Take on
Processor-Intensive Workloads. Relentlessly.
HP Z8 G5 Workstation Desktop PC
The Z8 G5 offers more CPU performance than ever before, in a classic dual-socket design, to accelerate rendering with real-time ray tracing, data visualization, and model training—plus plenty of room to expand as demands change.
HP Z8 G5
Unthrottled, Real-Time
Performance
Tackle processor-intensive workflows with up to 64 cores across 2 Intel® Xeon® CPUs1, 2 GPUs2 and 1 TB DDR5 RAM3. With a world class acoustic design, this PC runs whisper-quiet.
Next-gen Intel® Xeon® Processor - up to 64 Cores1
Power demanding professional workloads with more CPU performance than ever before—up to 64 cores with 2 next-gen Intel® Xeon® CPUs—and professional grade security and reliability.
Up to 2 High-End GPUs2
Tackle processor-heavy rendering, machine learning, and data visualization projects with up to 2 NVIDIA RTX™ 6000 Ada Generation GPUs or 2 AMD Radeon™ Pro W6800 GPUs.
Memory
Up to 1 TB DDR5 ECC Memory3
Power through memory-intensive workloads with up to 1 TB DDR5 memory for fast CPU-dependent rendering, model training and development, and data visualization performance.
Storage
Up to 136 TB3
Get storage across a variety of devices, including a new Z Turbo Quad Pro storage carrier and two front accessible, hot-swappable NVMe devices with status information via external LED.
Data Transfer
Fast Data Transfer and Network Connectivity
Thunderbolt™ 4 technology4 for fast data transfers, and two ports of lightning-quick 10 GbE network connections at a lower cost than standard PCIe add-in cards.
Software Certified
ISV Certified
Work with confidence knowing your desktop is certified with leading software applications to ensure peak performance even with complex projects.
Expandability
Upgrade.
Expand.
Evolve.
Easily expand as work evolves with room for up to 2 high-end graphics cards2, 1 TB memory, 136 TB storage, and more.3
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Storage Drives
2 Front NVMe Bays
Easily expand with two front accessible, hot-swappable NVMe bays with status information via external LED.3
Expansion Slots
7 PCIe Slots
Supports the highest performance workflows with 7 PCIe slots up to the latest Gen 5.
Access
Tool-less Access
Easily update the components in your Z to meet your needs with tool-less access to the interior and tool-less addition of key components like M.2 drives and 3.5” SATA devices.
Built on HP Breakthroughs
• Security
Comprehensive Security
With world-class HP Wolf Security for Business5 on your workstation, you can focus on driving results. The PC is protected below, in and above the OS.
• Reliability
Reliability You Can Trust
Get peace of mind with a workstation that’s built to endure. The Z8 undergoes 360K hours of rigorous testing, military-standard testing6, is certified for industry leading professional software, and built to run your heaviest workloads 24/7.
• Lifecycle
Maximize Your
IT Lifecycle
Designed for simpler IT management, the Z8 G5 desktop workstation is built for longevity with a 3 year lifecycle—longer than entry workstations. Plan for the future and avoid re-qualifying devices every year, saving you serious time and money.
All the Ports You Need for
Maximum Productivity
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Power button
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Combo audio jack
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Standard Front I/O Module:
4 x USB 3 Type-A (5 Gbps signaling rate) (1 charging)
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1x Media Card Reader (optional)
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5.25" optional external bays (CRU carriers - 2 x M.2/2 x HDD)
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Drive bay lock (optional)
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Slimline optical bay drive
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Front handle
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Tool free 90% efficient power supply-1125W, 1450W, 1700W
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2 x 10GbE Optional ports (optional)
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2 x 1 GbE Ethernet standard ports
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6 x USB 3 Type-A (5 Gbps signaling rate)
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Audio line
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Power connector
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Power button
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Rear handle
The Desktop Workstation for Your Workflow
Optimized for BIM and 3D CAD design. Easily manipulate 3D shapes, render with real-time ray tracing, and run advanced simulations and visualizations — even in VR.
Third party software sold separately.
Visualize your project anytime. Move seamlessly between 3D CAD, rendering with real-time ray tracing, and advanced simulations and visualizations — even in VR.
Third party software sold separately.
Create, iterate and render faster so you can tell your story better. The Z8 is a 2-CPU, 2-GPU machine optimized for virtual production, in-camera visual effects and real-time rendering, as well as color grading and finishing.
Third party software sold separately.
Breeze through processor-intensive workflows like real-time data analytics and complex AI or machine learning with greater accuracy and near-zero latency.
Third party software sold separately.
From prototype to launch, speed up your development cycle, whether you’re designing a mobile or desktop app, programming an operating system, or making a VR game.
Third party software sold separately.
Additional Features
Windows or Linux
Support your unique user needs with a choice of Windows 11 Pro, WSL2 or Linux® operating systems.7
VR Ready10
Develop lifelike content with professional graphics and processor performance, and transform how you design, train, and collaborate. VR ready right out of the box.
