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HP Z2 G1i Black

82.2 Compact & SFF Score
Intel Core Ultra 532GB RAM1TBNVIDIA RTX A400mini
Why we recommend this

Combining an Intel Core Ultra 5 235 with a dedicated NPU and an NVIDIA RTX A400 GPU, this 1-liter chassis delivers ISV-certified reliability for 3D design and real-time rendering. Its flexible, mountable form factor fits six units in a 5U rack while offering Wi-Fi 7 and dual DisplayPort 1.4 outputs for modern connectivity. This workstation is best for engineers and CAD designers who need certified, space-efficient desktop power in cramped or multi-system environments.

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HP Z2 Tower G1i

54.7 Compact & SFF Score
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The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 with 20 cores and 32GB of 5600 MHz DDR5 RAM delivers strong multi-threaded performance for modeling and simulation tasks. Its tool-less chassis and extensive connectivity, including 9 USB-A ports and dual DisplayPort 1.4 outputs, provide practical expandability for evolving office setups. This tower is best for developers and engineers running single and multi-threaded professional applications who need a reliable, upgradeable workstation.

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HP EliteStudio 8 AiO G1i 23.8" Silver 2024

30.1 Compact & SFF Score
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