HP EliteBook 8 G1i 14 Core Ultra 7-255U, 16GB Ram, 512GB SSD, DOS (AP6K2AV)
The HP EliteBook 8 G1i 14 is a 14-inch business notebook from HP’s newest EliteBook lineup. At its core is the Intel Core Ultra 7-255U processor (12 cores, 14 threads, up to 5.2GHz, 12MB Intel Smart Cache). Alongside it sits integrated Intel Graphics, plus a built-in NPU delivering up to 12 TOPS for on-device AI acceleration. In addition, it combines 16GB DDR5 RAM with a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD, so multitasking stays smooth and applications load quickly. Meanwhile, the 14-inch WUXGA (1920 x 1200) IPS anti-glare display offers extra vertical screen space over a standard Full HD panel, so long documents and spreadsheets stay easy to navigate.
Furthermore, this configuration ships with DOS rather than a pre-installed Windows license, so buyers who already hold their own Windows or Linux license can install it directly, and organizations that image machines centrally can deploy their preferred OS without paying twice. Because of the Thunderbolt 4 ports, Wi-Fi 7, and a 62Wh battery, day-long mobile productivity also comes standard on the hardware itself. As a result, this configuration suits IT teams and buyers who want EliteBook-class hardware with the flexibility to choose their own OS.
Key Features
In short, this configuration stands out in five areas:
- Intel Core Ultra 7-255U processor (12 cores, 14 threads, up to 5.2GHz), which pairs with integrated Intel Graphics and a built-in NPU, so AI-accelerated business computing stays responsive
- 16GB DDR5 RAM, which teams up with a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD, so multitasking stays smooth and file access stays quick
- 14-inch WUXGA (1920 x 1200) IPS display that, in turn, offers extra vertical workspace compared to standard Full HD panels
- DOS operating system, which gives buyers the freedom to install their own licensed Windows or Linux OS
- 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports and Wi-Fi 7 wireless, along with a 62Wh battery that suits all-day mobile use
Technical Specifications
Specifically, the table below details every core specification of this unit:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | HP EliteBook 8 G1i 14 (AP6K2AV) |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7-255U (12 cores: 2P+8E+2LPE, 14 threads, up to 5.2GHz, 12MB Intel Smart Cache) with Intel AI Boost NPU (up to 12 TOPS) |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics (integrated, 4 Xe-cores) |
| RAM | 16GB DDR5-5600 (expandable, 2 SODIMM slots) |
| Storage | 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD |
| Display | 14-inch WUXGA (1920 x 1200), IPS, anti-glare, non-touch, 400 nits, 62.5% sRGB |
| Keyboard | HP Premium spill-resistant, backlit keyboard |
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB Type-C), 1x USB Type-C (10Gbps), 1x powered USB Type-A (5Gbps), 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x smart card reader, 1x headphone/microphone combo jack |
| Wireless | Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE201 (2×2) and Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Webcam | 5MP IR AI camera |
| Audio | Audio by Poly Studio, dual stereo speakers with discrete amplifiers, dual array microphones |
| Battery | 62Wh Li-ion polymer, fast charge to 50% in 30 minutes |
| Dimensions | Approx. 31.56 x 22.2 x 1.17–1.24cm (W x D x H) |
| Weight | Approx. 1.39kg |
| Operating System | DOS (no pre-installed Windows license) |
| Security | Fingerprint reader, IR AI camera, TPM (hardware-level; OS-dependent features require a full OS installation) |
| Color | Glacier Silver |
Who This Laptop Is Best Suited For
As a result of this combination of specs, three types of users benefit most:
- IT departments and system integrators, who, above all, want to image EliteBook-class hardware with their own standardized OS and software stack
- Buyers with an existing Windows or Linux license, who, thanks to the DOS configuration, can avoid paying for an OS they do not need
- Power users handling everyday multitasking, such as large spreadsheets or multiple applications at once, who benefit from the NPU-accelerated processor and ample 16GB of RAM once they install their OS of choice
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