HP today announced the EliteDesk 800 G3 Tower PC, which is "powered for the enterprise" and features VR-ready configurations, with up to a GTX 1080 GPU, 7th-Generation Intel Core processors and advanced security management features.
With a 26 percent smaller footprint than earlier versions, but five expansion bays and two additional M.2 connectors, the EliteDesk 800 G3 delivers a lot of power in a small and manageable PC. HP describes the EliteDesk 800 G3 as "the world's most powerful and configurable commercial desktop," and it certainly delivers the specifications needed for a future-proof and modern setup.
HP EliteDesk 800 G3 specifications
| Category | Specs |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 Home 64, Pro 64 Windows 7 (downgrade rights) FreeDOS 2.0 NeoKylin Linux 64 |
| Security | HP Sure Start Gen3 HP Manageability Integration Kit HP Client Security Suite Gen3 |
| Durability | Meant to pass HP Total Test Process and MIL-STD 810G testing |
| CPU options | 7th-Gen Intel Core i3-7100, i3-7300, i5-7500, i5-7600, i7-7700 | 7th-Gen Intel Core i7-7700K with overclocking (91W) |
| Chipset | Intel Q270 |
| RAM | Up to 64GB DDR4-2400 SDRAM 4 DIMM |
| GPU options (integrated) | Intel HD Graphics 530 Intel HD Graphics 630 Intel HD Graphics 610 |
| GPU options (Discrete) | NVIDIA GeForce GT730 (2GB) AMD Radeon R7 450 FH (4GB) AMD Radeon RX 460 FH (2GB) NVIDIA GeForce GT730 HDMI (1GB) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 FH (8GB) |
| Storage | Up to 1TB SSHD Up to 512GB SATA SSD Up to 1TB HP Turbo Drive G2 TLC SSD (PCIe) |
| Network | LAN: Intel I219LM Gigabit Network Connection LOM WLAN: Intel 8265 802.11ac (2 x 2) wireless with Bluetooth M.2 combo card vPro Intel 8265 802.11ac (2 x 2) wireless with Bluetooth M.2 combo card non-vPro |
| Internal drive bays | One 2.5" HDD Two 3.5" HDD One 5.25" |
| External drive bays | One slim |
| Ports | Configurable rear I/O port for customizable display connections with your choice of VGA, DisplayPort, HDMI or USB-Type C with DisplayPort |
| Power | 250W standard efficiency |
| Dimensions | 6.1 x 14.4 x 14.6 in. 15.4 x 36.5 x 37 cm |
| Weight | 21.79 lbs. (9.86 kg) |
| Environmental | Low halogen |
Overall, the EliteDesk 800 G3 looks like an impressive but svelte desktop PC. The optional inclusion of a NVIDIA GTX 1080 along with some advanced features only found in enterprise design makes it a tempting choice for companies looking to push boundaries. For those wondering why a VR-ready PC would be ideal for business think of engineering, software development, or even advanced showcase uses where the virtual technology becomes a necessity. (VR is not all about gaming, after all.)
The HP EliteDesk 800 G3 is available starting today at $869.
