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Step up performance. Not size.
Pro-level performance combines with true mobility in this sleek and powerful laptop. Review 3D designs, create with AI tools in pro apps, and work across multiple projects wherever you are. Stay productive with an AI workstation that delivers both performance and long-lasting battery.[1]

HP recommends Windows 11 Pro for business

Work anywhere without compromising on performance with Windows 11 and HP collaboration, security, and connectivity technology. Summarize and rewrite content, get relevant content recommendations, and stay organized with Microsoft Copilot.[6]

Intel® Core™ Ultra Processor

Unleash power-efficient performance with up to an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 CPU. This CPU not only unlocks performance for the next era of AI-enhanced software, but the dedicated NPU greatly increases efficiency for productivity tasks.[2]

HP Z Turbo Drive High-speed Storage

Work without limits in any location with local PCIe storage that’s up to 6x faster than SATA SSD, and up to 21x faster than traditional HDD storage.[7]

HP Fast Charge

Ultra-fast recharge takes you from zero to 50% charge in just 30 minutes.[8]

Spill-resistant Keyboard

Accidents happen - which is why we designed our keyboard with a drain hole, so minor spills flow out the bottom for easy cleanup.

Fast and efficient wireless LAN

The portability of your PC and the reliability of a fast connection determines where you can work. Get a fast and reliable connection in dense wireless environments with gigabit data rate Wi-Fi 7.[9]

Industry-leading security features

Advanced security features come standard. System safeguards like HP Sure Start – the industry's first self-healing BIOS – mean your device is locked down tight, so your data and identity are too.

Poly Camera Pro

Look your best on video calls and save some power too. Manage your video controls for internal and external cameras with Poly Camera Pro. Now Auto Frame, Spotlight, Background Blur, and virtual backgrounds save power running on the NPU.[10]

Upgrade to pro-level components

Say goodbye to lags and crashes with fast responsiveness. With an Intel® Core™ Ultra CPU,[2] with up to 13 NPU TOPS,[2] integrated or discrete graphics,[3] and large memory configurations,[3] open large files and run pro apps simultaneously for speedy multitasking.

Work all day. Anywhere.

The most mobile ZBook, now redesigned, is made to move. With a long-lasting battery[1] this sleek device is small enough to fit in your bag so you can stay productive anywhere. This is high performance workstation power on the go.

Accelerate AI workflows

Speed up AI inferencing on the HP ZBook 8, with pro-level graphics designed for advanced AI workflows. Focus on the work that matters and enable productivity without diverting resources from your most demanding work.

Help protect our shared future with PCs that drive towards increasing sustainability.

At HP, we care about the impact our products have on our people, communities, and the planet. That’s why this device is EPEAT® Gold registered[4] and the outer box packaging is 100% sustainably sourced.[5]

How to use

Power on the laptop using the top-case power button and complete the initial Windows 11 Pro setup. Install professional applications as required and configure performance profiles in the system or BIOS to balance battery life and processing power. Connect external displays or networks via the available ports, and use the built-in Wi‑Fi 7 and Bluetooth for wireless peripherals. For heavier rendering or AI tasks, plug in the 140 W adapter to ensure maximum sustained performance.

Recommendations

Keep the system firmware and drivers up to date, use the manufacturer’s driver package for Intel Arc and chipset components, and choose the appropriate power profile when switching between mobile use and plugged-in performance-intensive work.

