Last-Minute Gift Ideas for PC Lovers this Holiday
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The clock is winding down toward the holiday, but there’s still time to avoid the stress of last-minute shopping or missing out on the perfect piece of discounted tech. Still not sure what you’re going to get for that tech-loving someone this year? In this article, we’ll offer a range of last-minute gift ideas that are timely and helpful for any tech enthusiast.
At HP, you can count on a diverse selection and high build quality across a variety of product lines. Though we’ll open up with some of our premier laptop options and a stand-out gaming recommendation, that’s not all you’ll have to consider. From monitors to extended product protection, there are lots of great last-minute holiday tech gifts.
Be sure to check out our HP Holiday Gift Guide for deals on tech gifts and more this season. You’ll find everything from budget-friendly and family gifts to tech stocking stuffers and this year’s top holiday gifts. With our holiday gifts guide, you’re sure to find something for anyone – and at any price point, whether it’s desktops, laptops, printers, PC accessories, gaming gear, and more.
HP's best laptops as last-minute gifts
Emphasizing performance and versatility, HP Spectre and HP ENVY are at the top of their class. Both are popular brands that offer excellent hardware and extensive potential for customization, so you can expect either to keep up in a work or gaming scenario. You can also count on thoughtful designs that fit comfortably in more than just one type of environment.
Spectre and ENVY are even available in x360 variants, providing a convertible 2-in-1 platform for maximum portability. Equipped with a strong hinge, our 2-in-1 laptops are designed for easy conversion from the traditional laptop configuration to a folded-over tablet mode for situations where it’s important to stay mobile or simplify some interactions.
HP Spectre x360 2-in-1 Laptop (14t-ef200): Best HP Spectre to gift
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-1335U (Base)
- Graphics: Intel Iris® Xe Graphics (Base)
- Display: 13.5" diagonal WUXGA+ (1,920 x 1,280) (Base)
- RAM: Up to 32GB
- Storage: Up to 1TB
- Weight: 3.01 lbs
- Measurements: 11.73 x 8.68 x 0.67"
HP ENVY x360 2-in-1 Laptop (15-fe0097nr): Best HP ENVY to gift
- Processor: Intel Core i7-1355U (Standard)
- Graphics: Intel Iris Xe Graphics (Standard)
- Display: 15.6" diagonal FHD (1,920 x 1,080)
- RAM: 16GB
- Storage: 1TB
- Weight: 3.9 lbs
- Measurements: 14.07 x 8.99 x 0.72"
Gaming PCs and laptops from HP OMEN
The requirements of PC gaming can be demanding, which makes the HP OMEN series a great benchmark for performance. Being equipped with the hardware it takes to keep up with the latest games means it can keep up with almost any routine. Expect a speedy processor and robust stats when it comes to onboard memory and storage.
Partial to strong visuals? Dedicated graphics and an improved display make gaming, plus almost everything else, a joy to look at on screen. Count on quick response times and refresh rates, as well as ergonomic features like low blue light modes and better brightness options - both of which help reduce eye strain during long bouts of screen time.
If you want to expand the scope of your search and the scale of your gift, you can also check out our latest Gaming Bundles for discounted hardware combos. That can range from matching dual displays to distinctive gaming accessory bundles, depending on when you shop. Check back regularly for new bundles and different combinations of tech.
OMEN Transcend Laptop (16-u0097nr): Best gaming laptop to gift
- Processor: Intel Core i7-13700HX with Turbo Boost Technology
- Graphics (Dedicated): NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4070 Laptop GPU
- Graphics (Integrated): Intel UHD Graphics
- Display: 16" diagonal WQXGA (2,560 x 1,600)
- Display color gamut: 100% sRGB
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
- Response time: 7 ms
- Brightness: 400 nits
HP monitors
Another great way to get strong visuals, HP monitors are designed to suit a variety of different routines and budgets - from everyday to professional use. Balancing form and function is also key, especially for users who want their new display to fit seamlessly with their space. Resolution is the bedrock hardware stat, but not the only thing you should look for in a monitor.
