HP Elitebook 8 G2i 16 Series Core Ultra Series 3 DS9D4ET Silver Notebook, Intel Core Ultra 5 325 Series 3 Eight (8) Core Panther Lake Turbo Boost up to 4.5GHz 12MB L3 Cache Processor (4 Perfomance Cores & 4 Low Power Efficient Cores), 16GB LPDDR5 Memory onboard, Supports 16GB Max Mem, No memory slots, 512GB SSD Solid State Hard Drive PCIe, M.2 2280 slot, NO optical drive ( No CD), 16" WUXGA (1920 x 1200 resolution) Non Gloss Type 300nits LED Backlit Display, Intel Graphics, Intel NPU Peak 47 TOPS, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth, Webcam, 3 Cell Battery, Fingerprint Reader, Backlit Keyboard, Full Size Keyboard with Numpad, 1x USB Type-A 10Gbps (powered), 2x Thunderbolt 4 with USB Type-C 40Gbps (USB Power Delivery 3.0 / DisplayPort 2.1), 1x USB Type-C 10Gbps (USB Power Delivery / DisplayPort 1.4), HDMI output, 1.7 kg, Microsoft Windows 11 Professional 64 bit, 3 Year On-site warranty
The HP EliteBook 8 G2i 16 is a premium business laptop combining an Intel Core Ultra 5 processor, 16GB LPDDR5x memory and a fast 512GB PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD. Its 16-inch WUXGA display, Windows 11 Pro, Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 4, fingerprint reader and AI-ready platform make it well suited to demanding professional workflows. Buy now for a capable business notebook designed for productivity, connectivity and secure everyday computing.
Early online feedback on the EliteBook 8 G2i series is generally positive among business and professional users, with reviewers highlighting its business-focused design, connectivity and productivity capabilities. One recent HP customer review from a professional law-practice user praised the build quality and business security features, while noting that 16GB can become limiting during heavy multitasking; this exact configuration has onboard memory, so it is important to choose the required memory capacity upfront. hp.com+1
Laptop performance tier: Upper-midrange business / professional productivity
Uses: Business productivity, office applications, multitasking, video conferencing, web browsing, content creation, AI-assisted work, remote work, professional applications
Overview:
The HP EliteBook 8 G2i 16 Series is a premium business notebook designed for professionals who need strong everyday performance, AI-ready processing, security and a large working display. Powered by an Intel Core Ultra 5 325 processor with an integrated NPU, this HP EliteBook is built to handle modern business applications, multitasking and AI-assisted workloads efficiently.
Its 16-inch WUXGA display provides plenty of workspace for documents, spreadsheets, presentations and multiple applications. With 16GB of onboard LPDDR5 memory and a fast 512GB PCIe SSD, the notebook offers responsive performance for business users who need quick application loading and smooth multitasking.
The HP EliteBook 8 G2i also combines practical connectivity with business-focused security. Wi-Fi 7 provides fast wireless networking, while Thunderbolt 4, USB-C, USB-A and HDMI make it easy to connect displays, storage devices and other peripherals. Windows 11 Pro provides a professional operating environment suitable for business use.
Features:
AI-Ready Business Performance The Intel Core Ultra 5 325 processor combines performance cores and low-power efficient cores to balance responsiveness and power efficiency. An integrated Intel NPU is designed to accelerate compatible AI workloads, helping support the growing range of AI-enabled applications.
Smart power management helps the notebook maintain consistent performance when running demanding applications, making it well suited to busy workdays and heavy multitasking.
Large 16-Inch WUXGA Display The 16-inch WUXGA display offers a 1920 x 1200 resolution and a non-gloss finish for a comfortable working experience. The larger screen provides additional vertical workspace, which is useful for spreadsheets, documents and applications with extensive menus or toolbars.
The 300-nit LED-backlit panel is designed for everyday office and professional use.
Built for Video Meetings The integrated webcam and Poly Camera Pro help improve the video conferencing experience. Smart camera functions can keep you framed during meetings while background adjustments help reduce distractions.
This makes the HP EliteBook a practical choice for hybrid work, remote meetings and professional communication.
Fast Wi-Fi 7 Connectivity Wi-Fi 7 provides fast and reliable wireless connectivity, including improved performance in busy wireless environments. Bluetooth is also included for connecting compatible accessories such as headsets, mice and other peripherals.
Professional Security from HP Security is a major part of the HP EliteBook design. HP Wolf Security for Business provides hardware-enforced protection designed to help defend the notebook against modern threats.
