The Envy Desktop includes a 400-watt power supply, which should provide
plenty of power for many components that you want to add, though a high-end
graphics card could be a push.
PORTS ON THE BACK
Around back are four more USB Type-A ports, the Gigabit Ethernet jack, HDMI
and VGA video outputs, two 3.5mm audio outputs, and a microphone input. A
total of eight USB-A ports is generous, but unfortunately all of the rear ports are
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glacially slow data transfer speeds. The front USB ports all follow the faster USB
3.1 Gen 1 spec.
We look for at least two oval-shaped USB-C connectors on desktops these days,
so it’s disappointing that the Envy Desktop has only one. We also like to see at
least one DisplayPort video output. While the Envy Desktop lacks a built-in one,
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In addition to its physical connections, the Envy Desktop includes 802.11ac Wi-
Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 for wireless connectivity.
HP includes a one-year limited hardware warranty and 90 days of phone
support, starting from the date you purchase the PC. The company also throws
in some basic peripherals—a keyboard and mouse that are sturdy but not
comfortable enough for marathon writing or gaming sessions. The peripherals
are available in either wired or wireless versions.