At CES 2025, HP revealed three exciting new additions to its EliteBook series, all powered by Intel’s latest processors. These include the EliteBook Ultra G1i, EliteBook X G1i, and EliteBook X Flip G1i, catering to a broad range of users, from those seeking premium performance to those needing versatile 2-in-1 flexibility. All three laptops feature Intel Core Ultra chips, designed to excel at AI processing, ensuring speed and efficiency.
HP is positioning these new EliteBooks as AI-powered PCs. While this aligns with the industry trend of integrating AI into every new device, it’s also a core feature, thanks to the Intel Core Ultra 5 and 7 processors. These chips are specifically designed with three dedicated compute engines for handling on-device AI tasks. All three models come equipped with Copilot+ technology, enabling them to process AI tasks at 48 TOPS (trillion operations per second), ensuring impressive performance for everything from video calls to real-time data processing.
These new EliteBooks are designed for high performance, with configurations offering 16GB or 32GB of RAM and 256GB or 512GB of SSD storage. Whether for professional work, creative projects, or intensive multitasking, these laptops are built to handle the most demanding tasks.
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EliteBook Ultra G1i: The Premium Choice
The EliteBook Ultra G1i stands as the premium model in this lineup. It boasts a 3K OLED display, a 9MP webcam, and a haptic touchpad, making it an ideal choice for professionals who demand top-tier performance and visuals.
- Display: Available in both touch and non-touch configurations, the 14-inch OLED panel has a 2,880 x 1,880 resolution, offering vibrant colors and deep contrast.
- Webcam: The 9MP camera provides exceptional video quality, and HP’s onboard AI can upscale video calls to higher resolutions, enhancing clarity.
- Audio: Equipped with studio-quality dual microphones and quad speakers, the Ultra G1i is perfect for video conferencing, presentations, and media consumption.
The non-touch model weighs just 2.63 pounds (1.2 kg), while the touch model is slightly heavier at 2.68 pounds (1.2 kg). The haptic touchpad, similar to Apple’s MacBook, provides a “click” experience without actual physical movement, creating a seamless, consistent feel across the entire surface.
EliteBook X G1i and EliteBook X Flip G1i: Versatility in Design
The EliteBook X G1i and EliteBook X Flip G1i offer more flexibility, catering to users who need a laptop with a versatile form factor.
- EliteBook X G1i: This model follows a classic clamshell design, making it a solid choice for users who prefer a traditional laptop setup. It’s equipped with a 1,920 x 1,200 LCD display, with a 2,560 x 1,600 option also available for both models.
- EliteBook X Flip G1i: As a 2-in-1 convertible laptop, the Flip G1i features a 360-degree hinge, allowing you to flip it into a tablet mode for greater versatility. Its touchscreen is available in all configurations, making it the perfect device for users who need a hybrid between laptop and tablet.
Both models feature a 5MP webcam, which, while lower resolution than the Ultra G1i’s, still offers solid performance for video calls and conferencing.
- Active Pen Support: The EliteBook X series is compatible with HP’s $99 Rechargeable Active Pen, which is sold separately, allowing users to take notes or sketch with ease.
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Pricing and Availability
As of now, HP has not disclosed the pricing or exact release dates for the new EliteBook models. However, they will be on display at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, where visitors can experience the devices firsthand.
Whether you choose the high-end EliteBook Ultra G1i for its superior display and webcam, or the flexible EliteBook X G1i and X Flip G1i for their versatility, HP’s new lineup promises to deliver impressive results in every use case.