HP Sure Click adds another layer of protection when browsing the web and opening supported Microsoft Office and PDF documents by helping isolate potentially unsafe content.
A built-in fingerprint reader provides convenient biometric login, while Windows 11 Pro delivers additional business-oriented management and security capabilities.
Practical Business Connectivity The HP EliteBook 8 G2i provides a useful selection of ports for office and mobile working.
2x Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports
USB-C with Power Delivery and DisplayPort
USB-A 10Gbps port
HDMI output
Bluetooth connectivity
Wi-Fi 7 wireless networking
Thunderbolt 4 makes it possible to connect compatible high-speed peripherals, docking solutions and external displays from a single compact interface.
Comfortable Business Design Despite its large 16-inch display, the notebook is designed to remain practical for mobile business use and weighs approximately 1.7 kg. The full-size backlit keyboard includes a numeric keypad, making it particularly useful for users who regularly work with spreadsheets, financial information or numerical data.
The silver finish gives the HP EliteBook a professional appearance suitable for offices, meetings and mobile working.
Windows 11 Pro for Business Windows 11 Pro provides a professional operating environment with business-focused functionality. The combination of Windows 11 Pro, Intel Core Ultra processing and dedicated AI acceleration makes this notebook well suited to modern office environments where productivity, connectivity and security are important.
HP EliteBook 8 G2i 16 Series for Professional Users With its large WUXGA display, Intel Core Ultra 5 processor, 16GB memory, 512GB SSD, Wi-Fi 7, AI acceleration and comprehensive security features, the HP EliteBook 8 G2i 16 Series is designed as a capable business laptop for professionals.
It is a strong choice for office productivity, business applications, video conferencing, multitasking, content creation and other demanding day-to-day workloads.
Intel Core Ultra 5 325 Series 3 Eight (8) Core Panther Lake Turbo Boost up to 4.5GHz 12MB L3 Cache Processor (4 Perfomance Cores & 4 Low Power Efficient Cores)
Graphics
Integrated
Intel Graphics
Memory
16 GB LPDDR5x-8533 MT/s (onboard)
Internal Storage
512GB PCIe Gen5 NVMe M.2 SSD
Display
16" WUXGA LCD, UWVA, antiglare, WLED, 300 nits, Low Power, 62.5% Srgb with 5MP+IR Camera
Touchscreen
No
Brightness
300 nits
Dimensions (W x D x H)
35.9 x 25 x 1.15 cm (front) , 35.9 x 25 x 1.55 cm (rear) (Front height measurement is near the front edge where the chassis bottom cover taper begins. Back height measurement is near the back edge where the chassis bottom cover taper ends.)
Weight
Starting at 1.69 kg (Weight will vary by configuration. Does not include power adapter.)
Battery type
HP Long Life 3-cell, 68 Wh Li-ion polymer
Battery life
(Battery is internal. Serviceable by warranty. Fast charging 50% in 30 minutes.)
Wireless
Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE211 (2x2) and Bluetooth 6 wireless card, non-vPro
Product color
Glacier silver aluminium
Keyboard
HP Premium Keyboard - spill-resistant, backlit keyboard with numeric keypad
Camera
5 MP IR AI camera
Audio
Audio by Poly Studio, dual stereo speakers, dual microphones enhanced by AI noise reduction
Pointing device
Clickpad with multi-touch gesture support, taps enabled as default
Ports
1 HDMI 2.1 , 1 stereo headphone/microphone combo jack , 1 nano security lock slot , 1 USB Type-A 10Gbps signaling rate (powered) , 2 Thunderbolt 4 with USB Type-C 40Gbps signaling rate (USB Power Delivery 3.0, DisplayPort 2.1) , 1 USB Type-C 10Gbps signaling rate (USB Power Delivery, DisplayPort 1.4)
Power
HP 65 W USB Type-C GaN power adapter
Fingerprint reader
Fingerprint reader
Input devices
HP Sure Platform , Thermal sensor , HP Tamper Lock , Hall effect sensor
Sustainability specifications
At least 65% recycled metal , Product Carbon Footprint , At least 30% post-consumer recycled plastic , At least 30% ocean-bound plastic , Low halogen , Bulk packaging available , External power supply 90% efficiency
Specifications are subject to change without notice. E&OE. Prices are a guide only, and are valid on 2026-10-14 only, subject to stock being available.The specifications displayed above apply to the entire range and may not apply to this specific model. Kindly note that options cannot be changed for most models, and some options are not available in South Africa.