Key Highlights
  • 3D model review and visualization
  • Content creation and editing in professional applications
  • AI-accelerated workflows and compute-heavy tasks
  • Engineering, CAD and technical design work
  • Mobile professionals who need a compact workstation
  • Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 285H (up to 5.4 GHz, 16 cores / 16 threads, 24 MB L3 cache)
  • Operating system: Windows 11 Pro
  • Display: 40.6 cm (16") WUXGA 1920 x 1200 IPS
  • Graphics: Intel Arc 140T
  • Memory: 64 GB DDR5-5600 (2 x 32 GB)
  • Storage: 1 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe TLC M.2 SSD
  • Wireless: Wi‑Fi 7 (802.11be), Bluetooth 5.4; Ethernet LAN
  • Battery & charger: Lithium Polymer 77 Wh, 140 W adapter
  • Weight and colour: approx. 1.72 kg, Silver
Specifications
AC adapter frequency
50 - 60
AC adapter input voltage
100 - 240
AC adapter power
140 W
AI software frameworks supported by NPU
DirectML, OpenVINO, Windows ML, ONNX RT
Antenna type
2x2
Anti-glare screen
Yes
Battery capacity
77 Wh
Battery technology
Lithium Polymer (LiPo)
Bluetooth
Yes
Bluetooth version
5.4
Built-in microphone
Yes
Built-in speaker(s)
Yes
Cable lock slot
Yes
Carbon emissions, logistics (kg of CO2e)
20
Carbon emissions, manufacturing (kg of CO2e)
171
Colour gamut
62.5 %
Colour name
Meteor silver
Combo headphone/mic port
Yes
Country of origin
China, Mexico
Depth
250 mm
Discrete graphics card
No
Discrete graphics card model
Not available
Display brightness
300 cd/m²
Display diagonal
16 "
Display diagonal (metric)
40.6 cm
Display resolution
1920 x 1200
Efficient cores
8
Efficient-core base frequency
2.7 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency
4.5 GHz
Ethernet LAN
Yes
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports
1
Fast charging
Yes
Fast charging time (50%)
30 min
Fingerprint reader
Yes
Form factor
Clamshell
Front camera
Yes
Front camera resolution (numeric)
5 MP
Full-size keyboard
Yes
GPU performance up to
77 TOPs
HD type
WUXGA
HDMI ports quantity
1
HDMI version
2.1
Height
19.2 mm
HP Artificial Intelligence
AI PC
HP GTIN (EAN/UPC)
199251751417
HP segment
Business
Infrared (IR) camera
Yes
Input device model
HP Premium Quiet Keyboard
Intel® Thunderbolt 4
Yes
Internal memory
64 GB
Internal memory type
DDR5-SDRAM
Keyboard backlit
Yes
Low Power Efficient-core Base Frequency
1000 MHz
Low Power Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency
2.5 GHz
Low Power Efficient-cores
2
Manufacturer warranty
1 year (1/1/0) limited warranty includes 1 year of parts and labor. No on-site repair. Terms and conditions vary by country. Certain restrictions and exclusions apply.
Market positioning
Performance
Maximum turbo power
115 W
Memory channels
Dual-channel
Memory clock speed
5600 MHz
Memory form factor
SO-DIMM
Memory layout (slots x size)
2 x 32
Memory slots
2x SO-DIMM
Mobile network connection
No
Motherboard chipset
Intel SoC
Neural processor unit (NPU)
Intel AI Boost
NPU performance up to
13 TOPs
Number of battery cells
8
Number of built-in speakers
2
Number of microphones
2
Number of SSDs installed
1
Numeric keypad
Yes
NVMe
Yes
On-board GPU manufacturer
Intel
On-board graphics card
Yes
Operating system installed
Windows 11 Pro
Optical drive type
No
Original brand name
HP
Package depth
305 mm
Package height
63 mm
Package width
504 mm
Panel type
IPS
Password protection
Yes
Password protection type
BIOS, Power on, User
Performance cores
6
Performance-core base frequency
2.9 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
5.4 GHz
Pointing device
Clickpad
Processor base power
45 W
Processor boost frequency
5.4 GHz
Processor cache
24 MB
Processor cores
16
Processor family
Intel Core Ultra 9
Processor generation
Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
Processor manufacturer
Intel
Processor model
285H
Processor threads
16
Product colour
Silver
Product type
Mobile workstation
RGB colour space
sRGB
Sparsity support
Yes
Spill-resistant keyboard
Yes
SSD capacity
1000 GB
SSD form factor
M.2
SSD interface
PCI Express 4.0
SSD memory type
TLC
Storage media
SSD
Support service included
HP 3y Offsite MWS Support Bundling. For terms and conditions, please visit https://h20195.www2.hp.com/v2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA5-9399EEE & https://www8.hp.com/h20195/v2/getpdf.aspx/4AA5-7123EEGB.pdf
Sustainability certificates
ENERGY STAR, TCO
Sustainability compliance
Yes
Sustainable technologies and materials
Low halogen; 40% post-consumer recycled plastic; Bulk packaging available; External power supply 90% efficiency; Molded paper pulp cushion inside box is 100% sustainably sourced and recyclable; Outside box and corrugated cushions are 100% sustainably sourced and recyclable
Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity
2
Top Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Total carbon emissions, w/o use phase (kg of CO2e)
10
Total carbon footprint (kg of CO2e)
200
Total processor performance up to
99 TOPs
Total SSDs capacity
1000 GB
Total storage capacity
1000 GB
Touchscreen
No
USB 2.0 ports quantity
0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity
1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity
0
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports quantity
1
USB Power Delivery (USB PD)
Yes
USB Type-C charging port
Yes
USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode
Yes
Weight
1.72 kg
Wi-Fi standards
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Width
359 mm
Windows Studio effects support
Yes
WLAN controller manufacturer
Intel

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