HP unveils advanced AI PCs and workstations, enhancing productivity and collaboration for modern business leaders at CES 2025.
Quiver AI Summary
At CES 2025, HP Inc. unveiled a new lineup of AI-powered PCs designed to enhance productivity for modern business leaders. The highlight of the launch is the HP EliteBook Ultra G1i, touted as the world's most immersive AI business notebook, offering features like fast presentation tools and built-in security through HP Wolf Security. Other key products include the HP ZBook Ultra G1a, the most powerful 14-inch mobile workstation, and the HP Z2 Mini G1a, a compact mini workstation. HP also introduced innovative technologies like the HP Thunderbolt 4 G6 Docks, which activate upon proximity, streamlining workspace connectivity. The new lineup is aimed at addressing the evolving demands of the workforce, enabling seamless multitasking, and fostering creativity with enhanced collaboration tools, while HP's AI Companion helps personalize user experiences. Products are set to roll out in early 2025, with prices starting at $1,999.
Potential Positives
- Introduction of the HP EliteBook Ultra G1i, the world's most immersive AI business notebook, showcasing HP's commitment to innovation in the commercial PC market.
- The HP ZBook Ultra G1a is recognized as the world's most powerful 14-inch mobile workstation, highlighting HP's leadership in high-performance computing solutions.
- HP Z Captis, a CES 2025 Best of Innovation winner, underscores HP's ability to create award-winning products that enhance user experience and productivity.
- The introduction of Thunderbolt 4 G6 Docks with proximity activation demonstrates HP's focus on enhancing workplace connectivity and efficiency for professionals.
Potential Negatives
- High starting prices for new products, such as the HP EliteBook Ultra G1i at $2,019, may limit access for potential customers and could affect sales.
- Focus on new AI PCs and advanced features may overshadow potential ongoing supply chain issues or manufacturing delays related to new technologies.
- Claims regarding being the "world's most powerful" devices could lead to scrutiny or skepticism if competitors challenge these assertions, potentially damaging brand credibility.
FAQ
What new AI PCs did HP launch at CES 2025?
HP introduced the EliteBook Ultra G1i, ZBook Ultra G1a, and Z2 Mini G1a as part of its latest AI PC lineup.
How does the HP EliteBook Ultra G1i enhance productivity?
The EliteBook Ultra G1i features AI performance for faster multitasking, quick content creation, and efficient email personalization.
What is the significance of the HP Z Captis?
The HP Z Captis won a CES 2025 Best of Innovation award for its integration with Adobe, enhancing creative workflows.
What innovative features do HP Thunderbolt 4 G6 Docks offer?
These docks include proximity activation, enabling seamless connection and management of workspace tech before users sit down.
When will HP's new products be available for purchase?
The HP EliteBook Ultra G1i is available this month, with other models like the ZBook Ultra G1a releasing in spring 2025.
Disclaimer: This is an AI-generated summary of a press release distributed by GlobeNewswire. The model used to summarize this release may make mistakes. See the full release here.
$HPQ Insider Trading Activity
$HPQ insiders have traded $HPQ stock on the open market 6 times in the past 6 months. Of those trades, 0 have been purchases and 6 have been sales.
Here’s a breakdown of recent trading of $HPQ stock by insiders over the last 6 months:
- STEPHANIE LIEBMAN (Global Controller) sold 11,000 shares.
- KRISTEN M LUDGATE (Chief People Officer) sold 74,356 shares.
- ALEX CHO (President, Personal Systems) has traded it 2 times. They made 0 purchases and 2 sales, selling 50,585 shares.
- ENRIQUE LORES (President and CEO) has traded it 2 times. They made 0 purchases and 2 sales, selling 348,595 shares.
To track insider transactions, check out Quiver Quantitative's insider trading dashboard.
$HPQ Hedge Fund Activity
We have seen 544 institutional investors add shares of $HPQ stock to their portfolio, and 449 decrease their positions in their most recent quarter.
