HP 15.6" FHD Laptop - AMD Ryzen 5 Processor - 8GB RAM - 512GB SSD Flash Storage - Windows 11 Home in S Mode - Silver (15-ef2040tg)

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$629.99When purchased online

About this item

At a glance

Built-In Microphone
Built-In Microphone
Backlit Keyboard
Backlit Keyboard
Video Conference Capable
Video Conference Capable
Microsoft 365 Compatible
Microsoft 365 Compatible
AMD Ryzen™ 5
AMD Ryzen™ 5

Highlights

  • 15.6-inch diagonal Full HD IPS micro-edge anti-glare display
  • Windows 11 Home in S mode operating system, Microsoft 365 compatible
  • AMD Ryzen™ 5 5500U with AMD Radeon™ Graphics
  • 8 GB DDR4-3200 memory and 512 GB PCIe® NVMe™ M.2 solid-state drive internal storage
  • Backlit keyboard with numeric keypad, HP Fast Charge, HP True Vision HD Camera
  • Up to 9 hours and 30 minutes of mixed usage battery life
  • 1 SuperSpeed USB Type-C®, 2 SuperSpeed USB Type-A, 1 Headphone/microphone combo, 1 HDMI, 1 Multi-format SD media card reader
  • ENERGY STAR® certified & EPEAT® Registered

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): .78 Inches (H) x 14.11 Inches (W) x 9.53 Inches (D)
Weight: 3.75 Pounds
Hard Drive Speed: No Rotation
Electronics Condition: New
Number of USB ports: 3
Electronics Features: High Definition Audio, Microsoft 365 Compatible, Video Conferencing Capable, Built-In Webcam, Numeric Keypad, Built-In Bluetooth
Connection Type: USB, USB-C, SD, HDMI
Processor Type: AMD Ryzen 5
Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Aspect Ratio
Operating System: Windows 11 Home in S mode
Data Storage Capacity: 512GB
Includes: AC Power Adapter
Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Video Recording Resolution: 720p
Native screen refresh rate: 60 Hz
Wireless Technology: Wi-Fi 5 (IEEE 802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.0
Screen Size: 15.6 Inches
Drive Type: No Optical Disc Drive
Processor Speed: 2.1 GHz
System RAM: 8 GB
Memory RAM Type: DDR4
RAM Configuration: 1x8GB
Industry or Government Certifications: Energy Star Certified
Display Type: IPS Panel
Primary use: Home
Model name: 15-ef2040tg
Number of cores: 6
Data storage type: SSD (NVMe)
Graphics card model: AMD Radeon Graphics
Processor model: AMD Ryzen 5 5500U
Touchscreen: No Touchscreen Display
Microphone: Built-In Microphone
Maximum Battery Charge Life: 9 Hours
RAM Slots (Total): 1
Backlit Keyboard: Backlit Keyboard
Battery: 1 Non-Universal Lithium Ion, Required, Included
Warranty: 1 Year Limited Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, please call Target Guest Services at 1-800-591-3869
Street Date: October 5, 2021
TCIN: 83710818
UPC: 196188008003
Item Number (DPCI): 056-01-0122
Origin: Imported

Description

Stay connected to what matters most with long-lasting battery life for a full day of work and a thin, portable, micro-edge bezel design that makes traveling light easy. Built to keep you productive and entertained from anywhere, the HP 15" diagonal laptop features reliable performance and an expansive display, so your weekends can be full of streaming, surfing and speeding through tasks from sun up to sun down.
Power through the work day with the HP 15" diagonal laptop combining long-lasting battery life with performance to keep you productive from anywhere. Designed to be thin and portable to make traveling light easy, with powerful features for working and staying entertained.

VIEW MORE, CARRY LESS: Thin, light, and designed to travel. See more of your photos, videos and projects on a 6.5 mm micro-edge bezel display with 82% screen-to-body ratio packed in a light laptop.

RELIABLE PERFORMANCE: Tackle your busiest days with the performance of a reliable processor. Save more of what you love with abundant storage for all your photos, videos and documents.

GO LONGER, FASTER: Long-lasting battery life and HP Fast Charge technology lets you work, watch, and stay connected all day.

Learn more about Windows 11: https://www.target.com/c/microsoft/-/N-rz5nu

WINDOWS 11 HOME IN S MODE: Experience the most secure Windows ever built with fast boot times, increased responsiveness, and added protection against phishing and malware. This system is compatible with the entire Microsoft 365 suite.

MICRO-EDGE FULL HD DISPLAY: With virtually no bezel encircling the display on the HP 15 Laptop, an ultra-wide viewing experience provides for seamless multi-monitor set-ups so you can take care of business. Revolutionize your display and see more of what you love with this slim bezel design. Enjoy an immersive multimedia experience with a maximized viewing area.

