HP Z
{{Short description|Series of workstation computer models}}
{{infobox computer
| name = HP Z
| image = HP_Z820_Workstation.jpg
| caption = HP Z820, the flagship model from 2012
| developer = Hewlett-Packard
| type = Workstation
| processor = Intel Core, Intel Xeon, AMD Ryzen, AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO
| website = {{URL|https://www.hp.com/workstations/}}
| predecessor = HP xw series
| release date = {{Start date and age|March 2009}}
| power = Up to 2 2.25 kW PSUs
| related = HP ZBook
| graphics = Nvidia Quadro, Nvidia RTX AMD FirePro, AMD Radeon Pro
| os = Microsoft Windows, Linux
| marketing target = Professional purpose
| manufacturer = Hewlett-Packard
}}
HP Z is a series of professional workstation computers developed by Hewlett-Packard. The first-generation desktop products were announced in March 2009, replacing the HP xw series desktop workstations.{{Cite web|url=https://www8.hp.com/us/en/hp-news/press-release.html?id=169690|title=HP Reinvents the Workstation|date=2009-03-30|website=HP News|publisher=Hewlett-Packard}} The product line expanded to mobile with the announcement of ZBook in September 2013, replacing HP's EliteBook W-series mobile workstations.{{Cite web|url=https://www8.hp.com/us/en/hp-news/press-release.html?id=1473065|title=HP Expands Z Workstation Portfolio, Unveils World's First Workstation Ultrabook|date=2013-09-10|website=HP News|publisher=Hewlett-Packard}} The Z workstations mainly compete against Dell's Precision workstations, Lenovo's ThinkStation and ThinkPad P series workstations, as well as Apple's Mac Pro and MacBook Pro.
Desktop workstations
| class="wikitable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" style="min-width:60%;"
|+HP Z Workstation model list !Position !Form Factor !2009 !2010 !2011 !2012 !2013 !2014 !2015 !2016 !2017 !2018 !2019 !2020 !2021 !2022 !2023 |
| rowspan="6" |Entry-level{{Br}}(Pentium Gold/Core i/Xeon 3000/E3/E/W-1000 series)
!Tower ! colspan="10" | |Z1 Entry Tower G5 |Z1 Entry Tower G6 |Z1 G8 |Z1 G9 ! rowspan="6" | |
|---|
| Convertible{{Br}}Minitower
! |Z200 |Z210 |Z220 |Z230 ! rowspan="3" | |Z240 ! colspan="7" | |
| Microtower/Tower
! colspan="4" | |Z228 |Z238 ! colspan="2" rowspan="2" | | rowspan="3" |Z2 G4 ! rowspan="3" | | rowspan="3" |Z2 G5 | rowspan="2" |Z2 G8 | rowspan="3" |Z2 G9 |
| Small Form Factor
! |Z200 |Z210 |Z220 |Z230 |Z240 |
| Mini
! colspan="7" | |Z2 Mini G3 ! ! |
| All-in-one
! colspan="3" | |Z1 G1 ! rowspan="2" | |Z1 G2 ! |Z1 G3 ! colspan="4" | ! colspan="2" rowspan="3" | |
| rowspan="2" |Mid-range{{Br}}(Core i X-series/Xeon W3000/5000/E5/W_2000)
!Tower |Z400 ! colspan="2" | |Z420 |Z440 ! colspan="2" | |Z4 G4 ! colspan="3" | |Z4 G5 |
| Rackmount
! colspan="11" | |ZCentral 4R ! |
| High-end{{Br}}(x1 or x2 Xeon 5000/E5/Scalable/W-3000)
! rowspan="2" |Tower |Z600 ! colspan="2" rowspan="2" | |Z620 ! rowspan="2" | |Z640 ! colspan="2" rowspan="2" | |Z6 G4 ! colspan="5" rowspan="2" | |Z6 G5 |
| Top{{Br}}(x1 or x2 Xeon 5000/E5/Scalable/W-3000)
|Z800 |Z820 |Z840 |Z8 G4 |Z8 G5{{Br}}Z8 Fury G5 |
=First generation=
