The HP Z2 Mini G1a Workstation was just unveiled at CES 2025, showcasing a compact yet powerful solution for AI-enhanced professional workflows. This “mini” desktop is designed to deliver high performance while fitting into various work environments, offering a space-efficient option for demanding tasks such as 3D design, rendering, and machine learning applications.
Key Features:
- Performance: Powered by an AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO processor, the Z2 Mini G1a delivers up to 16 CPU cores, 128GB of memory, and GPU memory assignments up to 96GB, making it suitable for tasks like 3D design, graphics rendering, and running large language models (LLMs).
- Design: The mini workstation’s compact size allows for versatile placement, whether on a desk, mounted behind a monitor, or in a rack (supports up to 5 units in a 4U space). It includes an internal power supply for clean setup and integration.
- AI Acceleration: Hardware AI accelerators enhance local productivity tasks, offering up to 50 TOPS (Trillions of Operations per Second) of neural processing. This is ideal for workloads involving machine learning and AI-driven professional applications.
- Memory and Storage: The system’s unified memory architecture supports up to 128GB of memory and offers flexible storage configurations, with up to 8TB available through dual NVMe drives and RAID for added reliability.
- Networking and Connectivity: Equipped with fast Wi-Fi 7 for reliable connections, the workstation also supports multi-display setups (up to 4 displays at 4K resolution) and offers a 10Gb Ethernet interface for fast network collaboration.
- Operating System: The Z2 Mini G1a supports multiple operating systems, including Windows 11 Pro, WSL2, and Linux, ensuring compatibility with a variety of professional environments.
- Environmental Responsibility: HP has designed the Z2 Mini G1a with sustainability in mind, using 60% recycled plastics, 20% recycled steel, and environmentally friendly packaging.
This small workstation was built to handle complex, resource-intensive tasks while maintaining a compact footprint suitable for various workspaces. Whether for AI-driven projects or traditional professional tasks, the Z2 Mini G1a provides a powerful, flexible solution.
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