HP Pro Tower 290 G9 — Core i5-14500, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD, CPU Only
The HP Pro Tower 290 G9 is a compact business desktop tower powered by a 14th Gen Intel Core i5-14500 processor, pairing 6 performance cores with 8 efficiency cores for 14 cores and 20 threads in total. This particular configuration ships as CPU only, meaning the tower arrives on its own, without a monitor, keyboard, or mouse, which suits buyers upgrading a system while keeping their current display and input devices. Inside, 8GB of DDR4-3200 RAM handles everyday multitasking, while a 512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD delivers quick boot times and fast file access. Consequently, the unit fits well into offices that need a dependable, no-frills workhorse rather than a fully bundled setup. Intel UHD Graphics 770 covers standard office display needs, and the tower’s compact <a href=”https://www.city.co.ke/product-category/computing/desktops/hp-desktops/”>HP Desktops</a> chassis design leaves room on the desk for dual monitors or peripherals.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5-14500 (14th Gen), 14 cores / 20 threads, up to 5.0GHz turbo, 24MB L3 cache |
| Processor Family | 14th Generation Intel Core i5 |
| Chipset | Intel H670 |
| Memory | 8GB DDR4-3200 (1x8GB), 2 DIMM slots total, expandable up to 64GB |
| Storage | 512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD |
| Internal Drive Bays | Two spare 3.5″ HDD bays |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 770 (integrated) |
| Form Factor | Tower |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 15.5 cm x 30.3 cm x 33.7 cm |
| Weight | Approx. 4.7 kg |
| Expansion Slots | 2 M.2 (1 WLAN, 1 storage); 1 PCIe 3 x1; 1 PCIe 4 x16 |
| Ports | Front: 4x USB 3.0 Type-A (5Gbps), 1x headphone/mic combo. Rear: 4x USB 2.0, 1x HDMI, 1x VGA, 1x RJ-45, 1x line-in, 1x line-out |
| Networking | Realtek Wi-Fi 6 RTL8852BE (2×2) with Bluetooth 5.3; integrated Realtek RTL8111HSH-CG Gigabit Ethernet |
| Audio | Realtek ALC3867 codec, universal audio jack with CTIA headset support |
| Power Supply | 180W external power adapter, up to 90% efficiency, active PFC |
| Security | TPM 2.0, padlock loop, integrated accessories cable lock, slim cable lock support |
| Operating System | FreeDOS (Windows 11 Pro/Home available on other configurations) |
| Included Peripherals | Tower unit only — no monitor, keyboard, or mouse |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 1 year limited warranty (parts, labor, on-site repair; terms vary) |
Perfect For
- Offices upgrading old desktops while keeping existing monitors and peripherals, since the CPU-only format avoids paying for hardware they already own.
- Design studios and system integrators in Nairobi and upcountry towns who standardize on one chassis across client sites, simplifying spare-parts stocking and support.
- Schools and training centres running lab refreshes, where budget-conscious CPU-only units let institutions reuse existing monitors and accessories across multiple workstations.
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