Here are some of the largest recent moves:
- BLACKROCK, INC. added 12,285,223 shares (+11.7%) to their portfolio in Q3 2024
- VANGUARD GROUP INC added 9,401,314 shares (+7.8%) to their portfolio in Q3 2024
- STATE STREET CORP added 3,923,161 shares (+8.2%) to their portfolio in Q3 2024
- ARROWSTREET CAPITAL, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP removed 3,770,325 shares (-31.4%) from their portfolio in Q3 2024
- DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP removed 3,203,030 shares (-35.4%) from their portfolio in Q3 2024
- BANK OF AMERICA CORP /DE/ added 2,757,829 shares (+11.7%) to their portfolio in Q3 2024
- CONTOUR ASSET MANAGEMENT LLC added 2,665,880 shares (+inf%) to their portfolio in Q3 2024
To track hedge funds' stock portfolios, check out Quiver Quantitative's institutional holdings dashboard.
Full Release
Enabling businesses to crush it like never before
News Highlights:
Modern leaders will make a powerful impression with a new class of PCs that unlock their full potential including the HP EliteBook Ultra G1i – the world’s most immersive AI business notebook
1
Be the company superhero, managing high-performance workflows simultaneously with the world’s most powerful 14-inch mobile workstation,
2
the HP ZBook Ultra G1a 14 and the world's most powerful mini workstation,
3
the HP Z2 Mini G1a
Tactile and digital worlds collide with
HP Z Captis
, a
CES 2025 Best of Innovation
winner in Computer Peripherals & Accessories
Magically turn on your PC before you even sit down with HP Thunderbolt 4 G6 Docks, the world’s first docks with proximity activation
4
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today at CES 2025, future business leaders will be wowed by new and powerful AI PCs and solutions from HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) that empower them to collaborate and lead like never before.
Working with Purpose to Drive Impact
As the work landscape evolves, so do expectations for technology. That’s why HP meticulously designed its latest lineup of commercial next-gen AI PCs to give professionals the right tools for their unique work experiences.
With HP’s newest EliteBooks, fast presentation creation, personalized emails, and a built-in recording studio are possible with just a simple click of a button, alongside built-in security and intelligence thanks to Wolf Security.
For executives, the ultra-slim
HP EliteBook Ultra G1i 14-inch Notebook Next-Gen AI PC
powers lighting fast decision-making and AI-enhanced collaboration experiences without sacrificing performance or cutting-edge design:
Reclaim time:
Supercharge productivity with faster local AI performance driven by up to 48 TOPS of NPU performance
5
with Intel® Core Ultra 5 and 7 processors
6
to spend more time on what matters. Multitask across power-intensive applications, customize webinars or podcasts more than 2x faster,
7
and personalize emails nearly twice as fast.
8
Show up and lead like a visionary:
Create professional-level videos with a built-in recording studio experience. Look and sound like a pro with the world’s first AI business notebook with a 9MP camera,
9
,
10
dual microphone, quad speaker design, and AI-powered Poly Camera Pro conferencing experiences.
Immerse in purposeful work:
Virtual interactions are brought to life and more engaging on a sharp 120 Hz 3K OLED display and the world’s largest haptic trackpad on an AI business notebook.
11
For leaders on the move, HP delivers robust and reliable performance wherever their work takes them with the
HP EliteBook X G1i 14-inch Notebook Next-Gen AI PC
and
HP EliteBook X Flip G1i 14-inch Notebook Next-Gen AI PC.
Maximized productivity:
Record video demos and create presentations nearly 2x faster
12
and develop personalized emails 1.3x faster
13
with up to 48 TOPS of NPU performance
14
powered by Intel® Core Ultra 5 and 7 processors.
15
An innovative thermal design with two high-density turbo fans boosts performance to handle tough tasks while staying 10% quieter.
16
Adaptability to work from anywhere:
The lightweight and flexible EliteBook X Flip easily converts from laptop, tablet, and tent modes to accommodate various workstyles. Offered in atmospheric blue and glacier silver colors, this device takes creative projects to the next level and captures precise notes when paired with the HP Rechargeable Active Pen.
17
The newest next-generation AI PCs in HP’s commercial lineup all feature HP AI Companion,
18
a
CES 2025 Innovation Awards
honoree. Personalize PC settings and summarize documents to get up to speed quickly and make smarter decisions in just a few minutes.
HP Wolf Security
delivers built-in intelligence that protects at every level of the endpoint amidst rapidly evolving cyber threats.
