The HP Pro Tower 290 G9 with the Intel Core i7-14700 is in stock at Mascom International, priced at KSh 135,000 for the complete set with a 21.5-inch TFT monitor and HP 125 wired keyboard and mouse. Every unit is brand new and sealed. Inside the black tower sit 8GB of DDR5 memory, a 512GB NVMe SSD, Intel UHD Graphics 770, Wi-Fi and a slim DVD writer, with FreeDOS loaded. You can test the full HP Pro Tower 290 G9 set at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, before committing.
Built for analysts, engineers, architects, developers and finance teams across Kenya, the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 targets the moment an office desktop starts to lag: month-end reports that crawl, code that compiles slowly, or 1080p video exports that tie up the afternoon. Its 20 cores and 28 threads spread that load, so the rest of your work keeps moving while a big job runs. Students at Strathmore, JKUAT and the University of Nairobi running statistics or programming coursework get the same headroom at home. When a long export runs overnight, the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 keeps working quietly on its own while you rest.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell processor upgrades without explaining them, Mascom International sets the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 beside its siblings so you see exactly what each shilling buys. Buyers throughout Kenya report that this set suits desks where work volume keeps growing year after year. It costs KSh 10,000 more than the i5-14500 set with the same monitor, and KSh 42,000 more than the i5-12400F tower sold alone. Order on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery, or come in to compare all three tiers side by side.
Common Questions About the HP Pro Tower 290 G9
How much does the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 with monitor cost in Kenya?
The HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 set costs KSh 135,000 at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD, factory-sealed with a 21.5-inch monitor. The price covers the system unit, the screen, the HP 125 wired keyboard and mouse, a 12-month warranty and pay-on-arrival delivery to all 47 counties. That is KSh 10,000 above the i5-14500 set with the same monitor and accessories, and KSh 42,000 above the i5-12400F tower, which comes without a screen, keyboard or mouse.
Is the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 worth KSh 10,000 more than the i5-14500 set?
The HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 is worth the extra KSh 10,000 if you run heavy workloads every day. It brings 20 cores, 28 threads, a 5.4 GHz boost and 33MB cache, against 14 cores, 20 threads, 5.0 GHz and 24MB on the i5-14500. Everything else in the two sets matches. The i5-12400F tower, at KSh 93,000, has six cores and no monitor. Pick the i7-14700 for analysis, coding and video; pick an i5 for office routines.
Is 8GB of RAM enough for the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700?
The 8GB in the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 runs office work, browsing and light coding well, but it is the part most likely to hold this processor back. Large Excel models, Power BI dashboards, virtual machines and 4K video timelines want 16GB or more. If your work fits those descriptions, plan a memory upgrade soon after purchase. Confirm the correct DDR5 module with Mascom International on WhatsApp so the upgrade matches the board and the warranty terms.
Can the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 handle AutoCAD and video editing?
Yes, the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 handles 2D drafting and 1080p editing, though heavy 3D rendering needs a dedicated graphics card. Its 20 cores speed up exports in DaVinci Resolve, Premiere Pro or CapCut, while Intel UHD Graphics 770 adds hardware video encoding. AutoCAD floor plans and structural drawings open comfortably. Architects working on large 3D models, or editors cutting 4K footage, will feel the 8GB RAM and integrated graphics first, so budget for upgrades.
How does the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 cope with dust and heat in Kenyan offices?
The HP Pro Tower 290 G9 handles normal Kenyan office conditions well, though dust is its main enemy over time. In Industrial Area workshops, Mombasa's coastal humidity or dusty upcountry towns, keep the tower off the floor and away from open windows. Leave a hand's width of space around the vents so the i7-14700 can breathe under long loads. Have the inside blown clean every few months, and use a UPS to shield it from KPLC voltage swings.
Will the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 stay useful for several years?
Yes, the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 has enough processor headroom to stay useful through several years of business work. Twenty cores leave spare capacity as software grows heavier, and a desktop tower is far easier to upgrade than a laptop. Adding memory or swapping in a larger SSD later extends its working life further. The parts least likely to age well are the 8GB RAM and the integrated graphics, and both can be addressed when your needs change.
Is the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 good for software developers?
Yes, the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 suits developers who compile code, run local servers and keep several editors open. Its 28 threads speed up builds in Visual Studio, Android Studio and Node.js projects compared with the i5 tiers. Fintech teams building M-Pesa Daraja integrations can run test servers and a browser side by side. Docker and Android emulators lean hard on memory, so plan for 16GB if you use them daily. Install Ubuntu or Windows over FreeDOS on day one.
