HP ZBook 8 G2i 16 inch Mobile Workstation DK4Z5ET#ABD Core Ultra 7 356H 48GB 1TB RTX PRO 500

The HP ZBook 8 G2i 16" (DK4Z5ET#ABD) is a professional 16-inch mobile workstation that combines the compute power of an Intel Core Ultra 7 356H processor with the dedicated NVIDIA RTX PRO 500 Blackwell GPU, 48 GB of DDR5 memory, and a 1 TB NVMe SSD. Designed for engineers, architects, and content creators who need certified ISV application performance and a large high-resolution display on the move, it delivers workstation-class capability in a refined aluminium chassis.

Advantages

The 16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS anti-glare display at a 16:10 aspect ratio provides exceptional screen real estate for complex CAD layouts, multi-timeline video editing, and detailed data visualisations. The NVIDIA RTX PRO 500 Blackwell GPU brings hardware ray tracing, DLSS, and AI acceleration to demanding professional rendering and simulation pipelines. HP Wolf Security at the firmware level — including Sure Start self-healing BIOS and HP Sure Click browser isolation — delivers enterprise-grade threat resilience without additional software overhead. The 94 Wh battery supports extended all-day sessions away from the office.

Suitable for

• Mechanical and civil engineers working with 3D CAD, FEA, and structural simulation software
• Architects and designers needing certified GPU performance for BIM and visualisation applications
• Data scientists and AI practitioners running GPU-accelerated ML inference and training tasks

Key specifications

• Brand: HP
• Model: ZBook 8 G2i 16
• MPN: DK4Z5ET#ABD
• EAN: 826581194033
• Processor: Intel Core Ultra 7 356H (16 cores / 22 threads)
• Graphics: NVIDIA RTX PRO 500 Blackwell
• RAM: 48 GB DDR5 SO-DIMM
• Storage: 1 TB NVMe PCIe SSD
• Display: 16-inch IPS anti-glare, 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA / 2.5K), 16:10
• Operating System: Windows 11 Pro
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.4
• Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ-45, 1x 3.5mm audio combo
• Webcam: 5 MP IR with privacy shutter
• Battery: 94 Wh Li-Ion polymer (HP Long Life 6-cell)
• Security: Fingerprint reader, TPM 2.0, HP Wolf Security for Business
• Chassis: Aluminium
• Keyboard: Backlit, spill-resistant
• Colour: Silver

How to use

Connect to a compatible Thunderbolt dock to instantly transform the ZBook 8 G2i into a full multi-monitor workstation. Use the HDMI 2.1 port for direct connection to a 4K or 8K display. HP Performance Advisor software can be used to optimise GPU driver settings for specific ISV-certified professional applications.

Recommendations

The HP ZBook 8 G2i 16" DK4Z5ET#ABD is the right choice for professionals who need a powerful portable workstation with a large 2.5K display and dedicated professional graphics — balancing discrete GPU performance, enterprise security, and an all-day battery life in a sleek 16-inch package.