HP ProBook 4 G1i 16″ Notebook AI PC, Core Ultra 5-225U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD (CT1G8ET)
Focus Keyphrase: HP ProBook 4 G1i Core Ultra 5 225U AI PC Meta Description: HP ProBook 4 G1i 16″ AI PC with Core Ultra 5-225U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Intel AI Boost NPU. Nairobi delivery.
The HP ProBook 4 G1i represents HP’s next-generation approach to business AI laptops, moving beyond traditional productivity machines toward systems built specifically for on-device generative AI workloads. Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 5-225U processor, this 12-core, 14-thread chip reaches up to 4.8GHz Turbo Boost with a 12MB L3 cache. Critically, it includes Intel AI Boost with 12 NPU TOPS, a dedicated neural accelerator that processes AI inference locally without relying on cloud services or heavy GPU overhead. Paired with 16GB of DDR5-5600 memory (in single-channel configuration) and a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD, this machine delivers responsive everyday performance while enabling AI-assisted research, analysis, and content creation.
Note: This model ships with FreeDOS rather than a pre-installed Windows license, so buyers need to source Windows 11 Pro separately or use the system with a Linux distribution or FreeDOS. As a result, this configuration suits technically proficient teams or organizations with volume licensing agreements who handle OS deployment centrally. The 16″ WUXGA (1920 x 1200) IPS anti-glare display with 62.5% sRGB provides excellent color accuracy for design and analysis work, and the compact 1.74kg weight makes this laptop portable for consultants traveling between Nairobi offices and client sites. Furthermore, the 56Wh battery with HP Fast Charge delivers rapid turnaround after power outages, and the 45W USB-C adapter weighs less than the 65W units found on heavier ProBook variants, contributing to lighter carry-on luggage for upcountry travel.
Key Features
Overall, five specifications define this configuration:
- Intel Core Ultra 5-225U — 12-core/14-thread processor, up to 4.8GHz Turbo Boost, 12MB L3 cache
- Intel AI Boost NPU — 12 TOPS for on-device generative AI and neural inference workloads
- 16GB DDR5-5600 (single SODIMM) + 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD — responsive AI-assisted workflows
- 16″ WUXGA IPS display — anti-glare, 300 nits, 62.5% sRGB for design accuracy
- 1.74 kg weight, 45W USB-C adapter — genuinely portable, lightweight AI-ready platform
Technical Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Operating System | FreeDOS (no Windows pre-installed) |
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 5-225U, up to 4.8GHz P-core Turbo Boost, 12MB L3 cache, 12 cores, 14 threads |
| Neural Processing Unit | Intel AI Boost (12 NPU TOPS) |
| Graphics | Integrated Intel Graphics |
| Memory | 16GB DDR5-5600 MT/s (1 x 16GB SODIMM, single-channel) |
| Memory Slots | 2 SODIMM (1 populated, 1 available) |
| Storage | 512GB PCIe Gen 4.0 NVMe SSD |
| Display | 16″ WUXGA (1920 x 1200), IPS, anti-glare, 300 nits, 62.5% sRGB |
| USB Ports | 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2 (20Gbps, USB Power Delivery 3.0, DisplayPort 1.4, HP Sleep and Charge), 2x USB-A 5Gbps (powered) |
| Video Output | 1x HDMI 2.1 |
| Audio | 1x 3.5mm stereo combo jack, Poly Studio-tuned audio, dual stereo speakers, dual array mics |
| Webcam | 1080p FHD camera |
| Wireless | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (2×2), Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet | 1x RJ-45 Gigabit |
| Keyboard | Spill-resistant, backlit, DuraKeys, numeric keypad |
| Touchpad | Clickpad, multi-touch gesture support |
| Color | Pike silver aluminum |
| Power Supply | 45W USB-C adapter |
| Battery | 56Wh Li-ion, HP Fast Charge (50% in 30 minutes) |
| Battery Life | Up to 13 hours |
| Security | Fingerprint reader, HP Tamper Lock, Thermal sensor, Hall effect sensor, HP Sure Platform |
| Weight | Starting at 1.74 kg (3.81 lb) |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.94 x 25.1 x 1.09cm front / 35.94 x 25.1 x 1.7cm rear |
| Warranty | 1 year (1/1/0) limited, parts and labor |
| Sustainability | 50%+ recycled metal, 25%+ post-consumer recycled plastic, 50%+ ocean-bound plastic, low halogen |
Who This Laptop Suits Best
As a result of this configuration, three types of buyers benefit most:
- AI researchers and data scientists in Nairobi — the dedicated 12 NPU TOPS accelerator suits teams experimenting with on-device language models, inference optimization, and local AI tooling without cloud costs
- Design and creative professionals — the 62.5% sRGB display and Intel AI Boost support neural upscaling, style transfer, and AI-assisted content creation workflows at 1.74kg for portability
- Technical organizations with volume licensing — the FreeDOS base model suits IT departments handling centralized Windows deployment, reducing per-unit licensing costs for large fleet purchases
Recommended Action: Order the HP ProBook 4 G1i (CT1G8ET) today for portable, AI-ready business computing backed by a 1-year warranty and fast delivery across Nairobi and upcountry Kenya. Separately source Windows 11 Pro if required.
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