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HP EliteBook 8 G1a CT9Q8ES
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 2GHz |
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| Screen | 16" 1920x1200 IPS 300 nits 62.5% sRGB |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro |
| Graphics card |
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Full specifications of HP EliteBook 8 G1a CT9Q8ES
| Reference / Part Number | CT9Q8ES |
|---|---|
| Release date | October 2025, 1 year ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Silver |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Glacier silver |
| Market positioning | Premium |
| Introduction year | 2025 |
| Country of origin | China,Mexico |
| Original brand name | HP |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 40,6 cm |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | WUXGA |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| Display brightness | 300 cd/m² |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 40,6 cm |
| RGB colour space | sRGB |
| Colour gamut | 62,5 % |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen™ AI 7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | 350 |
| Processor frequency | 2 GHz |
| Processor generation | AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series |
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor threads | 16 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5 GHz |
| Processor cache | 16 MB |
| Processor cache type | L3 |
Neural processor unit (NPU)
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | AMD Ryzen AI |
|---|---|
| Total processor performance up to | 66 TOPs |
| NPU performance up to | 50 TOPs |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
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| Maximum internal memory | 32 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Memory data transfer rate | 5600 MT/s |
| Non-ECC | Yes |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
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| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card model | AMD Radeon 860M |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | AMD |
| On-board graphics card family | AMD Radeon |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 5 MP |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | MediaTek RZ616 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | MediaTek |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| USB4 Gen 3x2 ports quantity | 2 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 2 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Microphone in | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge | Yes |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge ports | 2 |
Performance
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
|---|---|
| Temperature sensor | Yes |
| Hall sensor | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Clickpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Island-style keyboard | Yes |
| Spill-resistant keyboard | Yes |
| Input device model | HP Premium Keyboard |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Pro |
|---|---|
| Trial software | HP Wolf Pro Security Edition |
Brand-specific features
| HP speaker type | HP Dual Speakers |
|---|---|
| HP Support Assistant | Yes |
| HP Artificial Intelligence | AI PC |
| HP segment | Business |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 62 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Number of battery cells | 3 |
| Fast charging | Yes |
| Fast charging time (50%) | 30 min |
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 65 W |
| AC adapter frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | BIOS,Power on |
Certificates
| Compliance certificates | GS mark,CCC,RoHS,Federal Communications Commission (FCC),CE,BSMI |
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Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR,EPEAT,TCO,TCO10 |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1,69 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 359 mm |
| Depth | 250 mm |
| Height (front) | 1,15 cm |
| Height (rear) | 1,55 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the HP EliteBook 8 G1a CT9Q8ES good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated AMD Radeon 860M. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the HP EliteBook 8 G1a CT9Q8ES like?
It carries a 16" 1920x1200 IPS 300 nits 62.5% sRGB display.
Which processor and graphics card does the HP EliteBook 8 G1a CT9Q8ES have?
It runs on the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 processor with the AMD Radeon 860M graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the HP EliteBook 8 G1a CT9Q8ES be upgraded?
It has 2 memory slots, but it already ships with the maximum it takes (32 GB).
Which operating system does the HP EliteBook 8 G1a CT9Q8ES come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the HP EliteBook 8 G1a CT9Q8ES have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × Thunderbolt 4, 1 × USB-C, 1 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the HP EliteBook 8 G1a CT9Q8ES have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the HP EliteBook 8 G1a CT9Q8ES have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the HP EliteBook 8 G1a CT9Q8ES weigh?
It weighs 1,69 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the HP EliteBook 8 G1a CT9Q8ES released?
Its release date is October 2025, 1 year ago.