The HP Z800, HP Z600 and HP Z400 were announced in March 2009, offering Intel Nehalem-based Xeon processors and a new chassis design. An entry-level model, HP Z200, was announced in January 2010 at CES 2010.{{Cite web|url=https://www8.hp.com/us/en/hp-news/press-release.html?id=174209|title=HP Delivers Exceptional Value, Performance with New Workstations and Displays|date=2010-01-06|website=HP News|publisher=Hewlett-Packard}} A small-form-factor version of the Z200, along with Intel Westmere Xeon processor refresh, were introduced to the lineup in March 2010.{{Cite web|url=https://www8.hp.com/us/en/hp-news/press-release.html?id=301733|title=HP Expands Workstation Series to Include Desk-side, Mobile and Small Form Factor Models|date=2010-03-24|website=HP News|publisher=Hewlett-Packard}} Z210, the successor of Z200, was announced in April 2011 with Intel Sandy Bridge Xeon E3 processors.{{Cite web|url=https://www8.hp.com/us/en/hp-news/press-release.html?id=922245|title=HP Unveils Affordable and Compact Workstations for Professionals|date=2011-04-12|website=HP News|publisher=Hewlett-Packard}} An all-in-one workstation Z1 featuring Sandy Bridge E3 processors was introduced in February 2012.{{Cite web|url=https://www8.hp.com/us/en/hp-news/press-release.html?id=1223444|title=HP Z1 Workstation Now Shipping Worldwide|date=2012-04-16|website=HP News|publisher=Hewlett-Packard}}
=Second generation=
The second-generation workstations Z820, Z620 and Z420 were announced in March 2012, featuring Intel Sandy Bridge-EP Xeon E5 processors.{{Cite web|url=https://www8.hp.com/us/en/hp-news/press-release.html?id=1199996|title=HP Unveils Powerful New Line of Workstations|date=2012-03-06|website=HP News|publisher=Hewlett-Packard}} The entry-level Z220 was refreshed with Intel Ivy Bridge Xeon E3 v2 processors in June 2012.{{Cite web|url=https://www.engadget.com/2012/06/04/hp-takes-elitebook-w-series-on-a-trip-to-ivy-bridge-throws-in-z/|title=HP takes EliteBook W-series on a trip to Ivy Bridge, throws in Z220 Xeon workstation for good measure|date=2012-06-04|first=Jon|last=Fingas|website=Engadget}} Z230, successor to Z220, was introduced in July 2013 with Intel Haswell-WS Xeon E3 v3 processors. Z820, Z620 and Z420 were updated to Intel Ivy Bridge Xeon E5 v2 processors in September 2013. The second-generation Z1 G2 all-in-one was announced at CES 2014.{{Cite web|url=https://www8.hp.com/us/en/hp-news/press-release.html?id=1556807|title=HP Unveils First 27-inch Diagonal All-in-one Workstation with Touch Capability|date=2014-01-06|website=HP News|publisher=Hewlett-Packard}}
=Third generation=
The third-generation workstations Z840, Z640 and Z440 were announced in September 2014, featuring Intel Haswell Xeon E5 v3 processors.{{Cite web|url=https://www8.hp.com/us/en/hp-news/press-release.html?id=1765852|title=HP Unveils Its Most Powerful, Expandable Line of Desktop and Mobile Workstations|date=2014-09-08|website=HP News|publisher=Hewlett-Packard}} The processors were later updated to Broadwell in April 2016.{{Cite web|url=https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/hp-refreshed-z-workstation-lineup/|title=HP's 'Z' workstations updated with improved specs|first=Gabe|last=Carey|date=2016-04-01|website=DigitalTrends}} The entry-level Z240 was announced in September 2015 with Intel Skylake E3-1200 v5 processors, and later updated to Kaby Lake Xeon E3-1200 v6 processors.{{Cite web|url=https://www8.hp.com/us/en/hp-news/press-release.html?id=2091336|title=HP Updates the World's No.1 Entry-Level Workstation|date=2015-09-29|website=HP News|publisher=Hewlett-Packard}} The third-generation all-in-one Z1 G3 was announced in April 2016 with Intel Skylake processors.{{Cite web|url=https://www.anandtech.com/show/10267/hp-unveils-thirdgen-allinone-z1-workstation-4k-display-intel-xeon-professional-graphics|title=HP Unveils Third-Gen All-In-One Z1 Workstation: 4K Display, Intel Xeon, Professional Graphics|first=Anton|last=Shilov|date=2016-04-25|website=AnandTech}} A mini workstation, Z2 Mini G3, was announced in November 2016.