The HP All-in-One 24 is a computer that has everything built into one screen. It's not the cheapest, but it's not the most expensive either. Its screen is okay, not amazing, but its processor is better than the cheap ones you find in other computers like it. Instead of just 8GB of memory and 256GB of storage, it has 16GB of memory and two storage drives, one with 512GB and the other with 1TB. In the UAE, it costs AED 2299:00, which is a bit high for what you get, but sometimes you can find it cheaper. It's good for watching movies and stuff at home. If you have a bit more money, you might want to get the Lenovo IdeaCentre AIO 5i because it has a bigger, nicer screen.

HP All-in-One 24: Design

The HP All-in-One 24 looks cool and doesn't take up much space. It's black instead of the usual white, with thin borders around the screen and speakers underneath. Even though it's made of plastic, it feels strong and sturdy.

The stand HP All-in-One sits on is interesting. It's like a big paper clip that holds up the screen. It's stable and doesn't take up too much room, but you can't adjust the height or turn it.

One big downside is the ports. Most computers these days have both old and new kinds of USB ports, but this one only has the old ones. That means you'll need extra stuff to connect some devices, and you might not get the fastest speeds. There are three USB-A ports at the back, two of them old-fashioned, and one is a bit faster. There's another USB-A port and an audio jack on the side, along with HDMI and Ethernet ports at the back.

The keyboard and mouse that come with HP All-in-One 24 are disappointing because they're wired and not wireless. Their cords make the setup look messy.

HP All-in-One 24: Display

The screen on the HP All-in-One 24 is pretty basic. It's not very bright and the resolution isn't super sharp. It's okay for browsing the web and watching videos casually, but reading text might be a bit fuzzy. So, if you need to read a lot of documents or spreadsheets for work, it might not be the best choice. Plus, the colors aren't great for doing detailed artwork.

Also, if you're planning to put it in a room with lots of sunlight, you might struggle to see the screen well. 

The webcam is decent, though. It takes clear pictures and can recognize your face to log you in without a password. It's not perfect, but it's better than those with lower resolution.

The speakers are a letdown, though. They're not much better than what you'd find in an average laptop. They sound thin and not great for listening to music. It's disappointing because other computers like this often have better speakers.

One good thing about HP All-in-One 24 computer is its storage. It has both a fast solid-state drive with 512GB and a big 1TB hard drive. This means you can access your programs quickly and still have plenty of space for all your files.

HP All-in-One 24: AIOs Hit the Test Bench

Our HP All-in-One 24 review model (model 24-cb1144z) has a six-core AMD Ryzen 5 5625U processor, 16GB of RAM, and AMD Radeon integrated graphics. While the processor isn't the latest, it still performs well and allows the HP to compete with other systems, sometimes even beating those with newer Intel Core i5 CPUs. The Ryzen 5 5625U is also good for keeping the HP quiet without much fan noise.

To see how the HP All-in-One 24 stacks up against similar computers, we compared its performance to other midrange All-in-Ones, like Dell Inspirons and the Acer Aspire C24. It's important to note that the Lenovo AIO we mentioned is the 24-inch version of the IdeaCentre AIO 5i, not the bigger one mentioned earlier.

For testing productivity, we used various benchmarks that measure how well the computer handles different tasks. PCMark 10 simulates everyday office work, while benchmarks like Cinebench R23 and Geekbench 5.4 Pro test the CPU's power. We also used HandBrake 1.4 to see how fast it can convert videos and PugetBench for Photoshop to test its performance with image editing.

The HP All-in-One 24 did well in our tests, especially in PCMark 10 where it finished first. Even though the Lenovo IdeaCenter AIO 5i with its Core i5-12500H chip was close behind, the HP still performed admirably in multimedia tasks. Overall, it's a good choice for everyday work and light creative projects.

HP All-in-One 24: Graphics and Gaming

When testing gaming laptops and other gaming gear, different types of benchmarks are used to see how well they perform. Some tests simulate gaming situations, like 3DMark's Night Raid and Time Spy, which show how well the system handles DirectX 12 games. We also use GFXBench 5 to test OpenGL performance, which is another aspect of gaming performance. We measure performance by how many frames per second (fps) the system can handle in these tests.

Integrated graphics, like the ones in the HP 24, usually aren't as powerful as the dedicated graphics cards found in gaming laptops and high-end desktops. In our tests, the HP 24 didn't do as well as the IdeaCenter AIO 5i 24 in one of the GFXBench tests. However, neither of these computers is ideal for playing demanding games or doing heavy-duty visual work.

HP All-in-One 24: Display 

The HP's brightness matches what the company said it would be, at 250 nits. However, that's where its strengths end. Another computer, the Dell Inspiron 24 5420 All-in-One, has a slightly brighter screen with better colors. So, the HP's screen is okay for light use in a room that's not too bright.

Final Thoughts 

The HP All-in-One 24 sits in between being cheap and mid-range, but there are better options on both ends. Its AMD Ryzen 5 processor works well, and it has plenty of storage space with its two drives. However, its screen isn't very bright or impressive, so it's better as a backup computer rather than your main one. Even though it's priced higher, its screen quality puts it in the budget category. If you want to save money, Lenovo's IdeaCentre AIO 3i is okay for occasional use. But if you're willing to spend a bit more, the 27-inch IdeaCentre AIO 5i has a bigger and better screen that's great for everyday use.