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HP Pavilion 16 or Pavilion Plus 16 Series

2020, 2023, and 2024 Models

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The HP Pavilion 16 and its later sibling, the Pavilion Plus 16, cover three separate hardware generations sold between 2020 and 2024, spanning model numbers like 16-a0000, 16-ab0000, 16-af0000, 16-af0067st, 16z-ag000, 16-ag0087nr, and 16-ag0052wm. It was built as a mid-range, 16-inch alternative to HP's smaller Pavilion laptops and its pricier Spectre line, aimed at students, home users, and light creative work who wanted a bigger screen without paying for a premium chassis. Because HP kept the Pavilion 16 in production across three processor generations, resale demand stays consistent even as newer chips arrive. If you have one sitting in a drawer, pick your processor, graphics, and condition in the picker above for a live cash offer, or read how the process works before you commit. When you're ready, you can also browse what other HP laptops are worth right now.

Confirm you have the HP Pavilion 16 or Pavilion Plus 16

The fastest way to confirm your exact configuration is through Windows itself. Press Windows key + R, type dxdiag, and press Enter to see your processor, RAM, and graphics card on one screen. For the model number specifically, run msinfo32 from the same Run box and check the "System Model" line, or flip the laptop over and read the sticker on the bottom cover.

16-a0000 / 16-ab0000 (2020)

  • Original Pavilion 16 launch series, sold as a standard (non-Plus) model
  • Built around 10th Gen Intel Core i5 or i7 processors
  • Discrete graphics options topped out around the NVIDIA GTX or RTX 2060 tier
  • Bottom cover reads "Pavilion" with a 16-a0xxx or 16-ab0xxx product code

16-af0000 / 16-af0067st (2023)

  • Introduced the Pavilion Plus 16 branding alongside the standard Pavilion 16
  • Runs 13th Gen Intel Core i5 or i7 processors
  • Optional NVIDIA RTX 2060 or RTX 3050 discrete graphics on higher-spec builds
  • Thinner bezels than the 2020 chassis, still a 16-inch panel

16z-ag000 / 16-ag0087nr / 16-ag0052wm (2024)

  • Newest generation, split between AMD Ryzen and Intel builds under one chassis design
  • The "16z" prefix generally denotes an AMD Ryzen 5 or Ryzen 7 8000 Series configuration
  • The "16-ag0" numbers cover Intel Core Ultra 5 and Ultra 7 builds
  • Integrated graphics standard, with RTX 3050 available on select configurations

Prefer a visual check? The 2020 chassis has a boxier lid and thicker screen bezels. The 2023 and 2024 models are noticeably slimmer with a more squared-off keyboard deck, and the Plus variants carry a brushed-metal lid finish rather than the plain plastic used on the base 2020 model. If you're still not sure which you have, HP's own model number lookup guide walks through the sticker location in more detail.

Core hardware configurations

Processor

  • AMD Ryzen 5 or Ryzen 7 8000 Series (2024)
  • Intel Core i5 or i7, 10th Gen (2020)
  • Intel Core i5 or i7, 13th Gen (2023)
  • Intel Core Ultra 5 or Ultra 7 (2024)

Graphics

  • Integrated graphics on entry-level configurations
  • NVIDIA GTX 1650, GTX 1660, or GTX 1660 Ti on early builds
  • NVIDIA RTX 2060 on mid-tier configurations
  • NVIDIA RTX 3050 on the newest and highest-value builds

Memory

  • The 2020 chassis generally uses SODIMM slots, which some units allow you to upgrade
  • Later Pavilion Plus configurations lean toward soldered memory on slimmer builds
  • Higher-capacity configurations hold their resale value better than base memory tiers

Storage

  • PCIe NVMe SSD across all three generations
  • Bottom panel access on most configurations, secured by standard screws
  • Discrete-GPU configurations tend to pair with larger storage tiers

Display & audio

Display: All three generations use a 16-inch panel, but resolution and refresh rate improved over time. The 2020 chassis ships with a standard 1080p-class IPS panel, while the 2023-2024 Pavilion Plus 16 moves to a sharper, higher-resolution IPS panel with a faster refresh rate suited to scrolling and light creative work.

