HP Z2 G1i
The Intel Core Ultra 7 265K 20-core chip and 32GB of 5600MHz ECC DDR5 RAM deliver error-correcting precision in a 4.0kg small-form-factor chassis, making it a compact powerhouse for critical tasks. Its 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD, 9x USB-A, 2x USB-C, and dual DisplayPort outputs offer fast storage and abundant connectivity in a space-saving design. This system is best for business analysts and home office users who need reliable multitasking and data integrity without discrete graphics.
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Performance
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Full Specifications
Processor
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 265K |
| Cores | 20 |
| Frequency | 3.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB |
Graphics
| GPU | Intel Graphics |
| Type | integrated |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 |
| Storage | 1 TB |
| Storage Type | NVMe SSD |
Build
| Form Factor | sff |
| PSU | 500 |
| Weight | 4.0 kg / 8.8 lbs |
Connectivity
| USB-C Ports | 2 |
| USB Ports | 9 |
| HDMI | 2x DisplayPort 1.4 Output |
| DisplayPort | 2x DisplayPort 1.4 Output |
| Bluetooth | No |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
System
| OS | Windows 11 Pro |
vs Competition
The monitor market has shifted, and the top 5 now includes the Lenovo Legion 34IAS10, HP Omen GT22, and CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM. The Lenovo Legion 34IAS10 brings a 34-inch ultrawide VA panel with 165Hz refresh and strong contrast, edging out older models that relied on IPS glow. The HP Omen GT22 counters with a flat 27-inch 1440p IPS screen at 240Hz, appealing to competitive gamers who want speed without ultrawide bulk. The CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM is the wildcard, a 32-inch 4K 144Hz panel that targets mixed-use buyers who split time between gaming and content work. Compared to these, our reviewed unit holds its ground in color accuracy and build quality, but the new entries mean you have more specialized options depending on whether you prioritize immersion, speed, or resolution.
| Spec | HP Z2 G1i | Lenovo Legion 34IAS10 | ASUS Republic of Gamers GM700TZ-BS978 | MSI EdgeXpert EdgeXpert-11SUS | CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM | Dell Tower Plus EBT2250 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 265K | Intel Core Ultra 9 | AMD Ryzen 9 9950X | NVIDIA GB | Intel Core i9 14900KF | Intel Core Ultra 9 285K |
| RAM (GB) | 32 | 64 | 64 | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Storage (GB) | 1024 | 3072 | 2048 | 4000 | 8000 | 8512 |
| GPU | Intel Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 | AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT | NVIDIA Blackwell Architecture | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 |
| Form Factor | sff | mid-tower | Desktop | mini | mid-tower | mid-tower |
| Psu W | 500 | 1200 | 850 | 240 | 850 | - |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home | NVIDIA DGX OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Cpu | Gpu | Ram | Port | Storage | Reliability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP Z2 G1i | 96 | 47.6 | 82.7 | 93.4 | 72.7 | 70.2 |
| Lenovo Legion 34IAS10 Compare | 97.8 | 87 | 96.7 | 91.9 | 96.6 | 70.2 |
| ASUS Republic of Gamers GM700TZ-BS978 Compare | 98.7 | 76.9 | 94.4 | 97.5 | 91.5 | 37.4 |
| MSI EdgeXpert EdgeXpert-11SUS Compare | 99.6 | 94.8 | 98.8 | 87.5 | 98 | 37.4 |
| CLX SET TGMSETRTU5204BM Compare | 94.2 | 80.6 | 96.7 | 86.7 | 99.2 | 11.4 |
| Dell Tower Plus EBT2250 Compare | 97.8 | 80.6 | 94.4 | 84.7 | 99.8 | 70.2 |
