HP Z2 G1i 2025, Core Ultra 7 265, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Quadro RTX 2000, Black
The 20-core Intel Core Ultra 7 265 and NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada with 16GB VRAM provide strong single and multi-threaded performance for modeling and rendering. Its tool-less chassis and 700W PSU support easy upgrades to 256GB of DDR5 RAM and higher-end GPUs as workflows evolve. This tower is best for engineers and architects running simulation or real-time ray tracing applications who need a reliable, expandable system.
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A pro-grade workhorse with a killer CPU and GPU combo. Shop the low end of the price range and you've got a winner.
Pros & Cons
Pro
- 20-core CPU that's near the top of our charts 92nd
- RTX 2000 Ada with 16GB VRAM for pro workflows 89th
- 32GB DDR5, upgradeable to 256GB 82nd
- Tons of ports, including 4x Mini DisplayPort 80th
Contro
- Heavy and bulky at 8.6kg
- 1TB storage is just average for this class
- No Wi-Fi mentioned, Ethernet only
- Price varies wildly between vendors
Le prove
Performance
The Core Ultra 7 265 sits near the top of our CPU rankings, and paired with 32GB of 5600 MHz DDR5, this thing chews through multi-threaded workloads. The RTX 2000 Ada isn't a gaming card, it's a pro GPU with 16GB of GDDR6, and it lands well above average in our database. Storage is a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, which is solid but not the fastest we've seen. The weak spot is portability, this is an 8.6kg tower, so don't plan on moving it around much.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Processor
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 265 |
| Cores | 20 |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB |
Graphics
| GPU | NVIDIA Quadro RTX 2000 |
| Type | Discrete |
| VRAM | 16 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6 |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 |
| Storage | 1 TB |
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD |
Build
| Form Factor | workstation |
| PSU | 700 |
| Weight | 8.6 kg / 19.0 lbs |
Connectivity
| USB-C Ports | 2 |
| USB Ports | 9 |
| HDMI | 4x Mini DisplayPort 1.4a Output |
| DisplayPort | 4x Mini DisplayPort 1.4a |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
System
| OS | Windows 11 Pro |
vs Competition
Against the Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra, the HP wins on upgradeability and port selection, but the Mac is quieter and more power-efficient. The Lenovo Legion 90YA003GUS and Dell Aurora ACT1250 are more gaming-focused, so they'll beat the HP in raw frame rates, but the Z2 G1i is built for certified pro apps and stability. The MSI Aegis and CLX SET are flashier, but HP's workstation pedigree and ISV certifications matter if you're doing real work.
| Spec | HP Z2 G1i | Apple Mac Studio M5 Max | Lenovo T Series Towers Legion Tower 5a Gen 10 | Dell Desktop ECT1250 | CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM | MSI Aegis ZS2 A9NVP-1407US |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 265 | Apple M5 Max | AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Intel Core Ultra 7 265 | Intel Core i9 14900KF | AMD Ryzen 9 9900X |
| RAM (GB) | 32 | 64 | 32 | 32 | 64 | 32 |
| Storage (GB) | 1024 | 4096 | 4096 | 2048 | 8192 | 2048 |
| GPU | NVIDIA Quadro RTX 2000 | Apple (40-Core) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti | Intel UHD Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 |
| Form Factor | workstation | mini | mid-tower | sff | mid-tower | mid-tower |
| Psu W | 700 | 480 | 850 | 180 | 850 | 750 |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | macOS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Prodotto | CPU | GPU | RAM | Porte | Archiviazione | Affidabilità |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP Z2 G1i | 88.6 | 80.3 | 81.8 | 92.2 | 69.1 | 70 |
| Apple Mac Studio M5 Max Compare | 95.8 | 83.6 | 98.4 | 89.1 | 98.2 | 99.3 |
| Lenovo T Series Towers Legion Tower 5a Gen 10 Compare | 73.5 | 93.1 | 78.1 | 88.4 | 98.2 | 70 |
| Dell Desktop ECT1250 Compare | 88.6 | 58.7 | 81.8 | 74.5 | 83 | 70 |
| CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM Compare | 95 | 89.2 | 96.5 | 84.2 | 99.2 | 11.6 |
| MSI Aegis ZS2 A9NVP-1407US Compare | 92.6 | 89.2 | 87.3 | 90.5 | 83 | 37.4 |
Prezzo
Value & Pricing
Pricing is all over the place. We're seeing USD 3,014 to USD 4,045 across three US listings, and that's a huge spread for the same machine. If you're buying, shop around hard. The lower end of that range feels fair for the specs, but at the top end you're paying too much. Check the store with the best deal before you commit.
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Overview
The HP Z2 G1i Tower is a serious workstation that doesn't mess around. You're getting a 20-core Intel Core Ultra 7 265, 32GB of DDR5, and an NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada with 16GB of VRAM. That's a combo built for modeling, simulation, and rendering, not spreadsheet duty. The headline here is raw professional horsepower in a tower that's easy to open up and upgrade later.
Common Questions
Q: Can I upgrade the RAM and storage later?
Yes. The 32GB of DDR5 can go up to 256GB, and the M.2 slot makes storage swaps easy. This is one of the most upgrade-friendly towers we've seen.
Q: Is the RTX 2000 Ada good for gaming?
It'll run games, but that's not its job. This is a workstation GPU built for stability in apps like SolidWorks, Maya, and Revit. If you want gaming, get a GeForce card instead.
Q: Does it come with Wi-Fi?
Not that we can see. You get Gigabit Ethernet, which is actually better for a workstation anyway. If you need wireless, grab a USB adapter.
Who Should Skip This
If you're looking for a compact, quiet machine for a home office, this isn't it. It's big, heavy, and built for heavy lifting. Go get a small form factor PC or a Mac Mini instead.
Verdict
If you need a dependable, upgradeable tower for professional 3D, CAD, or simulation work, the HP Z2 G1i is an easy recommend. Just don't overpay. Find the listing near USD 3,014 and you're getting a lot of machine for the money.
Usage Scores
- Complessivo83.4
- AI/LLM70.6
- Gaming78.5
- Portabilità55.4
- Creator80.9
- Business81.3
- Sviluppo80
- Home Office85.6
- Workstation88.1