Who should buy the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700, and who should skip it?
Buy the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 if your day involves large spreadsheets, code, data analysis or video exports and you want a complete desk set in one purchase. Skip it if your work is email, Word and browsing, because the i5-14500 set does that for KSh 10,000 less. Skip it too if you already own a monitor; the i5-12400F tower suits you better. Serious gamers and 3D renderers need a desktop with a dedicated graphics card instead.
Technical Specifications
Processor
- Intel Core i7-14700, 14th generation — a high-core-count desktop chip for analysis, coding and video work.
- 20 cores and 28 threads — eight performance cores and twelve efficient cores split heavy jobs into parallel pieces.
- Boost up to 5.4 GHz — single-threaded tasks such as Excel recalculations and web apps respond with little delay.
- 33MB cache — a large on-chip memory store that keeps frequently used data close, speeding repeated calculations.
- Efficient cores for background work — antivirus scans, cloud sync and updates run without slowing the program in front of you.
Memory
- 8GB DDR5 memory — handles office suites, browsers and coding editors; analysts with heavy models should plan for 16GB.
- DDR5-4800MHz speed — fast transfer between memory and processor helps keep this 20-core chip supplied with data.
- Integrated graphics share it — Intel UHD Graphics 770 reserves part of the 8GB for driving the display.
- Upgrade-friendly tower — desktop memory is simpler to add than laptop memory, which is often soldered on slim notebooks.
- Multitasking guide — expect a browser with several tabs, Outlook, Teams and Excel open together comfortably.
Storage
- 512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD — solid-state storage that loads large projects and datasets much faster than a hard drive.
- Video capacity — roughly 60 hours of 1080p footage, or about 22 hours of 4K 30fps, once system files are installed.
- Fast scratch space — video editors and developers benefit when cache files and builds sit on NVMe storage.
- No mechanical parts — resists the knocks of transport and office moves better than spinning drives.
- External backup advised — pair it with a USB-C portable SSD for project archives and off-site copies.
Graphics
- Intel UHD Graphics 770 — built into the i7-14700, driving displays without a separate graphics card.
- Hardware video engine — Intel Quick Sync speeds up H.264 and HEVC exports in common editing apps.
- Dual monitor support — HDMI 1.4 and DisplayPort 1.4 run the bundled 21.5-inch screen alongside a second display.
- 2D design ready — AutoCAD drawings, Photoshop edits and Canva layouts run smoothly at Full HD.
- Clear limits — 3D rendering and recent games at high settings need a dedicated card added to the tower.
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi built in — connects to office or home wireless networks without running cables across the floor.
- RJ-45 Ethernet — a wired port for stable, fast transfers to servers, NAS drives and Git repositories.
- USB Type-C port — attaches portable SSDs, phones and recent flash drives with a reversible plug.
- Three USB Type-A ports — for the HP 125 keyboard and mouse, plus a printer, scanner or licence dongle.
- HP 9.5 mm Slim DVD-Writer — burns project archives to disc and reads older installation media.
Build and Form Factor
- Tower chassis — an upright case that fits beside or beneath the desk with space for airflow around it.
- 21.5-inch TFT monitor — a flat screen that fits standard Kenyan office desks while leaving room for documents.
- HP 125 Wired Keyboard and Mouse — USB-wired, so no batteries die halfway through a deadline.
- All-black finish — system unit, screen and peripherals match for a tidy workstation.
- FreeDOS preinstalled — load Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu or another system with the licence your team prefers.
Package Contents
The HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 set comes factory-sealed and contains the system unit, a 21.5-inch TFT monitor and the HP 125 wired keyboard and mouse, finished in black. The system unit includes its power cable. There is no Windows licence because the machine runs FreeDOS. For heavier workloads, ask Mascom International about extra DDR5 memory, portable SSDs and a UPS so the workstation is complete from day one.
Warranty
The HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 set ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. It applies to the system unit, monitor, keyboard and mouse. Claims are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk in the Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street; bring the receipt and the affected item.
Where to Buy the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 in Kenya
Mascom International keeps the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7-14700 set on display at the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Our doors are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring a project file on a flash drive and run it on the machine before buying. The system unit, monitor and peripherals all come in black.
For stock checks, quotes on several units or delivery booking, contact us:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Delivery is pay-on-arrival across all 47 counties. Within Nairobi and its environs the set arrives the same day, while Eldoret, Kisumu, Nyeri, Kakamega and Malindi receive it the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
The 12-month warranty above stays with the set from the day you receive it. Expect straight answers on specifications, prices that match the listing, and a support team that remains reachable after the sale.
