HP
EliteBook 8 G1i 16 inch Notebook AI PC Wolf Pro Security Edition
255UCPU
Intel® GraphicsGPU
N/AVALUE SCORE
16 GBRAM
512 GBSTORAGE
16" DISPLAY
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HP EliteBook 8 G1i 16 Notebook Wolf Pro Security Edition Intel Core Ultra 7 255U 16GB RAM 512GB SSD 16" Windows 11 Pro Business Laptop
£1677.64
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HP EliteBook 8 G1i 16 Notebook Wolf Pro Security Edition Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 255U 16GB RAM 512GB SSD 16" Windows 11 Pro Business Laptop
£1677.64
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Deterministic performance ratings and market evaluation based on verified benchmarks.
Hardware Capability:2.2/10
Standard Price
Editorial Executive Summary
How we evaluateEliteBook 8 G1i 16 inch Notebook AI PC Wolf Pro Security Edition is a budget-focused portable designed for essential everyday browsing, streaming, and student coursework, powered by the 255U paired with 16GB RAM for seamless multitasking. Priced at £1677.64, it is currently tracking near its typical UK market baseline. Consider that features standard IPS display; lacks the true inky blacks and infinite contrast of OLED panels.
Gaming Performance
—Work & Productivity
—Creation & Media
—Portability & Commute
4.8/10Key Strengths
- Generous 16GB memory enables fluid multi-application workflows without slowdowns
Trade-offs to Consider
- Features standard IPS display; lacks the true inky blacks and infinite contrast of OLED panels
- Substantial 16" chassis has a larger desk footprint and requires a spacious backpack for travel
* Near recent regular price (£1594.99). Worth watching for discounts.
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Technical Specifications
Design
- Colour nameGlacier silver
- Product typeLaptop
- Product colourSilver
- Form factorClamshell
- Market positioningPremium
- Introduction year2025
- Country of originChina, Mexico
- Original brand nameHP
Display
- Display diagonal40.6 cm (16")
- Display resolution1920 x 1200 pixels
- TouchscreenNo
- HD typeWUXGA
- Panel typeIPS
- LED backlightYes
- Anti-glare screenYes
- Display brightness300 cd/m²
- Display diagonal (metric)40.6 cm
- RGB colour spacesRGB
- Colour gamut62.5%
- sRGB coverage (typical)62.5%
Processor
- Processor manufacturerIntel
- Processor familyIntel Core Ultra 7
- Processor generationIntel Core Ultra (Series 2)
- Processor model255U
- Processor cores12
- Processor threads14
- Processor boost frequency5.2 GHz
- Performance cores2
- Efficient cores8
- Low Power Efficient-cores2
- Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency5.2 GHz
- Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency4.2 GHz
- Low Power Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency2.4 GHz
- Performance-core base frequency2 GHz
- Efficient-core base frequency1.7 GHz
- Low Power Efficient-core Base Frequency700 MHz
- Processor cache12 MB
- Processor cache typeL3
- Processor base power15 W
- Maximum turbo power57 W
Neural processor unit (NPU)
- Neural processor unit (NPU)Intel AI Boost
- Sparsity supportYes
- Windows Studio effects supportYes
- AI software frameworks supported by NPUDirectML, ONNX RT, OpenVINO, Windows ML
- NPU performance up to12 TOPs
Memory
- Internal memory16 GB
- Internal memory typeDDR5-SDRAM
- Memory clock speed5600 MHz
- Memory form factorSO-DIMM
- Memory layout (slots x size)1 x 16 GB
- Memory slots2x SO-DIMM
- Maximum internal memory16 GB
Storage
- Total storage capacity512 GB
- Storage mediaSSD
- Total SSDs capacity512 GB
- Number of SSDs installed1
- SSD capacity512 GB
- SSD interfacePCI Express
- NVMeYes
- Optical drive typeNo
Graphics
- Discrete graphics card modelNot available
- On-board graphics cardYes
