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Compact silver desktop tower with front USB ports and ventilation grille

HP

HP Z2 G5 SFF Desktop i5-10500 3.10GHz 16GB DDR4 512GB SSD Win 11 Pro

SKU CH-4E5M-25BSG

Compact SFF desktop with a hex-core i5-10500 at 3.10 GHz, 16 GB DDR4, 512 GB SSD and Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 10th Gen
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • CPUi5-10500
  • RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
  • Hex-core Intel i5-10500 at 3.10 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory handles business workloads smoothly
  • 512 GB M.2 SSD provides fast boot and file access
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed with recovery image for quick restore
  • Small form factor chassis fits tight desk spaces

HP Z2 G5 SFF Workstation

The HP Z2 G5 SFF is a small-form-factor business workstation built around an Intel Core i5-10500 hex-core processor running at 3.10 GHz. It ships with 16 GB of DDR4 memory and a 512 GB M.2 solid-state drive. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed with a recovery image on the drive. The unit is new and includes a one-year warranty.

Upgrade path from older SFF towers

This workstation replaces ageing small-form-factor desktops that still rely on mechanical hard drives or earlier quad-core CPUs. The jump is worthwhile when daily workloads involve multiple business applications, large spreadsheets or light CAD files that benefit from six cores and solid-state responsiveness. Buyers who need discrete graphics for 3D rendering or more than 16 GB of memory for virtualisation should look at larger tower configurations.

Installation and common issues

The SFF chassis opens without tools for memory and drive access. The M.2 slot accepts 2280 modules and the two DIMM slots support DDR4 up to the installed 16 GB. Common issues include forgetting to enable the M.2 slot in BIOS after adding a second drive and ordering low-profile expansion cards that exceed the slot length. Gigabit Ethernet and USB ports are native; wireless connectivity requires an add-in card.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Tower & Compact Desktop PCs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $277.99
Cheaper than about 75% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 5,840 items is 16 GB.
RAM capacity 16 GB DDR4
Typical for this category: the median of 13,125 items is 16 GB.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Model nameZ2 G5
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 10th Gen
CPUi5-10500
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
Storage
SSD storage512 GB
Hard drive512 GB
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Touch inputNo
Connectivity
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Ports & slots
Ethernet port1 port
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportReady
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseNot included
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro

Questions about this item

Will the HP Z2 G5 SFF fit on a standard VESA mount behind a monitor?

The small form factor chassis is designed for desk or shelf placement; no VESA mounting brackets are included with this unit.

How do I add more DDR4 memory to the HP Z2 G5 SFF, and what slot mistake should I avoid?

Open the tool-less side panel, locate the two DDR4 DIMM slots, and insert the new module vertically until the retention clips click — do not force it at an angle.

When will the 512 GB M.2 solid-state drive in this workstation need replacement?

The drive has no moving parts and is rated for typical office workloads; plan a replacement only if SMART diagnostics report wear or capacity becomes insufficient.

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