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2025 HP 17 Series

Intel Core Ultra Series 2

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The HP 17 (2025, Model 17-cn5xxx) is the newest generation of HP's mainstream 17.3-inch consumer laptop, released in 2025 as the first HP 17 built on Intel's Core Ultra (Series 2) platform. It marks the line's biggest internal jump in years: a move from DDR4 to faster DDR5 memory, a 12-core Intel Core Ultra 7 processor with a dedicated AI Boost NPU, and a Copilot key for Windows 11 AI features. It keeps the familiar 2021-era lift-hinge chassis, full-size keyboard with numeric keypad, and 17.3-inch widescreen footprint. Because the 2025 model shipped in many memory, storage, and display combinations, 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.

2025 model 17-cn5xxx Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) DDR5 + NPU

Core hardware configurations (2025)

Processor (CPU)

  • Intel Core Ultra 7 255U — 12 cores (2P + 10E), 14 threads, up to 5.2 GHz, 12MB cache
  • Intel Core Ultra 5 225U — on select lower trims
  • Includes Intel AI Boost NPU rated at ~12 TOPS for on-device AI tasks

Graphics (GPU)

  • Integrated Intel Graphics (Core Ultra Series 2)
  • No discrete GPU option on this line — this is an integrated-graphics productivity laptop

Memory (RAM)

  • DDR5-5600 — a generational upgrade from the DDR4 used in 2024 and earlier HP 17 units
  • Factory options of 8GB or 16GB
  • Soldered to the board and not user-upgradable — HP lists the memory as not customer-accessible, so the installed capacity is permanent

Storage

  • M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Factory capacities of 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB
  • Single M.2 slot

A note on RAM and storage when quoting: HP shipped this model with a maximum of 16GB of soldered memory and up to a 1TB SSD from the factory. If your listing shows 32GB, 64GB, or a 2TB+ drive, your unit was upgraded by a third-party reseller after leaving HP — the SSD can be swapped, but the soldered memory cannot, so retail "32GB/64GB" claims on this model reflect a reseller's own description rather than an HP factory configuration. When quoting, select the capacities your laptop currently reports in Windows.

Display & audio

Display

17.3-inch anti-glare LED-backlit IPS panel with a narrow-bezel design. Two resolutions were offered in 2025: HD+ (1600 × 900) at 250 nits, frequently with touch, or FHD (1920 × 1080) at 300 nits with roughly 62.5% sRGB. Both run at a standard 60Hz refresh rate.

Audio

Dual stereo speakers (some 2025 trims branded with Poly Studio tuning) plus dual-array digital microphones with noise reduction for clearer calls.

Ports & connectivity

The 2025 model uses the lift-hinge chassis port layout. Note it charges via a dedicated barrel power jack, with USB-C reserved for data, display, and Power Delivery.

Left Side
  • 1× USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps; supports Power Delivery, DisplayPort 1.4, and power-off charging. No Thunderbolt on this consumer line.)
  • 1× HDMI 1.4b
  • 1× Barrel power jack (DC-in)
Right Side & Extras
  • 2× USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 SuperSpeed (5Gbps)
  • 1× SD/microSD media card reader (varies by trim)
  • 1× 3.5mm headphone/microphone combo jack

Wi-Fi 6 (2×2), Bluetooth 5.4 Copilot key

Battery, build & more

Battery & charging

3-cell 41 Whr lithium-ion battery paired with a 45W AC adapter. Supports HP Fast Charge (roughly 50% in about 30 minutes) on supported units.

Camera & mic

HP True Vision 720p HD webcam with a physical privacy shutter and integrated dual-array digital microphones with temporal noise reduction.

Keyboard

Full-size backlit keyboard with dedicated numeric keypad and a Copilot key. Some trims add a fingerprint reader. Lift-hinge design angles the keyboard for typing comfort.

Build & cooling

Plastic chassis built with ocean-bound and post-consumer recycled plastics; EPEAT Gold registered and ENERGY STAR certified. Single-fan cooling suited to the integrated-graphics design.

Weight & dimensions

≈ 2.2 kg (about 4.6–4.9 lb). Roughly 400.8 × 257.8 × 19.9 mm (15.78" × 10.15" × ~0.78").

Operating system

Windows 11 (Home or Pro depending on trim). Marketed as a Copilot-ready AI PC via the onboard NPU and dedicated Copilot key.

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I confirm I have the 2025 HP 17 (17-cn5)?
Check the regulatory label on the bottom cover, or open Settings → System → About in Windows, and look for a model number beginning 17-cn5. The clearest spec-based tell is the processor: the 2025 model runs an Intel Core Ultra 7 255U (or Core Ultra 5 225U) with DDR5 memory and a Copilot key on the keyboard. If your laptop instead shows a Core 5 120U or Core 7 150U with DDR4, that's the 2024 17-cn4 model — closely related but a different platform. Check our guide to finding your laptop's model number for full steps.
02 Can I trade in a 2025 HP 17 with wear or system issues?
Yes. We purchase HP 17 laptops in all operational states. Whether your unit runs like new, has a worn battery, a noisy fan, a cracked screen, or a broken hinge, adjusting your condition grading choices above will lock in a firm cash value. As a current-generation model, a clean, fully working 2025 unit will command one of the stronger offers in the HP 17 line.
03 Should I wipe or remove my SSD before shipping?
We recommend saving your personal files to an external drive or cloud storage and signing out of your Microsoft account before packaging. You don't need to remove the M.2 SSD yourself — our technical team runs certified, multi-pass data sanitation on every incoming drive. Review the steps on our data erasure protocols page.
04 Which 2025 configurations raise my trade-in value the most?
Since every 2025 unit shares integrated graphics, value depends mainly on memory, storage, and display. From the factory, this model maxes out at 16GB of DDR5 and a 1TB SSD, so a Core Ultra 7 255U with 16GB, a 1TB drive, and the FHD (1920 × 1080) 300-nit IPS panel sits at the top of the range, while an entry trim with 8GB, a 256GB drive, and the HD+ (1600 × 900) screen quotes lower. A fingerprint reader and Windows 11 Pro can add modest value. If your unit was upgraded by a reseller to a larger SSD, the bigger drive counts toward value; reseller "32GB/64GB" RAM claims do not apply to this soldered-memory model.
05 Does the 2025 HP 17 have a discrete graphics card or Thunderbolt?
No to both. This is an integrated-graphics productivity laptop with no dedicated NVIDIA or AMD GPU option, so it is not a gaming machine. Its single USB-C port is USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) with DisplayPort and Power Delivery, but it is not Thunderbolt. If you need discrete graphics or Thunderbolt in a 17-inch HP, those features live in different HP lines, not the base HP 17.
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 Cash App, or by physical check mailed to you. Your prepaid shipping label is completely free and fully insured from start to finish.