💻 HP EliteBook 8 G1a vs G1i: AMD Ryzen AI vs Intel Core Ultra
HP EliteBook 8 G1a vs HP EliteBook 8 G1i compared across 21 matched specifications — scores, the full spec table and a verdict.
HP EliteBook 8 G1a vs G1i: performance overview
Scores based on quantifiable specification values (1-10 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | HP EliteBook 8 G1a HP | HP EliteBook 8 G1i HP |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Processor | AMD Ryzen AI 300 series - Ryzen AI 5 340 up to Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 (up to 8C/16T) | Intel Core Ultra 7 (Series 2): Lunar Lake 268V/256V or 16-core Arrow Lake-H 265H/255H (Ultra 5 and U-series also offered) |
| CPU cores | Up to 8 cores / 16 threads (Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350) | Up to 16 cores / 16 threads (Arrow Lake-H 265H/255H) |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon Graphics (integrated) | Intel Arc 140V (Lunar Lake) or Intel Arc 140T (Arrow Lake-H, with 16GB+ dual-channel memory) |
| Discrete GPU | Integrated AMD Radeon only | Integrated Intel Arc only |
| Memory & storage | ||
| Maximum memory | Up to 64 GB: DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM, two slots, upgradeable (14/16-inch); 64 GB LPDDR5X-8533 soldered, not upgradeable (13.3-inch) | Copilot+ (Lunar Lake): 16/32GB LPDDR5x-8533 onboard, max 32GB. AI PC (Arrow Lake-H): DDR5 SODIMM, 2 slots, up to 64GB (DDR5-5600) |
| Memory type | DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM, 2 slots, upgradeable (14/16-inch); LPDDR5X (7500-8533 MT/s) soldered, non-upgradeable (13.3-inch) | LPDDR5x-8533 onboard (Lunar Lake, max 32GB) or DDR5-5600 SODIMM 2 slots (Arrow Lake-H, up to 64GB) |
| Maximum storage | PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD, up to 2 TB | 256GB to 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD (Gen4/Gen5), TLC; self-encrypting OPAL2 options |
| Display | ||
| Display size | 13.3 / 14 / 16-inch, 16:10 UWVA (IPS-type) | 14" or 16" IPS-class UWVA LCD |
| Resolution | 2560×1600 | 2560×1600 |
| Brightness | Up to 800 nits with sRGB 100%; 300-nit entry panels | Up to 800 nits with HP Sure View 5 |
| Panel | UWVA (IPS-type); WUXGA or optional 2.5K 120Hz VRR (14/16in); HP Sure View 5 privacy option | IPS-class UWVA LCD, anti-glare, Low Blue Light (no OLED); WUXGA up to 800-nit Sure View 5 or 2.5K 120Hz; touch optional |
| Touchscreen | Touch available on selected builds | Touch optional |
| Connectivity | ||
| Thunderbolt / USB4 ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, 40 Gbps, DP 2.1, PD) — Thunderbolt 4 on this AMD EliteBook per HP QuickSpecs | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C 40Gbps, USB PD, DP 2.1) |
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C, 40 Gbps, DP 2.1, USB PD), 1x USB-C (DP 1.4, PD), 1x USB-A (5 Gbps), HDMI 2.1, headphone/mic combo | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C 40Gbps, USB PD, DP 2.1), 1x USB-C 10Gbps, 1x USB-A 5Gbps, HDMI 2.1, headphone/mic; optional RJ-45 |
| Mobile broadband (4G/5G) option | Optional 5G NR or 4G LTE WWAN (MediaTek T700) | Optional 4G/5G WWAN |
| Physical | ||
| Weight (from) | ✓Starting at 1.39 kg (14-inch); starting at 1.69 kg (16-inch) | From 1.40 kg (14") / from 1.70 kg (16") |
| Security & management | ||
| Intel vPro | N/A — AMD Ryzen AI platform; Intel vPro not offered (AMD PRO manageability on PRO models) | Intel vPro on eligible processors |
| Copilot+ PC (40+ TOPS NPU) | Copilot+ PC — AMD Ryzen AI NPU 50 TOPS | Copilot+ PC on Ultra 7 268V/256V (Lunar Lake, 47-48 TOPS); 265H/255H Arrow Lake-H are 13-TOPS AI PCs |
| Battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 62 Wh (14-inch) / 77 Wh (16-inch), HP Fast Charge (approx. 50% in 30 min) | 3-cell 62 Wh or 8-cell 77 Wh (16"); HP Fast Charge ~50% in 30 minutes |
| Support | ||
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro (Windows 11 Home available; Enterprise via Volume Licensing) |
| Base warranty | 1-year (1/1/0) limited; HP Care Pack upgrades available | HP standard 1/1/0 limited warranty (1-year parts and labour, no on-site); one-year HP Wolf Pro Security Edition licence; HP Care Pack uplifts available |
Expert Analysis
The HP EliteBook 8 G1a (AMD) delivers better overall value for most UK businesses, combining user-upgradeable memory on the 14- and 16-inch models, a lighter build, and Copilot+ AI across its Ryzen AI 300 (Next Gen AI PC) configurations. The 14- and 16-inch models use two DDR5 SO-DIMM slots for up to 64GB of upgradeable RAM (the 13.3-inch model has up to 64GB of soldered LPDDR5X), and every Ryzen AI 300 configuration includes the 50-TOPS AMD Ryzen AI NPU (HP's Ryzen 200-series AI PC variants have an NPU of up to 16 TOPS and are not Copilot+ PCs). The slightly lower starting weight (1.39 kg vs 1.40 kg for 14-inch) is marginal but welcome. The EliteBook 8 G1i (Intel) is the stronger choice when Intel vPro manageability is essential (both models offer optional 4G/5G WWAN). It offers a split: efficient Lunar Lake Copilot+ chips with up to 32GB soldered memory, or high-performance Arrow Lake-H processors with up to 16 cores and socketed RAM but a weaker 13-TOPS NPU. Both laptops share similar premium display options (up to 800-nit Sure View 5 and 2.5K 120Hz), battery capacities, and port selections including dual Thunderbolt 4. Warranties and software are comparable. In short, the AMD-based G1a excels in value and upgradeability, while the Intel G1i serves vPro manageability requirements.
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