Ubuntu Pre-Installed
Extensively tested by Canonical, our hardware is Ubuntu-certified to perform at its best right out of the box.
Windows Subsystem for Linux® 27
Run your Linux environment directly in Windows with Windows Subsystem for Linux® 2. Within a single operating system, you’ll get productivity, security, and manageability.7
Power Supply
Providing a choice of 1125W, 1450W and 1700W8 90% efficient power supplies, the Z8 fires up the maximum levels of processing, memory, graphics, storage and I/O configurability.
Z by HP Data Science Stack Manager
Z by HP Data Science Stack Manager provides easy access to popular data science tools and updates them automatically, to help you customize your environment on Windows or Ubuntu.9
Software and Remote IT Solutions
Z by HP Remote Access Solution
Hybridize your
Workflow
A complete hardware and software solution to power your remote, leading-edge workforce.
HP Anyware Remote System Controller
HP Anyware Remote System Controller
A complete remote out-of-band management solution to manage a workstation fleet all from a single interface.
HP Anyware
Collaborate
Remotely
Access high-performance
Z workstation power from anywhere with remote software.12
HP Services
Services for Z by HP
Workstations
Empower your workforce with secure, seamless services for high-performance workflows.
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Displays and Accessories
HP Z32k G3 4K USB-C Display
See ultimate potential before it’s even real with the power of Thunderbolt™ 4 and IPS Black Panel Technology.
Z40c G3 WUHD Curved Display
Experience extraordinary, true-to-life color and see all of your projects at once, in stunning detail.
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Disclaimers
The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
- 64 cores is enabled through installation of two CPUs. Multicore is designed to improve performance of certain software products. Not all customers or software applications will necessarily benefit from use of this technology. Performance and clock frequency will vary depending on application workload and your hardware and software configurations. Intel’s numbering, branding and/or naming is not a measurement of higher performance.
- Graphics are sold separately or as an optional feature. Configuration for 2 AMD Radeon™ Pro W6800 GPUs is planned to be available in the second half of 2023.
- Optional, configurable features. Configurations for 120TB storage and for front accessible NVME bays are planned to be available in the first half of 2023. NVMe bay email notifications are planned to be available in the second half of 2023. Configuration for 120TB requires separate additional purchase. For storage drives, GB = 1 billion bytes. TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual formatted capacity is less. Up to 35GB is reserved for system recovery software.
- Thunderbolt™ 4 technology and two ports of 10 GbE network connection are planned to be available in the second half of 2023. SuperSpeed USB 20Gbps is not available with Thunderbolt™ 4.
- HP Wolf Security for Business requires Windows 10 or 11 Pro or higher, includes various HP security features and is available on HP Pro, Elite and Workstation products. See product details for included security features.
- Testing is not intended to demonstrate fitness of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) contract requirements or for military use. Test results are not a guarantee of future performance under these test conditions. Accidental damage requires an optional HP Accidental Damage Protection Care Pack.
- With Windows, not all features are available in all editions or versions of Windows. Systems may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers, software or BIOS update to take full advantage of Windows functionality. Windows is automatically updated and enabled. High speed internet and Microsoft account required. ISP fees may apply and additional requirements may apply over time for updates. See http://www.windows.com. WSL 2 is an optional feature available on select Z workstations. You must be running Windows 10 version 21H2 and higher (Build 19044 and higher) or Windows 11.
- Optional feature that must be configured at the time of purchase.
- Z by HP Data Science Stack Manager requires Windows 10 version 21H2 (Build 19044) and higher or 64-bit Ubuntu 20.04 and is available on select Z workstations.
- VR Ready: meets requirements to run VR headset at max resolution. Spec requirements at https://www8.hp.com/h20195/v2/GetPDF.aspx/c06630565.pdf
- Network access required. HP Anyware software and licensing are available through a 1- or 3-year subscription. Renewal is required after the subscription term. HP Anyware subscriptions are based on the number of concurrent PCoIP connections used (pay for the number of host connections, not the software) with a minimum order quantity of 5. For a limited time, an HP Anyware Professional subscription also includes access and support for ZCentral Remote Boost and ZCentral Connect and is available for purchase through an HP reseller or contact sales at hp.com/Anyware. ZCentral Remote Boost Sender requires Windows 10 and 11, RHEL/CentOS (7 or 8), or UBUNTU 18.04 or 20.04 LTS operating systems. macOS (10.14 or newer) operating system and ThinPro 7.2 are only supported on the receiver side. ZCentral Connect requires Windows (10 or 11) or Windows Server (2016 or 2019) operating system, Microsoft Active Directory and Intel Active Management Technology for select features. For system requirements and to install HP Anyware and Anyware Manager, refer to the Admin Guides at: https://docs.teradici.com/find/product/hp-anyware.
- Network access required.
- Unthrottled in Performance Mode.
- Based on US EPEAT® registration according to IEEE 1680.1-2018 EPEAT®. EPEAT® status varies by country. Visit www.epeat.net for more information.
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