassis has a more traditional port set than the later redesign, including a wired Ethernet jack and an optical drive bay, but no USB-C. Port layout is the same on Intel and AMD units.

Left Side
  • 2× USB-A 3.1 Gen 1 SuperSpeed (5Gbps)
  • 1× USB 2.0 Type-A
  • 1× HDMI 1.4b
  • 1× RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet
  • 1× AC smart-pin power jack (DC-in)
Right Side & Extras
  • 1× DVD writer (SuperMulti optical drive) on most trims
  • 1× Multi-format SD media card reader
  • 1× 3.5mm headphone/microphone combo jack
  • No USB-C port on this generation

Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) or Wi-Fi 6 (AX201) Bluetooth 4.2 / 5 Gigabit Ethernet

Battery, build & more

Battery & charging

3-cell 41 Whr lithium-ion battery paired with a 45W Smart AC adapter, rated for roughly 6–9 hours of everyday use depending on configuration.

Camera & mic

HP TrueVision 720p HD webcam with an integrated digital microphone. No camera privacy shutter on this generation.

Keyboard

Full-size island-style keyboard with dedicated numeric keypad; backlighting is available on select trims. This is the pre-lift-hinge keyboard deck.

Build & cooling

Plastic chassis in the older, thicker pre-redesign form factor. Single-fan cooling. Offered in Jet Black, Natural Silver, and other finishes by region.

Weight & dimensions

≈ 2.5 kg (about 5.4 lb) — heavier than the 2021+ redesign. Roughly 415 × 272 × 24.4 mm (16.33" × 10.72" × 0.96"), notably thicker than later models.

Operating system

Windows 10 (as shipped); many units are upgradable to Windows 11 where hardware supports it, and some entry units shipped in Windows 10 in S mode.

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I confirm I have the 2020 HP 17, and is it Intel or AMD?
Check the regulatory label on the bottom cover, or open Settings → System → About in Windows. A model number beginning 17-by is the Intel version; 17-ca is the AMD version. The quickest physical tell is the chassis itself: if your 17-inch HP has a DVD drive and a wired Ethernet port but no USB-C, it is this pre-redesign 2020-era generation, not the slimmer 2021+ lift-hinge model. The processor confirms it: Intel units run a Core i5-1035G1 or i7-1065G7, while AMD units run a Ryzen 3 3250U or Ryzen 5 3500U. Check our guide to finding your laptop's model number for full steps.
02 Can I trade in a 2020 HP 17 with wear or system issues?
Yes. We purchase older HP 17 laptops in all operational states, Intel or AMD. Whether your unit runs like new, has a worn battery, a noisy fan, a failing hard drive, a non-working DVD drive, a cracked screen, or a broken hinge, adjusting your condition grading choices above will lock in a firm cash value. Older units still hold trade-in value, especially those with an SSD or the FHD IPS display.
03 Should I wipe or remove my drive before shipping?
We recommend saving your personal files to an external drive or cloud storage and signing out of your account before packaging. You don't need to remove the hard drive or SSD yourself — our technical team runs certified, multi-pass data sanitation on every incoming drive, including the spinning hard drives common in this generation. If your laptop has both an SSD and an HDD, leave both installed; we wipe all drives. Review the steps on our data erasure protocols page.
04 Which 2020 configurations raise my trade-in value the most?
On this generation, value is driven mainly by storage type, processor, memory, and display. A Core i7-1065G7 or Ryzen 5 3500U with 16GB of RAM, a single fast SSD (rather than a spinning hard drive), and the FHD (1920 × 1080) IPS panel will quote higher than an entry trim with a Ryzen 3 or Core i3, 4–8GB, a 5400 rpm hard drive, and the HD+ SVA screen. Solid-state storage makes the biggest difference; an HDD-only unit quotes lowest. Keep in mind that, as an older model, the overall ceiling on value is lower than the 2021-and-newer HP 17 generations.
05 My 2020 HP 17 has a DVD drive and no USB-C — is that normal?
Yes — that's exactly what this generation is. The 2020 HP 17 (17-by and 17-ca) uses the older chassis with an optional DVD writer, a wired Ethernet port, and USB-A ports, but no USB-C. HP only added USB-C and dropped the optical drive starting with the 2021 lift-hinge redesign. The presence of a DVD drive is the easiest way to tell you have a pre-2021 unit.
06 What is the turnaround for my cash payout?
Once your HP 17 arrives at our diagnostics lab and our intake team completes functional testing, payment is approved within two working days. We pay through fast electronic methods such as PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or CashApp, or by physical check mailed to you. Your prepaid shipping label is completely free and fully insured from start to finish.