Unlocking High-Performance Work
HP is transforming high-performance compute with innovations that deliver cutting-edge hardware and solutions for today’s workforce. 75% of product designers believe that current computing technology is not able to meet their multi-software requirements
19
while workstation users desire smaller and lighter devices
20
. To address this, HP is announcing the newest HP Z2 Mini G1a and the ZBook Ultra G1a, World's first mobile workstation with AMD Ryzen™ AI Max PRO,
21
both of which were developed in collaboration with AMD to deliver high performance in compact designs. The HP Z2 Mini and HP ZBook Ultra enable users to simultaneously engage in 3D design, render graphics-intensive projects, and work locally with LLMs.
HP Z Captis
, developed with Adobe, has been recognized as a
Best of CES 2025 Innovation Award winner
. The HP Z Captis further highlights HP's commitment to fostering creativity without limitations and how co-engineering with industry leaders enhances creative workflows.
HP ZBook Ultra G1a
, the world’s most powerful 14-inch mobile workstation,
22
defies what’s possible on the go. As part of
HP’s PC brand transformation
and vision for the future, Z by HP will now be offering an Ultra in its mobile workstation portfolio. With its compact design and new AMD Ryzen™ AI Max PRO processor, the ZBook Ultra offers the performance to tackle workflows previously not possible on a laptop. Take desk-bound workflows anywhere with an ultra-thin and light design, combined with a long-lasting battery, Next-Gen AI PC features, and AI-enhanced privacy. Featuring up to 16 desktop-class CPU cores, discrete-like integrated graphics, and up to 128GB of innovative unified memory architecture, and the ability to assign up to 96GB RAM to the GPU, the ZBook Ultra enables seamless multitasking between applications.
HP Z2 Mini G1a
,
the world's most powerful mini workstation,
23
exceeds the needs of workstation-class professionals. Equipped with the AMD Ryzen™ AI Max PRO processor and scalable 128GB of innovative unified memory architecture with the ability to assign up to 96 GB exclusively to the GPU, the Z2 Mini G1a delivers performance for graphics-intensive workflows. With an internal power supply, this PC cleanly fits on a desk, mounted behind a monitor, or attached under a desk. It also easily fits in a rack, and its small size allows for a high-density rack mount solution that combines performance, manageability, and security.
This spring, HP will launch its first-ever 18-inch mobile workstation, delivering more power for pro-graphics and massive memory and storage, at nearly the same size as a 17” workstation. With 3x turbo fans, HP Vaporforce Thermals, and next-gen discrete graphics, this powerful mobile workstation has been meticulously engineered to provide up to 200W TDP. The device aims to redefine both portability and performance with impressive capabilities to unlock new, more demanding workflows. With a product offering that includes the HP ZBook Ultra G1a and a new 18" ZBook, HP expects to be first to market with the world’s broadest portfolio of mobile workstations.
24
Staying One Step Ahead in a Modern Workspace
68% of employees report experiencing moderate to severe digital friction when using technology.
25
It can be even more frustrating when setting up a workspace and transitioning between locations. Employees need intuitive technology that seamlessly connects and works to stay productive without interruption, which is why HP is delivering the world’s most advanced Thunderbolt 4 docks.
26
HP Thunderbolt 4 G6 Docks transform how professionals connect, manage, and protect their workspace – all before they sit down. HP Quick Connect found in the docks utilizes Bluetooth to detect a PC as it’s approaching, instantly waking the ecosystem of displays and accessories to start work immediately.
There are three versions of this technology: the
HP Thunderbolt 4 100W G6 Dock
designed for mainstream workers, and the
HP Thunderbolt 4 Ultra G6 Docks
featuring 180W of power delivery for creative professionals and 280W for technical specialists and power users.
These docks enable easy cloud manageability without disrupting an employee’s flow thanks to
Poly Lens
. The dock’s hardware and software are protected at every touchpoint with HP Wolf Security interlaced with HP Sure Start. And the Thunderbolt™ 4 technology provides high-speed power alongside a single-cable connection to multiple monitors.
Pair HP’s newest PCs and docks with the company’s comprehensive portfolio of solutions for the ultimate workspace.