FULL-SIZE BACKLIT KEYBOARD: When the day stretches into night, work comfortably in darker environments with a full-sized keyboard and integrated numeric pad.

6-CORE AMD RYZEN™ MOBILE PROCESSOR: The possibilities are infinite with a processor designed for mobile laptop performance. The multi-core processor powers ultra-thin notebooks offering supreme performance for the home office, astonishing battery life for busy traveling days, and modern features you need every day.

AMD RADEON™ GRAPHICS: When it's time to relax, play your favorite games or movies, and experience high performance for all your entertainment.

PCIE® NVME™ SSD STORAGE: Get up to 15x faster performance than a traditional hard drive with 512 GB PCIe® SSD.

HP FAST CHARGE: When this long battery life laptop needs charging, it can go from 0 to 50% charge in approximately 45 minutes.

WI-FI 5 AND BLUETOOTH® 5: Connect your HP notebook computer to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® accessories with wireless technology.

HP TRUE VISION HD CAMERA WITH DUAL ARRAY MICROPHONES: Video chat with vibrant clarity, even in low light, and see your family on the high definition display. With two microphones and advanced noise reduction software, you'll always sound crystal clear when you video chat or record.

HP QUICKDROP: Wirelessly transfer photos, videos, documents and more between your PC and mobile device. Easily snap a photo to share, send addresses for directions on-the-go, and view texts on your PC’s screen. With HP QuickDrop, file transfers are easy, fast and reliable.

ADAPTIVE BATTERY OPTIMIZER: Protect battery health and bring peace of mind for uninterrupted productivity and entertainment with automatic checks on battery temperature, charging status, and usage time.

ENERGY EFFICIENT design and components help reduce power consumption and energy costs. ENERGY STAR® certified & EPEAT® Registered.

WARRANTY: 1-year limited hardware warranty. Additional information available at www.support.hp.com. Full warranty details are included with your product. 90 days limited technical support for software and initial setup (from date of purchase).
Built-In Microphone
Comes with a microphone that is used for recording
Backlit Keyboard
Illuminates the letters and symbols on the keys to make them visible in low light environments
Video Conference Capable
Capable of visual communication between two or more users.
Microsoft 365 Compatible
Compatible with popular Microsoft 365 applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
AMD Ryzen™ 5
The AMD Ryzen™5 processor delivers powerful performance and instant responsiveness you need to get the job done, for both productivity and entertainment.
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Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 19.02 inches length x 2.72 inches width x 12.01 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 4.87 pounds
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: United States Minor Outlying Islands, American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), Puerto Rico (see also separate entry under PR), Northern Mariana Islands, Virgin Islands, U.S., APO/FPO, Guam (see also separate entry under GU)

Return details

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This item must be returned within 30 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
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Q: is there a printer compatible?

submitted by Shara - 8 months ago
  • A: Hello, any of the HP printers are compatible with any HP laptop or operating systems of Windows, Apple, Chromebooks. Thank you for being an HP customer!

    submitted byHP Team - 7 months ago
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  • A: Hi, Shara! Regarding your question about the HP 15.6" FHD Laptop - Windows 11 Home in S Mode - AMD Ryzen 5 Processor - 8GB RAM - 512GB SSD Flash Storage - Silver (15-ef2040tg): Yes, this netbook can utilize printers. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact MyTGTtech at 877-698-4883 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byTaylor - 7 months ago
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Q: I know can’t add ram, but can I replace the ram with a larger amount by replacing the 8gb with 16, 12 or 32gb? And would I have to go through HP for that.

submitted by BlueButterfly - 1 year ago
  • A: Hi, BlueButterfly! Regarding your question about the HP 15.6" FHD Laptop - Windows 11 Home in S Mode - AMD Ryzen 5 Processor - 8GB RAM - 512GB SSD Flash Storage - Silver (15-ef2040tg): What HP meant by you not being able to add RAM typically means that the RAM is soldered to the motherboard and can't be removed by conventional means. If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact MyTGTtech at 877-698-4883 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byTaylor - 1 year ago
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  • A: No, the 8GB of RAM cannot be removed and replaced with a higher RAM amount.

    submitted byHP Team - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: How do you upgrade out of 's" mode

submitted by KC - 1 year ago
  • A: Hello, I found out that once you get out of S mode, you can never get it back and S mode has added protection and improved performance. But to get out of S mode, you can find it in PlayStore and search, switch out of S mode.

