HP recently launched its new business laptop， the EliteBook 8 G1a 14. This new model has arrived in our review room， and we’re bringing you a hands-on look.
The new EliteBook 8 G1a 14 is powered by the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 processor. This advanced APU features an 8-core， 16-thread configuration， combining four Zen 5 cores with four Zen 5c cores， and supports hyper-threading technology. This architecture is designed to offer a significant boost in performance for AI-driven tasks， a key focus in modern computing.
Equipped with LPDDR5x memory and a PCIe 4.0 NVMe TLC SSD， this laptop is capable of locally running AI large models with parameters ranging from 70 billion to 120 billion. This capability positions the EliteBook 8 G1a 14 as a powerful tool for professionals who require on-device AI processing for complex applications， such as data analysis， content creation， and advanced machine learning tasks without relying on cloud resources.
The laptop sports a 14-inch display with a brightness of 400 nits and a 100% sRGB color gamut coverage. This ensures a sharp and vibrant visual experience， making it particularly suitable for professionals who demand accurate color reproduction， such as graphic designers， photographers， and video editors.
In terms of build and portability， the EliteBook 8 G1a 14 weighs approximately 1.49 kilograms and features an aluminum alloy chassis， suggesting a premium and durable construction suitable for a business environment. It also includes a quad-speaker system and dual-array microphones for enhanced audio quality during conferencing and media consumption. The device is powered by a 74.5Wh battery and comes with a 100W USB-C charging adapter， providing ample power for extended work sessions on the go.
