If you spend hours waiting for a render to finish or watching a simulation freeze, your work loses momentum and deadlines slip. Slow computers also waste energy and create a noisy office. The HP Z2 Tower G1i Core Ultra 7 16GB 512GB Windows 11 Pro gives you the speed, quiet cooling and reliable performance you need to finish projects on time, every time.
HP Z2 Tower G1i Core Ultra 7 16GB 512GB Windows 11 Pro with Tower
Power through your toughest projects with a workstation built for creators. This Tower packs an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, 16 GB DDR5 memory and a fast 512 GB PCIe 4.0 SSD, all running Windows 11 Pro. If large files make your current PC stall, this machine delivers the compute power and smooth multitasking you need, so you can focus on design, not on waiting.
Usages
The HP Z2 Tower is ideal for 3-D modeling and animation, where high-resolution textures and complex geometry demand fast processing. Video editors will appreciate the quick timeline scrubbing and fast export times. Data scientists can run large simulations and AI workloads thanks to the built-in Neural Processor Unit. Architects and engineers benefit from reliable CAD performance, and small studios get a quiet, space-saving workstation that fits on a standard desk.
Benefits
- Fast render and simulation times let you meet tight deadlines.
- Quiet cooling keeps your workspace distraction-free.
- Large memory capacity handles multiple heavy applications at once.
- Secure Windows 11 Pro protects your work and client data.
- Future-ready ports let you connect the latest monitors and peripherals.
Key Features
- Intel Core Ultra 7 processor with up to 5.3 GHz turbo boost.
- 20 cores (12 efficient, 8 performance) and 20 threads for heavy multitasking.
- 16 GB DDR5-5600 memory, expandable to 128 GB.
- 512 GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD for rapid file access.
- Intel integrated graphics with up to 8 TOPs AI performance.
- Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 for fast wireless connectivity.
- Multiple USB-C (Gen 2x2) and USB-A ports for flexible device connections.
- Two DisplayPort 1.4 outputs support high-resolution monitors.
- 500 W power supply with efficient cooling and low noise fans.
- Energy-Star and TCO certified for lower power use and sustainable materials.
Specifications
| Processor |
| Maximum turbo power |
182 W |
| Processor base power |
65 W |
| Processor cache type |
L3 |
| Processor cache |
30 MB |
| Efficient-core base frequency |
1.8 GHz |
| Performance-core base frequency |
2.4 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency |
4.6 GHz |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency |
5.2 GHz |
| Efficient cores |
12 |
| Performance cores |
8 |
| Processor boost frequency |
5.3 GHz |
| Processor threads |
20 |
| Processor cores |
20 |
| Processor model |
265 |
| Processor generation |
Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
| Processor family |
Intel Core Ultra 7 |
| Processor manufacturer |
Intel |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) |
| GPU performance up to |
8 TOPs |
| NPU performance up to |
13 TOPs |
| Total processor performance up to |
33 TOPs |
| AI software frameworks supported by NPU |
DirectML, OpenVINO, Windows ML, ONNX RT, WebNN |
| Windows Studio effects support |
Yes |
| Sparsity support |
Yes |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) |
Intel AI Boost |
| Memory |
| Memory data transfer rate |
5600 MT/s |
| Memory clock speed |
5600 MHz |
| Memory slots |
3x DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) |
1 x 16 GB |
| Internal memory type |
DDR5-SDRAM |
| Maximum internal memory |
128 GB |
| Internal memory |
16 GB |
| Storage |
| SSD form factor |
M.2 |
| NVMe |
Yes |
| SSD interface |
PCI Express 4.0 |
| SSD capacity |
512 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed |
1 |
| Total SSDs capacity |
512 GB |
| Number of storage drives installed |
1 |
| Storage media |
SSD |
| Optical drive type |
No |
| Total storage capacity |
512 GB |
| Graphics |
| On-board graphics card model |
Intel Graphics |
| On-board graphics card family |
Intel Graphics |
| On-board GPU manufacturer |
Intel |
| Discrete graphics card model |
Not available |
| On-board graphics card |
Yes |
| Discrete graphics card |
No |
| Network |
| Bluetooth version |
5.4 |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| Antenna type |
2x2 |
| WLAN controller model |
Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer |
Intel |
| Wi-Fi standards |
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Top Wi-Fi standard |
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi |
Yes |
| Cabling technology |
10/100/1000Base-T(X) |
| Ethernet LAN data rates |
10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet LAN |
Yes |
| Ports & interfaces |
| Combo headphone/mic port |
Yes |
| Line-in |
Yes |
| Line-out |
Yes |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports |
1 |
| DisplayPort version |
1.4 |
| DisplayPorts quantity |
2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports quantity |
2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity |
6 |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity |
3 |
| Design |
| Country of origin |
Czech Republic |
| Intel® vPro™ Platform Eligibility |
No |
| Product colour |
Black |
| Number of 5.25" bays |
1 |
| Placement supported |
Vertical |
| Colour name |
Black |
| Chassis type |
Tower |
| Performance |
| Password protection type |
BIOS, Power on |
| Password protection |
Yes |
| Audio chip |
Realtek ALC3205 |
| Motherboard chipset |
Intel W880 |
| Market positioning |
Performance |
| Product type |
Workstation |
| Software |
| Operating system installed |
Windows 11 Pro |
| Processor special features |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology |
Yes |
| Brand-specific features |
| HP GTIN (EAN/UPC) |
199485052144 |
| HP segment |
Business |
| HP Artificial Intelligence |
AI Workstation, AI PC |
| HP Support Assistant |
Yes |
| Power |
| Power supply input frequency |
50 - 60 Hz |
| Power supply input voltage |
100 - 240 V |
| Power supply |
500 W |
| Sustainability |
| Sustainability compliance |
Yes |
| Sustainability certificates |
ENERGY STAR, TCO |
| 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 60% 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 |
| Weight & dimensions |
| Package weight |
12.5 kg |
| Package height |
295 mm |
| Package depth |
490 mm |
| Package width |
590 mm |
| Weight |
8.6 kg |
| Height |
388 mm |
| Depth |
426 mm |
| Width |
175 mm |
| Packaging content |
| Input device model |
HP Wired 320M Mouse |
| Keyboard connectivity |
Wired |
| Keyboard included |
Yes |
| Mouse connectivity |
Wired |
| Mouse included |
Yes |
| Display |
| Display included |
No |
| Other features |
| UNSPSC-code |
43211515 |
| 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. |
| Maximum internal memory |
128 GB |
| Support service included |
HP 3y Onsite Low End Workstation HW Supp. For terms and conditions, please visit https://h20195.www2.hp.com/v2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA5-6385EEE & https://www8.hp.com/h20195/v2/getpdf.aspx/4AA5-7123EEGB.pdf |