{{Cite web|url=https://press.ext.hp.com/us/en/press-releases/2016/hp-unveils-industrys-first-ever-mini-workstation.html|title=HP Unveils Industry's First-ever Mini Workstation|date=2016-11-15|website=HP News|publisher=Hewlett-Packard}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.anandtech.com/show/10839/hp-z2-mini-g3-miniature-workstation-with-xeon-and-quadro|title=HP Z2 Mini G3 Announced: Miniature Professional Workstation with Xeon and Quadro|first=Anton|last=Shilov|date=2016-11-16|website=AnandTech}}
=Fourth generation=
The fourth-generation workstations Z8 G4, Z6 G4 and Z4 G4 were announced in September 2017, shipping with Intel Skylake first-generation Xeon Scalable or W-series processors.{{Cite web|url=https://press.ext.hp.com/us/en/press-releases/2017/virtual-reality--machine-learning-and-design-needs-spark-reinven.html|title=Virtual Reality, Machine Learning and Design Needs Spark Reinvention of HP Z Workstations|date=2017-09-13|website=HP News|publisher=Hewlett-Packard}} Cascade Lake second-generation processors were made available in April 2019.{{Cite web|url=https://www.anandtech.com/show/14198/hps-new-z6-z8-workstations-powered-by-xeon-cascade-lake-optane-dc-dimms|title=HP's Cascade Lake Z6 & Z8 Xeon Scalable Workstations with Up to 6 TB Optane|first=Anton|last=Shilov|date=2019-04-10|website=AnandTech}} Entry-level Z2 G4 and Z2 Mini G4 were announced in July 2018, featuring Intel Coffee Lake Xeon E-2100 processors.{{Cite web|url=https://press.ext.hp.com/us/en/press-releases/2018/hp-unveils-worlds-most-powerful-entry-workstations.html|title=HP Unveils World's Most Powerful Entry Workstations |date=2018-07-18|website=HP News|publisher=Hewlett-Packard}}
=Fifth generation=
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HP made a major update to its Z Workstation portfolio by launching G5 editions of its HP Z4, Z6, Z8, and Z8 Fury workstation in April 2023. The HP Z4 G5 edition features a new workstation-specific Sapphire Rapids CPU family, the single-socket Intel Xeon W-2400 Series, available with 6 to 24 cores. The machine supports up to 512 GB of DDR5 RAM and can host up to two dual-slot graphics cards, up to the Ada Lovelace-based Nvidia RTX 6000 (48 GB), which will benefit multi-GPU aware viz and rendering applications. The HP Z6 G5 supports the single-socket Intel Xeon W-3400 Series workstation CPU from 12 to 36 cores (not including the flagship 56-core Xeon w9-3495X). It offers double the memory of the HP Z4 G5 (up to 1 TB), more memory bandwidth, and up to three double-width GPUs. The HP Z8 G5 features Sapphire Rapids fourth-generation Xeon Scalable processors rather than the single-socket workstation-specific Xeons available in the other G5 machines. This gives it a dual CPU capability, although it only supports models up to 32 cores, meaning 64 cores (2 x 32) is the maximum configuration. The Dual CPU configuration means there's a limit of two double-width GPUs and 1 TB of memory. On top of the line, the HP Z8 Fury G5 is HP's top-end Sapphire Rapids workstation. It supports the whole range of Intel Xeon W-3400 series workstation CPUs, including the flagship 56-core Intel Xeon w9-3495X. It supports twice as much memory as the Z6 and Z8 and up to four double-width GPUs, which is of interest to those pushing the boundaries of GPU rendering, AI, or simulation, and has several server-grade features.