    submitted byDonner - 1 year ago
  • A: Microsoft has the complete directions at https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/switching-out-of-s-mode-in-windows-4f56d9be-99ec-6983-119f-031bfb28a307

    submitted byHP Team - 1 year ago
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Q: Could this laptop handle rendering in Maya and Blender? Also would it be possible to upgrade the RAM and memory after purchasing it?

submitted by Ana - 2 years ago
  • A: Hi, Ana! Regarding your question about the HP 15.6" FHD Laptop - Windows 11 Home in S Mode - AMD Ryzen 5 Processor - 8GB RAM - 512GB SSD Flash Storage - Silver (15-ef2040tg): I would recommend one of the models with a built in graphics card. If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact MyTGTtech at 877-698-4883 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byRobert - 2 years ago
    Target expert support
  • A: Hello, Ana! Thank you for your question! The HP 15.6" Laptop (15-ef2040tg) does not meet the requirements set by the manufacturers for Maya and Blender. I would recommend one of our HP Pavilion Gaming or Omen systems with a dedicated graphics card. The system can have its ram increased to a maximum of 32GB.

    submitted byHP Team - 1 year ago
    Brand expert

Q: Is the camera 720P or 1080P?

submitted by Hope - 22 days ago
  • A: This laptop webcam has a True Vision 720p HD camera.

    submitted byHP Team - 19 days ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can I download and use ZOOM while in S mode?

submitted by nancy - 1 month ago
  • A: The Windows Store doesn't have the Zoom client available for download. However, you can connect to a Zoom meeting with the online Zoom web portal.

    submitted byHP Team - 1 month ago
    Brand expert

Q: Why does my laptop drains pretty fast i got it a few days ago and it only last me 2 hours is it because i gotta be S mode or is it because of its processor? I have no idea why it's like that.

submitted by Battery - 5 months ago
  • A: Thank you for reaching out. The HP 15-ef2040tg laptop has a stated battery life of up to 9 hours and 30 minutes and supports battery fast charge: approximately 50% in 45 minutes. Quicker drain is most likely because you need to adjust power settings when using on battery power. Screen brightness, number of active apps, use of WiFi...basically how hard the laptop is working, all affect battery life. (Battery life tested by HP using continuous FHD video playback, 1080p (1920x1080) resolution, 150 nits brightness, system audio level at 17%, player audio level at 100%, played full-screen from local storage, headphone attached, wireless on but not connected.)

    submitted byHP Team - 5 months ago
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Q: Can a Cat 5/6 cable be attached to this laptop for Verizon Fios and home phone? Is there a way to determine how much USB capacity it has with a hub? Thank you.

submitted by choosing - 6 months ago
  • A: Hi, Guest! Regarding your question about the HP 15.6" FHD Laptop - Windows 11 Home in S Mode - AMD Ryzen 5 Processor - 8GB RAM - 512GB SSD Flash Storage - Silver (15-ef2040tg): Unfortunately this model does not offer an ethernet port, this model only supports Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. This features 3 USB ports, all supporting up to 5 Gbps. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact MyTGTtech at 877-698-4883 every day, between 7am-11pm CST.

    submitted byRobert - 6 months ago
    Target expert support

Q: Would I be able to use a mouse with this laptop?

submitted by Dutch - 6 months ago
  • A: You will be able to use a mouse with this laptop.

    submitted byHP Team - 6 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Does this modle have the fingerprint scanner?

submitted by User - 10 months ago
  • A: Hello. Thanks for your question. This HP laptop does not have a fingerprint scanner.

    submitted byHP Team - 10 months ago
    Brand expert
4.5 out of 5 stars with 78 reviews
90% would recommend
22 recommendations
quality: 4.55 out of 5
value: 4.6 out of 5

Liked everything but S mode

4 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Unk - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
Just didn’t like that the S mode did not provide the ability to turn off and on as needed. So had to leave it on and tolerate the those download restrictions
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Great little laptop

4 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Alex - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
I bought this laptop march 14th 2022 and I’m writing this review on march 8th 2023, I wanted to wait a while before reviewing. I’ve had this laptop for almost a year now, and for me it’s perfect. It runs my game (sims 4) perfectly and it works perfect for my schoolwork. I’m not a huge techy person so I didn’t need much and this works perfect for simple uses. Again I’ve had this for almost a year now and it’s still going strong.
value: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
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Excellent product for the money

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Carlos - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
I purchased this laptop to upgrade from another HP laptop I own. This is one runs circles around my old one..very happy with my purchase and have had no issues... Got it as a cyber Monday and saved over 300 dollars... I have always owned computers with Intel based CPU, this is my first with AMD, and so far it's been great.
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Start up issues

2 out of 5 stars
Would not recommend
AL - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
I have only had it for a month and it has trouble starting up.
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Silver keyboard hard to see.

