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Black small-form-factor desktop tower with visible wear

HP

HP Z2 G5 SFF desktop PC i7-10700 2.9GHz 32GB DDR4 1TB NVMe Windows 11 Pro Grade C

SKU CH-Z6VE-P43R0

A compact workstation with an 8-core Intel Core i7-10700, 32GB DDR4, 1TB NVMe and Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 10th Gen
  • RAM capacity32 GB DDR4
  • SSD storage1 TB NVMe
  • GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 630
  • CPUi7 10700

Hard Drive 1TB NVMe

  • 8-core Intel i7-10700 reaches 4.8 GHz turbo for fast multi-threaded work
  • 32 GB DDR4 memory keeps large datasets and multiple apps responsive
  • 1 TB NVMe storage cuts boot and load times versus mechanical drives
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-activated with a clean, bloat-free install ready to use
  • Small form factor fits tight desks while offering four 10 Gbps USB ports

Compact workstation for professional workloads

The HP Z2 G5 small-form-factor desktop targets engineers and creators who need a space-efficient machine for CAD, 3D rendering and heavy multitasking. An 8-core Intel Core i7-10700 running at 2.9 GHz with 16 MB L3 cache drives the system, backed by 32 GB DDR4 memory and a 1 TB NVMe drive. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed and activated with a clean, bloatware-free image.

Clean software load and limited I/O

The fresh Windows 11 Pro install removes trialware and manufacturer utilities so the workstation is production-ready on first boot. Connectivity is restricted to two DisplayPort outputs and USB ports rated at 480 Mbps, 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps, plus a single front USB-C 10 Gbps port. No Wi-Fi card, monitor, keyboard or mouse are supplied; only the desktop and a power cable are included.

Grade C cosmetic condition

This unit is graded C (Fair) and will show moderate dents, scrapes or bezel imperfections while remaining fully functional. Buyers who require a pristine chassis for client-facing deployments or asset-tag consistency should look elsewhere. The air-cooled design and Intel UHD Graphics 630 limit GPU-accelerated workloads, so teams needing discrete graphics must plan a separate upgrade.

How it compares

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Price $458.99
Typical for this category: the median of 14,711 items is $494.99.
RAM capacity 32 GB DDR4
Higher than about 70% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).
SSD storage 1 TB NVMe
Higher than about 60% of the 11,342 comparable items (median 512 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Model nameZ2 G5
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useWork / Business
Product colorBlack
Cosmetic gradeGrade C (Fair)
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 10th Gen
CPUi7 10700
CPU modelIntel Core i7-10700
Base clock speed2.9 GHz
Processor cache16 MB L3 Cache
L2 cache per processor16 MB
L3 cache per CPU16 MB
Memory
RAM capacity32 GB DDR4
Total memory slots4
Free memory slots4
Memory slots4 total
Max supported RAM128 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB NVMe
Hard driveNo
Storage configurationPCI Express NVMe
Optical driveNo
Disc drive detailsNo Optical
Disk controllerPCI Express NVMe
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Display capabilitiesWith 2 Display Ports, this unit is capable of a dual monitor set-up.
Graphics
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 630
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Audio & video
Audio chipIntegrated
Sound channels2 channels
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Wireless adapterWiFi Not Included
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Wi-FiNo
Ports & slots
External ports2x DisplayPort
Front USB ports5
Front audio jacks1
Video connectors2 x DisplayPort
Rear USB ports6
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1 port
Size & build
Form factorSlim/Small Form Factor
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportReady
In the box
Included monitorNot included
In the boxDesktop Computer and Power Cord Only
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
Cooling methodAir Cooling

Condition and safety notices

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Condition notice
Grade C - Desktop will show previous signs of use such as moderate dents, moderate scrapes and/or bezel imperfections. Desktop will be in perfect working order. Grade C units will typically be priced lower than the Grade A equivalent and will have the same warranty as all products.

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Questions about this item

Will the 1TB NVMe drive need replacement after heavy workloads?

The 1TB NVMe drive has no moving parts and is rated for typical enterprise workloads; monitor SMART health in Windows 11 Pro and replace only if media wear indicators approach end-of-life.

What limits sustained performance on the Intel Core i7-10700 first?

The 16 MB L3 cache and air cooling in the SFF chassis constrain all-core turbo; under continuous 8-core load the processor will throttle toward 2.9 GHz base once thermal limits are reached.

How loud and hot does the air cooling get during all-day rendering?

The SFF air cooler spins up under load; expect audible fan noise and chassis warmth around the rear vents during extended 4.8 GHz turbo sessions.

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