Mobile workstations
{{Main|HP ZBook}}
The HP ZBook mobile workstation line, introduced in September 2013 as a successor to HP's EliteBook W-series, has evolved through multiple generations, each bringing advancements in performance, graphics, and portability. Below is a concise generation history based on available information, focusing on key models, release dates, and technological upgrades.
=First generation (2013–2014)=
Launch: September 10, 2013
Models:
ZBook 14: World’s first workstation Ultrabook, with a 14" display and touch option.
ZBook 15: 15.6" model with high-resolution display options, including 3200x1800.
ZBook 17: 17.3" model with HP DreamColor IPS panel.
Key Specs:
CPUs: 4th Gen Intel Haswell dual- and quad-core processors.
GPUs: NVIDIA Quadro and AMD FirePro ISV-certified graphics.
Connectivity: Thunderbolt 1, USB 3.0.
Features: Tool-free chassis for easy upgrades, MIL-STD 810G durability.
Updates:
September 8, 2014: ZBook 15 G2 and ZBook 17 G2 announced with refreshed Haswell CPUs and improved graphics.
=Second generation (2015)=
Launch: January 5, 2015 (ZBook 14 G2, 15u G2); November 11, 2015 (new models)
Models:
ZBook 14 G2: Updated Ultrabook workstation.
ZBook 15u G2: Thin and light 15.6" model.
ZBook 15u G3, ZBook 15 G3, ZBook 17 G3, ZBook Studio G3 (November 2015).
Key Specs:
CPUs: Intel Skylake Core or Xeon E3-1500M v5 processors.
GPUs: AMD FirePro and NVIDIA Quadro graphics.
Connectivity: Thunderbolt 3, supporting up to 10 devices via HP ZBook Dock.
Features: ZBook Studio G3 was the world’s first quad-core workstation Ultrabook. Enhanced displays with DreamColor options.
=Third generation (2017)=
Launch: April 21, 2017 (main models); October 18, 2017 (ZBook x2 G4)
Models:
ZBook 14u G4, ZBook 15u G4: Lightweight models.
ZBook Studio G4: Premium thin-and-light workstation.
ZBook 15 G4, ZBook 17 G4: High-performance models.
ZBook x2 G4: 14" 2-in-1 with detachable keyboard, similar to 14u specs.
Key Specs:
CPUs: Intel Kaby Lake dual- and quad-core processors; 14u/15u included 8th Gen Kaby Lake R options.
GPUs: AMD Radeon Pro and NVIDIA Quadro graphics.
Memory: Up to 64GB DDR4-2400 ECC/non-ECC RAM.
Storage: Up to 4TB.
Displays: Full HD, 4K UHD, and DreamColor options; 17" model supported 90FPS VR.
Connectivity: Thunderbolt 3, USB-C, HDMI, Wi-Fi 5.
Features: Enhanced security with HP Sure Start Gen3 BIOS, 14 MIL-STD 810G tests.
=Fourth generation (2018–2019)=
Launch: 2018 (specific dates vary by model).
Models:
ZBook Studio G5: 15.6" creative-focused workstation.
ZBook Studio x360 G5: 15.6" convertible with 360° hinge and touchscreen option.
ZBook 15v G5: Budget-friendly 15.6" model with similar performance to ZBook 15.
ZBook 15 G5, ZBook 17 G5: High-end models.
Key Specs:
CPUs: Intel Whiskey Lake quad-core (light models) or Coffee Lake R quad/hexa/octa-core (performance models) with Intel Gen9 integrated GPUs.
GPUs: Optional AMD Polaris 23 or NVIDIA Turing GPUs.
Memory: Up to 64GB DDR4.