4 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Saluki - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
Silver keyboard is lighted but hard to see letters in daylight. Didn’t realize Windows 11 S mode prohibited installation of software not in Microsoft App Store.
quality: 4 out of 5
value: 4 out of 5
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The BEST

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Daisy Perez - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
Recommend this laptop. Very useful
value: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
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HP Latop

4 out of 5 stars
Emily - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
Bigger than I expected but very useful to college students and the keyboard lights up
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100 times YES!!!

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Shayna - 8 months ago
Just bought it to today for my new job, I absolutely love it!!! Only used it for one day, but I am already in love with it. Tried using zoom for my onboarding, and it did stress me out a little because I couldn’t figure out why it wouldn’t open.. took me awhile, so I ended up finding out I had to take the S Mode off.. which makes sense.. it’s like a protective mode. Either way.. I’m still in the process of figuring it all out. Oh pro tip: F5 turns the lights on the keyboard. There’s a lot to learn but I am stoked to play with it! The camera quality is great too, and very good audio. LOUD! 10/10 recommend. Oh and I love the 10 key number pad, that’s my fave. I definitely got the 2 year warranty for an extra 100.00 cuz the kid. OH AND with the warranty you get LIFETIME tech support, AND if you buy any other electronic from Target… like a printer to go with it, THAT is included too! Love love love!!!!!!! :)
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Great laptop at an awesome price.

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
SteveP - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
This is a very good laptop for the price. Ordering it online for pick-up at my local Target was a breeze.
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Great Lap Top

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
chatc - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
Great Value Super Fast
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Satisfied Purchase

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Jodi A - 11 months ago, Verified purchaser
I'm still getting used to this Windows 11 S mode, but so far, so good. Works great for my simple needs.
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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HP Ryzen AMD

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Bloodthinners951 - 11 months ago, Verified purchaser
Awesome laptop for school and simple gaming!! Great buy at a good price. Nursing Student
quality: 4 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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HP 15 Laptop PC-15-ef2097nr

3 out of 5 stars
Punky A - 1 year ago
originally posted on hp.com
It has a textured case that looks kind of cheap but is easy to hold on to. The operating system has locked up couple times. Screen not as good as my older hp. Love the weight and that it fires right up and processor is fast.
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Love HP!

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
MamaOf7 - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
This is my 3rd HP, coming from being Dell loyal. I have had my fair share of devices over the years and different brands. I love this computer after using it for a few days. I had a large 17" HP prior to this and it was missing some features I wanted like Bluetooth. Plus it was just too big. This is just right for my school work and for the job that I work from home. It is fast and fires up right away when I open it. I can tell the difference in this versus my last laptop. Windows 11 is nice and also a little different but it's really cool. The camera is good quality and also better than my last device. So far so good though, I truly love it and will stay HP loyal now :)
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Better than Dell Inspiron

5 out of 5 stars
Keirrh - 1 year ago
originally posted on hp.com
I love my laptop so far and wish I had bought it before buying two Dells that both broke at the hinge/cover.
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Affordable and Powerful!

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Ideal for Outdoor Studio - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
I needed a replacement laptop ASAP. This one fits my needs perfectly! It has a full-size and illuminated keyboard, glare-free screen, and is lightweight. Very pleased, so far, with this purchase!
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Trackpad is awful

2 out of 5 stars
michrose - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
I wanted to love this laptop. I got the last one at my local Target while it was on sale. I intended to use it for work and it was the perfect size with a decent processor and RAM. HOWEVER, the trackpad was the reason I returned this laptop. It kept getting stuck in a "click and drag" mode and would take a lot of tapping and clicking to try and fix it. I'm not sure if I just got a faulty computer but I do not recommend for this reason.
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Fast, lightweight computer

5 out of 5 stars
ct1996 - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
This computer is a great platform for browsing, working in documents and spreadsheets, and listening to music. It has a nice sized screen that is easy for viewing websites, large keys on the keyboard with a 10-key on the right side, and good speakers for listening to music.
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 4 out of 5
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Perfect for schoolwork

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
extraina - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
This is my first new laptop in years and I absolutely love it! I added a sticker to the back to cover up the logo. The battery life isn’t the best, but I plan to use it for movie streaming and schoolwork primarily. The numerical keypad is a nice touch, but I don’t know how much I will use it. The backlit keyboard is awesome. It honestly feels like my old MacBook Pro as far as design, but much more lightweight and better value. The 512 SSD is going to be a perfect amount of storage when I start accumulating files for school. Great graphics card and processor for what I need.
quality: 5 out of 5
value: 5 out of 5
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Wonderful

5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
stephmarie - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
This is just what I was looking for to run my small business.
value: 5 out of 5
quality: 5 out of 5
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