What it is
HP’s Z2 G1i is a compact mini workstation PC with Windows 11 Pro, powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 (model 265) processor. It features 32GB RAM and a 1TB SSD.
Who it's for
Suitable for professionals needing a powerful yet small desktop for demanding workloads, including AI applications.
Why it's good
The high core count and boost frequency (up to 5.3 GHz) from Intel’s latest chip combined with fast storage and ample memory enable smooth multitasking and compute-heavy tasks.
When to choose it
Opt for this mini workstation if you want strong performance in a space-saving design for AI or other processor-intensive workflows.
Specifications
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Processor cache type | L3 |
| Processor cache | 30 MB |
| Processor model | 265 |
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor boost frequency | 5.3 GHz |
| Processor threads | 20 |
| Processor cores | 20 |
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 7 |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
| NPU performance up to | 13 TOPs |
| Memory | |
| Non-ECC | Yes |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 1 x 32 GB |
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 6400 MHz |
| Storage | |
| Storage media | SSD |
| Number of storage drives installed | 1 |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| NVMe | Yes |
| Graphics | |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® Graphics |
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® Graphics |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| Network | |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| WLAN controller model | Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200 |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 4 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 2 |
| Microphone in | Yes |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports quantity | 2 |
| Technical details | |
| Product type | Workstation |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | Yes |
| Product colour | Black |
| Chassis type | Mini PC |
| Motherboard chipset | Intel W880 |
| UNSPSC-code | 43211515 |
| Memory module type | SODIMM |
| Sustainable technologies and materials | Low halogen; Bulk packaging available; 10% ITE-derived closed loop plastic; 25% ocean-bound plastic in system fans; Product Carbon Footprint; Contains at least 65% post-consumer recycled plastic; System has a QR code enabled experience where the user has access to a product portal – beginning December 2025, this is complete with product feature highlights, sustainability information, getting started guides, and direct setup and support options; New Energy Consumption dashboard available to customers providing timely carbon usage including recommended actions users can take to decrease carbon footprint |
| Sustainability compliance | Yes |
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR, EPEAT, TCO |
| HP GTIN (EAN/UPC) | 199251982996 |
| Design | |
| Product colour | Black |
| Chassis type | Mini PC |
| Colour name | Black |
| Country of origin | China |
| Intel® vPro™ Platform Eligibility | No |
| Performance | |
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC3205 |
| Market positioning | Performance |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | BIOS, Power on |
| Product type | Workstation |
| Motherboard chipset | Intel W880 |
| Software | |
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Pro |
| Processor special features | |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | Yes |
| Intel® vPro™ Platform Eligibility | No |
| Brand-specific features | |
| HP segment | Business |
| HP Artificial Intelligence | AI Workstation, AI PC |
| HP GTIN (EAN/UPC) | 199251982996 |
| Power | |
| Power supply | 280 W |
| Certificates | |
| Low halogen | Yes |
| Sustainability | |
| Sustainable technologies and materials | Low halogen; Bulk packaging available; 10% ITE-derived closed loop plastic; 25% ocean-bound plastic in system fans; Product Carbon Footprint; Contains at least 65% post-consumer recycled plastic; System has a QR code enabled experience where the user has access to a product portal – beginning December 2025, this is complete with product feature highlights, sustainability information, getting started guides, and direct setup and support options; New Energy Consumption dashboard available to customers providing timely carbon usage including recommended actions users can take to decrease carbon footprint |
| Sustainability compliance | Yes |
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR, EPEAT, TCO |
| Total carbon footprint (kg of CO2e) | 380 |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Package width | 499 mm |
| Package depth | 169 mm |
| Package height | 297 mm |
| Width | 211 mm |
| Depth | 218 mm |
| Height | 211 mm |
| Package weight | 5.4 kg |
| Weight | 2.4 kg |
| Packaging data | |
| Package width | 499 mm |
| Package depth | 169 mm |
| Package height | 297 mm |
| Package weight | 5.4 kg |
| Packaging content | |
| Keyboard included | Yes |
| Input device model | HP Wired 320M Mouse |
| Keyboard connectivity | Wired |
| Audio | |
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC3205 |
| Keyboard | |
| Keyboard connectivity | Wired |
| Supplier features | |
| Manufacturer warranty | 1 year (1/1/1) limited warranty includes 1 year of parts, labor and on-site repair. Terms and conditions vary by country. Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. |
| Carbon footprint | |
| Total carbon footprint (kg of CO2e) | 380 |
| Total carbon emissions, w/o use phase (kg of CO2e) | 135 |
| Carbon emissions, manufacturing (kg of CO2e) | 237 |
| Carbon emissions, logistics (kg of CO2e) | 3 |
| Carbon emissions, end-of-life (kg of CO2e) | 2 |
| Features | |
| Country of origin | China |
| Other features | |
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| UNSPSC-code | 43211515 |
| Memory module type | SODIMM |
| Country of origin | China |
| Manufacturer warranty | 1 year (1/1/1) limited warranty includes 1 year of parts, labor and on-site repair. Terms and conditions vary by country. Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. |
Discuss your setup details with Creative Systems to ensure this model fits your project specifications and confirm availability.