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6 introduced, Thunderbolt 3.
Features: Improved color gamut displays, MIL-STD durability, and HP Wolf Security integration.
=Fifth generation (2020–2022)=
Launch: 2020–2021 (specific dates not fully documented).
Models:
ZBook Firefly G7/G8: 14" and 15.6" lightweight workstations.
ZBook Power G7/G8: 15.6" budget performance model.
ZBook Studio G7/G8: 15.6" slim high-performance model.
ZBook Fury G7/G8: 15.6" and 17.3" desktop-class workstations.
Key Specs:
CPUs: Intel Comet Lake/Tiger Lake processors (10th/11th Gen).
GPUs: NVIDIA Quadro T-series or RTX GPUs.
Memory: Up to 64GB DDR4.
Displays: 4K UHD, 120Hz options, touch on select models.
Features: Enhanced thermals, longer battery life, and 5G SIM slot options on some models. Posts on X mention models like ZBook 14u G5 with 8th Gen Core i5 and SIM slot.
=Sixth generation (2023)=
Launch: 2023 (e.g., ZBook Power G10 announced August 2023).
Models:
ZBook Firefly G10/G10 A: 14" and 16" lightweight models.
ZBook Power G10/G10 A: 15.6" budget performance.
ZBook Studio G10: 16" slim performance.
ZBook Fury G10: 16" and 17.3" high-end models.
Key Specs:
CPUs: Intel Raptor Lake (13th Gen) or AMD Zen 4 Ryzen PRO processors (first AMD options for Firefly/Power).
GPUs: NVIDIA RTX Ada Generation GPUs (e.g., RTX 2000), AMD Radeon integrated graphics.
Memory: Up to 64GB DDR5 SODIMM.
Storage: Up to 4TB NVMe PCIe SSD.
Features: NPUs for AI workloads, Wi-Fi 6E, and 5MP auto-framing cameras.
=Seventh generation (2024–2025)=
Launch: March 11, 2024 (G11 series); 2025 (ZBook Fury G1i, ZBook Ultra G1a)
Models:
ZBook Firefly G11/G11 A: 14" and 16" lightweight (1.4–1.76kg).
ZBook Power G11/G11 A: 16" budget performance.
ZBook Studio G11: 16" thin-and-light (1.73kg, 18.3mm).
ZBook Fury G11/G1i: 16" and 18" (first 18" model with NVIDIA Blackwell RTX Pro 5000 GPUs).
ZBook Ultra G1a: 14" AI-focused, thin workstation.
Key Specs:
CPUs: Intel Core Ultra 5/7/9 (Arrow Lake HX) or AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO (up to 16 cores).
GPUs: NVIDIA RTX Ada (up to RTX 3000) or Blackwell RTX Pro 5000; AMD Radeon with AI accelerators.
Memory: Up to 192GB unified memory (Ultra G1a) or 64GB DDR5.
Storage: Up to 4TB PCIe SSD.
Displays: Up to 4K WQUXGA, 120Hz, touch/stylus on select models (e.g., Studio x360).
Features:
AI enhancements with NPUs (up to 13 TOPS on Fury G1i) for generative AI and LLM workflows.
HP Vaporforce cooling for high-end models.
MIL-STD 810H, 120,000 hours of testing, EPEAT/ENERGY STAR certified.
SIM slot on select models (model-dependent).
Posts on X highlight models like ZBook 17 G6 (9th Gen Core i7, 64GB RAM, RTX 5000).
Notes
Naming Convention: "G" denotes generation (e.g., G10 is 6th Gen). "A" indicates AMD variants (e.g., Firefly G10 A). The Fury G1i’s “i” denotes Intel CPUs.
Touchscreen/Stylus: Available on models like ZBook x2 G4, Studio x360 G5, and select G11 models; always check specs.
SIM Slot: Present in some models (e.g., ZBook 14u G5), but not universal.
Discontinued Models: Many older models (e.g., ZBook x2 G4, Studio G5) are no longer sold but may be available refurbished.
See also
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