Poly Voyager Legend 30 & 50 Series
Headsets
deliver flexibility to move throughout the day. With AI-enhanced noise reduction and WindSmart technology, the
Poly Voyager Legend 50 Series
blocks out unwanted environmental sounds so voices are heard clearly in any environment. The
HP 720/725 Multi-Device Rechargeable Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo
adds a personal touch to any desk space with ultra-fast charging
27
and a battery-free design,
28
along with the
HP 400 Quiet Wireless Mouse
, which comes in five colors.
Pricing and Availability
29
The
HP EliteBook Ultra G1i
will be available on HP.com later this month for a starting price of $2,019.
The
HP EliteBook X G1i
is expected to be available on HP.com in February for a starting price of $1,999.
The
HP EliteBook X Flip G1i
is expected to be available on HP.com in February for a starting price of $2,249.
The
HP ZBook Ultra G1a
is expected to be available on HP.com/z in spring of 2025. Pricing will be announced closer to availability.
The
HP Z2 Mini G1a
is expected to be available on HP.com/z in spring of 2025. Pricing will be announced closer to availability.
HP Thunderbolt 4 G6 Docks
are expected to be available on HP.com in April. Pricing will be announced closer to availability.
The
Poly Voyager Legend 30 & 50 Series
are expected to be available later this month in select regions and worldwide on HP.com in February. The Voyager Legend 30 will be available for $101.95, the Poly Voyager Legend 50 for $121.95, and Poly Voyager Legend 50 UC for $261.95.
The
HP 720 Multi-Device Rechargeable Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo
is available now on HP.com for $89.99.
The
HP 400 Quiet Wireless Mouse
is expected to be available on HP.com in May for $29.99.
For more information about HP at CES 2025 and additional HP news at the show, please visit the
HP Press Center
.
About HP
HP Inc. (NYSE: HPQ) is a global technology leader and creator of solutions that enable people to bring their ideas to life and connect to the things that matter most. Operating in more than 170 countries, HP delivers a wide range of innovative and sustainable devices, services and subscriptions for personal computing, printing, 3D printing, hybrid work, gaming, and more. For more information, please visit
http://www.hp.com
.
_______________
1
Based on HP's internal analysis of business clamshell notebooks with unique and immersive capabilities at no additional cost and an NPU as of December 2024.
2
Based on HP's internal analysis of non-gaming 14" mobile workstations with a minimum 3 ISV certs, configurable professional graphics, and a dedicated workstation brand as of September 2024. Most powerful based on highest processor, graphics, memory, storage supported
3
Based on HP’s internal analysis of ISV certified mini workstations with <3L volume, at least 3 ISV certifications, configurable professional graphics and a dedicated workstation brand. Powerful based on processor, integrated graphics, memory, and power supply as of October 2024.
4
Based on HP’s internal analysis of docks as of December 2024 with integrated proximity activation to wake connected peripherals and PC upon approach.
5
Features and software that require a NPU may require software purchase, subscription or enablement by a software or platform provider, and third-party software may have specific configuration or compatibility requirements. Potential NPU inferencing performance varies by use, configuration, and other factors.
6
Multicore is designed to improve performance of certain software products. Not all customers or software applications will necessarily benefit from use of this technology. Performance and clock frequency will vary depending on application workload and your hardware and software configurations. Intel’s numbering, branding, and//or naming is not a measurement of higher performance.
7
Based on the time in seconds to complete the AI generated background effect in Canvid. Tested on pre-production HP EliteBook Ultra G1i with Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB RAM and 1TB HDD vs. production build HP Dragonfly G4 with Intel Core i7 1370P, 32GB RAM, 1TB HDD. Actual results may vary.
8
Based measurement of the tokens per second for a local LLM to translate a text file from English to Japanese. Tested on pre-production HP EliteBook Ultra G1i with Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB RAM and 1TB HDD vs. production build HP Dragonfly G4 with Intel Core i7 1370P, 32GB RAM, 1TB HDD. Actual results may vary.
9
Based on HP's internal analysis of the front camera of business clamshell notebooks with an NPU as of December 2024.
10
Camera resolution refers to the image sensor active pixels. The actual image capture pixels depend on the app and/or aspect ratio selected.
11
Based on HP's internal analysis of business clamshell notebooks with an NPU as of December 2024.