Favor models that offer ergonomic features like an optional low blue light mode or integrated anti-glare displays. Higher contrast ratios and more accurate color gamuts are also good features to look for when shopping for a new monitor. Response time and refresh rate are more important for gamers and power users, but still relevant factors.
HP M24fw FHD Monitor: Best external display to gift
- Display: 23.8" FHD (1,920 x 1,080)
- Contrast ratio: 1000:1
- Display color gamut: 99% sRGB
- Response time: 5 ms GtG (with overdrive)
- Ultrawide 178-degree viewing angles
- Integrated low blue light mode and anti-glare
- Integrated cord and wire pass-through
HP accessories
If you’re just looking to flesh out your desktop hardware or your laptop travel kit, the HP accessories store has just about anything you might need. From travel backpacks to finely-tuned customizable gaming inputs, the selection you can shop in this category is especially extensive and varied.
Not sure where to find what you’re looking for or what you want? Just click through to the accessories store and choose the particular category you want to shop. Or you can narrow your search using pre-configured user scenarios, like photo and video editing, gaming, streaming, and on-the-go activities.
HP 655 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo for business: Best accessory to gift
- Contoured keycaps and 2.0 mm travel
- 20+ programmable keyboard keys
- Customize DPI settings to control mouse sensitivity
- Better mouse tracking with a multi-surface sensor
- More than 20-month keyboard battery life
- More than 2-year mouse battery life
HP Care Packs
Though HP products are protected by standard warranty coverage and often include optional extensions, we also offer a way to extend aftercare beyond the point of purchase. Simply click through to our HP Care Packs and use your product information to search for the corresponding warranty extension, whether you want to add deeper 3-year coverage or just an extra year.
So, what’s covered? HP Care Packs go above and beyond typical warranty protection by adding not only multi-year coverage but plans that can be activated in the event of theft or damage. Though prices vary from product to product, Care Packs are a great way to extend the life of a particularly valued piece of tech in your arsenal.
HP’s Instant Ink subscription service
If you’re new to HP’s printer services, you may not know about our HP Instant Ink service and how it’s possible to save money on subscription cartridges. Though it requires a compatible HP printer, the benefits can be substantial for anyone with a good grasp of their printing routine - both high-volume and low-volume printers can easily find ways to save.
Instant Ink-enabled printers send out a notification to you and HP when your ink is low, letting us know to ship a replacement cartridge and letting you know that it’s on its way. Cartridges are designed to ship and arrive before your current cartridge runs out, so you won’t be stuck with downtime between units - just use the prepaid shipping materials to return yours for recycling.
Both ink and toner are covered, so Instant Ink can be used with the latest models from both our InkJet and LaserJet printer families. Simply select the ink or toner tab depending on your device, and shop from a variety of Instant Ink plans tailored to different volumes. That includes a low-volume plan for less than $1 a month, as well as various high-volume business plans.
Tired of lugging reams of paper home or leaving the store empty-handed when you can only find an empty shelf? Instant Ink now also offers responsibly-sourced 8.5 x 11 in, 20-lb, 96 Bright HP Paper delivered right to your door just like your replacement cartridges. Manage paper in the same way as ink or toner via the paper add-on option.
Summary
Though the window for last-minute shopping is rapidly closing, there’s still plenty of time and more than enough variety of options to keep the search alive. Help lay the foundation of someone’s tech routine with a professional-grade laptop, equipped for anything, or a top-shelf gaming PC that’s powerful enough to do whatever you need it to.
You can also help complete or extend the life of their entire tech collection with the right accessories. Add the perfect monitor for an improved visual experience or shop HP Care Packs to add more comprehensive protection for your HP products. You can even set up a small business for the year with an affordable business plan through HP Instant Ink.
