Key Takeaways
1. HP launched two new compact PCs: EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a (AMD Ryzen AI 400 CPUs) and EliteDesk 8 Mini G2i (Intel Core Ultra mobile processors).
2. Both models weigh just over a kilogram and can be mounted on VESA-compatible monitors.
3. They lack support for external GPUs, relying on integrated graphics; maximum RAM is 64 GB for both, with different DDR5 speeds.
4. Each model has three PCIe Gen 4 slots and supports up to 2 TB of storage, totaling 6 TB combined.
5. Power supply differences: G2i can use a 180-Watt connector, while G2a is limited to 120 Watts; both can use HP’s 100-Watt USB-C charger.
HP has recently revealed two new compact PCs along with various laptops and desktops. The EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a and EliteDesk 8 Mini G2i are lightweight options, each weighing just over a kilogram, and they can easily be mounted on any VESA-compatible monitor.
Processor Options
As indicated by their names, the EliteDesk 8 Mini G2A features AMD’s Ryzen AI 400 CPUs, while the EliteDesk 8 Mini G2i uses unspecified Intel processors. HP describes the Intel variant as “Intel Core Ultra 45W mobile processors with 50 TOPS NPU,” but details are a bit vague.
Design Limitations
Due to their small size, these PCs cannot accommodate any external GPUs, meaning users must rely on the integrated graphics from Intel or AMD. The EliteDesk 8 Mini G2i allows for a maximum of 64 GB of DDR5-6400 RAM, while the EliteDesk 8 Mini G2a is limited to DDR5-5600 RAM, though it too can hold up to 64 GB. Both models are equipped with three PCIe Gen 4 slots and can support up to 2 TB of storage each, allowing for a combined total of 6 TB.
Power Supply Differences
There are some minor distinctions between the two models, especially regarding power supply. The Intel version can utilize a maximum of a 180-Watt barrel pin connector, while the AMD model is limited to 120 Watts. Both can also be powered using HP’s 100-Watt USB-C charger.
HP has announced that both models will be available for purchase in April 2026, though the exact prices have not been disclosed.