Audio: Dual down-firing speakers tuned by Bang & Olufsen appear across the lineup, paired with HP's audio boost software for media playback.

Security: A fingerprint reader is built into the power button on most configurations, letting you sign in with Windows Hello without a separate IR camera.

Ports & connectivity

Port selection is consistent across generations, with minor differences in USB-C capability depending on whether the build runs Intel or AMD silicon.

Left side
  • USB-C (USB4 or Thunderbolt 4 on Intel Core Ultra builds)
  • HDMI
  • Headphone/microphone combo jack
Right side
  • USB-A (x2)
  • microSD card reader on select configurations

16-inch display Ryzen 8000 or Core Ultra options Up to RTX 3050 graphics Backlit keyboard Fingerprint login Wi-Fi 6/6E B&O dual speakers

Battery, build & more

Battery: Rated for a full day of light use on the newer Ryzen and Core Ultra builds, with the 2020 10th Gen models running noticeably shorter on a charge after several years of cycles.

Dimensions & weight: A larger, heavier chassis than HP's 14-inch Pavilion, built more as a desktop replacement than an ultraportable.

Finishes: Base Pavilion 16 models generally use a plastic lid, while the Pavilion Plus 16 shifts to a metal lid finished in silver or warm gold tones.

Software: Ships with Windows 11 and HP's preloaded support and audio utilities, most of which can be removed without affecting core functionality.

Market positioning: Sits below HP's premium Spectre and Envy lines, priced as a mainstream, mid-range machine rather than a flagship. Configurations with discrete NVIDIA graphics and higher memory hold value better on the used market than base integrated-graphics units.

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I find the model number or exact configuration?
Run dxdiag from the Windows Run box (Windows key + R) to see your processor, memory, and graphics card at a glance. For the model number itself, run msinfo32 the same way and check "System Model," or turn the laptop over and read the printed sticker on the bottom cover, which lists the full product number such as 16-af0067st.
02 How do I tell it apart from the HP Envy 16?
The Envy 16 uses a more premium aluminum unibody and typically pairs with higher-tier NVIDIA graphics and higher-resolution display options than any Pavilion 16 configuration offers. The Pavilion and Pavilion Plus badge is printed on the lid or keyboard deck, while Envy models carry the Envy name instead. If the sticker on the bottom is missing or worn, the badge on the lid is usually still legible and settles the question quickly.
03 Can I sell it with damage, a weak battery, or a locked account?
Yes. A cracked screen, a battery that no longer holds a full charge, or a unit that won't power on can still qualify for a quote, though the condition picker above will adjust the offer accordingly. What matters most is that the laptop is signed out of any Microsoft account and, if BitLocker is enabled, that it isn't left locked against the account. A device still tied to an active Microsoft account cannot be resold or reused by the next owner, so remove it before shipping.
04 What raises the trade-in value the most?
Discrete NVIDIA graphics and a working battery move the offer the most. A configuration with an RTX 2060 or RTX 3050 sitting inside will outvalue an integrated-graphics unit of the same year every time, and a battery that still holds a reasonable charge avoids condition deductions that a swollen or dead battery would trigger. Original charger included and a screen free of cracks or dead pixels both help as well.
05 How do I erase it, remove my accounts, and get paid?
Go to Settings → System → Recovery → Reset this PC and choose "Remove everything" to wipe the drive. Before that, sign out of and remove the device from your Microsoft account under Settings → Accounts, and if BitLocker is turned on, suspend or decrypt it so the next owner isn't locked out. Once the reset finishes, package the laptop with any charger you have and use the free, insured shipping label. Payment goes out after inspection, by PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, CashApp, or check. Full steps, including how BitLocker interacts with a factory reset, are covered in our data erasure protocols.