Alternative to 5188-1038: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the 5188-1038 (5188-1038 - HP System Board (MotherBoard) for Pavilion home PCs Notebook PC) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar HP parts that offer comparable performance at different price points. Each option below is in-stock, US-warehoused, and tested-and-certified before ship. Bulk pricing is available on quantities of 5+; B2B procurement can use Net 30 with PO.
About the 5188-1038
| SKU | 5188-1038 |
|---|---|
| Product | 5188-1038 - HP System Board (MotherBoard) for Pavilion home PCs Notebook PC |
| Current price | $259.50 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View 5188-1038 › |
Alternatives to 5188-1038
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
5188-2526 - HP System Board (MotherBoard) for Pavilion home PCs Notebook PC
SKU: 5188-2526
Price: $293.84
393655-001 - HP System Board (MotherBoard) Full-Featured with Centrino Technology for Pavilion Notebook PCs Notebook PC
SKU: 393655-001
Price: $177.79
685783-001 - HP System Board (Motherboard) Intel HM65 Chipset for Pavilion 1000 / 2000 Series Notebook PCs
SKU: 685783-001
Price: $318.32
416996-541 - HP Battery Pack for Pavilion DV9000 / Pavilion DV9000z Notebook PCs
SKU: 416996-541
Price: $136.84
462889-242 - HP Battery (Primary) for Pavilion DV4-1000 / Pavilion DV4-1000 (amd) Notebook PCs
SKU: 462889-242
Price: $171.92
688277-501 - HP System Board (MotherBoard) for 2000 Series Notebook PCs Notebook PC
SKU: 688277-501
Price: $259.50
728460-001 - HP LA04 Notebook Battery for Pavilion 14-inch and 15-inch Notebook PCs
SKU: 728460-001
Price: $170.93
H6L38AA - HP 6-Cells Notebook Battery for Envy 17 / Pavilion 15 / 17 Series Notebook PCs
SKU: H6L38AA
Price: $206.05
5188-3228 - HP System Board (MotherBoard) for Pavilion Opal-GL6E Notebook PC
SKU: 5188-3228
Price: $290.66
5188-7687 - HP System Board (MotherBoard) for Pavilion A6030N Nettle-GL8E Notebook PC
SKU: 5188-7687
Price: $305.07
How we pick alternatives
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Spec parity — capacity, speed, port count, and form factor matched within a 10% tolerance
- Price spread — alternatives shown across the price range, so you can pick on budget
- Brand mix — both OEM-equivalent and trusted aftermarket, all certified
- Reliability data — preferred parts have failure rates below 1% in our 18-month return tracking
- In stock today — shipping today, not 4-6 weeks from now
Want a side-by-side spec comparison?
We can prepare a written comparison covering throughput, power draw, form factor and validated compatibility. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com or call +1 (407) 205-8454 — most quotes ship within 4 business hours.