- On-board GPU manufacturerIntel
- Discrete graphics cardNo
- On-board graphics card familyIntel® Graphics
- On-board graphics card modelIntel® Graphics
Audio
- Built-in speaker(s)Yes
- Number of built-in speakers2
- Built-in microphoneYes
- Number of microphones2
Camera
- Front cameraYes
- Front camera resolution (numeric)5 MP
- Infrared (IR) cameraYes
Network
- Wi-FiYes
- Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
- Wi-Fi standardsWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
- Mobile network connectionNo
- Antenna type2x2
- WLAN controller modelIntel Wi-Fi 6E AX211
- WLAN controller manufacturerIntel
- BluetoothYes
- Bluetooth version5.3
Ports & interfaces
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity1
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity1
- USB4 Gen 3x2 ports quantity2
- HDMI ports quantity1
- HDMI version2.1
- Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity2
- Intel® Thunderbolt 4Yes
- Microphone inYes
- Combo headphone/mic portYes
- USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate ModeYes
- USB Sleep-and-ChargeYes
- USB Sleep-and-Charge ports3
Performance
- Temperature sensorYes
- Hall sensorYes
Keyboard
- Pointing deviceClickpad
- Numeric keypadYes
- Keyboard backlitYes
- Spill-resistant keyboardYes
- Input device modelHP Premium Keyboard
- Copilot keyYes
Software
- Microsoft CopilotYes
- Operating system installedWindows 11 Pro
- Bundled softwareHP Wolf Pro Security Edition (1 year)
Processor special features
- Intel® Turbo Boost TechnologyYes
Brand-specific features
- HP speaker typeHP Dual Speakers
- HP front cameraHP Webcam 5MP
- HP Artificial IntelligenceAI PC
- HP segmentBusiness
- HP GTIN (EAN/UPC)199251942327
Battery
- Battery technologyLithium Polymer (LiPo)
- Number of battery cells3
- Battery capacity62 Wh
- Fast chargingYes
- Fast charging time (50%)30 min
Power
- AC adapter power65 W
- AC adapter frequency50 - 60 Hz
- AC adapter input voltage100 - 240 V
- USB Type-C charging portYes
- USB Power Delivery (USB PD)Yes
Security
- Fingerprint readerYes
- Smart card readerYes
- Password protectionYes
- Password protection typeBIOS, Power on
Certificates
- Compliance certificatesGS mark, CCC, RoHS, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), CE, BSMI
Sustainability
- Sustainability complianceYes
- Sustainability certificatesENERGY STAR, EPEAT, TCO, TCO10
- Sustainable technologies and materialsAt least 80% recycled metal; Product Carbon Footprint; HP paper-based packaging is from recycled or certified sources; At least 25% post-consumer recycled plastic; Low halogen; Bulk packaging available
Weight & dimensions
- Width359.4 mm
- Depth251 mm
- Height (front)1.09 cm
- Height (rear)1.7 cm
- Weight1.69 kg
Carbon footprint
- Total carbon footprint (kg of CO2e)208.103
- Carbon emissions, manufacturing (kg of CO2e)191.186
- Carbon emissions, logistics (kg of CO2e)4.547
- Carbon emissions, end-of-life (kg of CO2e)0.541
- Total carbon emissions, w/o use phase (kg of CO2e)11.829
Packaging content
- Keyboard includedYes
Logistics data
- Harmonized System (HS) code8471300000
Technical details
- General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) URLhttps://support.hp.com/us-en/document/ish_6126692-6126777-16?openCLC=true
Other features
- UNSPSC-code43211503
- Memory module typeSODIMM
- Manufacturer warranty1 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.
- Support service includedHP 1y Wolf Pro Security Edition Software License and Support Subscription attached to 1 HW device. For terms and conditions, please visit https://h20195.www2.hp.com/v2/GetPDF.aspx/4AA8-1150EEE & https://www8.hp.com/h20195/v2/getpdf.aspx/4AA5-7123EEGB.pdf
Product Identifiers
- Manufacturer Part No (MPN)AD4L6ET#ABU
- Barcode (EAN)0199251942327