12
Based on the time in seconds to complete the AI generated background effect in Canvid. Tested on pre-production HP EliteBook X G1i with Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB RAM and 2TB HDD vs. production build HP EliteBook 1040 G10 with Intel Core i7 1370P, 32GB RAM, 512GB HDD. Actual results may vary.
13
Based measurement of the tokens per second for a local LLM to translate a text file from English to Japanese. Tested on pre-production HP EliteBook X G1i with Core Ultra 7 268V, 32GB RAM and 2TB HDD vs. production build HP EliteBook 1040 G10 with Intel Core i7 1370P, 32GB RAM, 512GB HDD. Actual results may vary.
14
Features and software that require a NPU may require software purchase, subscription or enablement by a software or platform provider, and third-party software may have specific configuration or compatibility requirements. Potential NPU inferencing performance varies by use, configuration, and other factors.
15
Multicore is designed to improve performance of certain software products. Not all customers or software applications will necessarily benefit from use of this technology. Performance and clock frequency will vary depending on application workload and your hardware and software configurations. Intel’s numbering, branding, and//or naming is not a measurement of higher performance.
16
Based on HP internal testing comparing the HP EliteBook 1040 G10 and HP EliteBook X G1i.
17
Sold separately or as an optional feature.
18
HP AI Companion is available preloaded on select HP next gen AI PCs or is available for download from the Microsoft store and requires a HP next gen AI PC with a NPU supporting 40-60 TOPS and requires Windows 11. Perform requires account set up within 30 days of PC boot. Some features require customer upload of local data. Five (5) library 100MB limit each and supports pdf, .txt., .docx files. HP may limit search prompts to 200 per calendar month.
19 Qualitative Workstream from the Global Customer Journey Mapping (CJM) Study, conducted in the US and DE by Portfolio Strategy and Horizon Strategy, June 2024. Sponsored by HP.
20
Quantitative study by Mosaic Group, May 2023. Sponsored by HP.
21
Based on HP's internal analysis of non-gaming 14" mobile workstations with a minimum 3 ISV certs, configurable professional graphics, and a dedicated workstation brand as of September 2024.
22
Based on HP's internal analysis of non-gaming 14" mobile workstations with a minimum 3 ISV certs, configurable professional graphics, and a dedicated workstation brand as of September 2024. Most powerful based on highest processor, graphics, memory, storage supported
23
Based on HP’s internal analysis of ISV certified mini workstations with <3L volume, at least 3 ISV certifications, configurable professional graphics and a dedicated workstation brand. Powerful based on processor, integrated graphics, memory, and power supply as of October 2024.
24
Based on HP’s internal analysis of ISV certified mini workstations with <3L volume, at least 3 ISV certifications, configurable professional graphics and a dedicated workstation brand. Powerful based on processor, integrated graphics, memory, and power supply as of October 2024.
25
Hype Cycle for Digital Workplace Applications, Gartner, August 2023.
26
Based on HP’s internal analysis of docks with Thunderbolt TM 4 technology as of December 2024. Most advanced pertains to Thunderbolt TM 4 power delivery that is greater than or equal to 180W, Windows and macOS compatibility, integrated LED light bar that communicates dock status, multiple end-user replaceable components for serviceability, and integrated proximity activation.
27
Fast charging is based on USB Type-C ®-- 3.0 port (5V, 2.5A). The actual charging time may vary depending on the port type and environmental conditions. Usage life is an estimate and varies depending on many factors, including number of active, idle and asleep hours of use, number of applications running, environmental conditions, and features used; actual usage life will vary with usage and environmental condition.
28
A supercapacitor solution using non-Lithium Ion battery energy storage. Based on HP’s internal analysis of nongaming, wireless, rechargeable keyboard with 22 programmable keys that use the OEM’s software and do not use Li-Ion battery energy storage (as of May 27, 2024).
29
Pricing and availability subject to change without notice.
Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:
https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/d66bac6a-44f1-4723-b669-66e4e6b53f0f
https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/ce387891-48ec-4cc9-ab9e-a5797896ee48
https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/a5218fa4-b271-4c13-8674-893f67237837
This article was originally published on Quiver News, read the full story.
The views and opinions expressed herein are the views and opinions of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of Nasdaq, Inc.
