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HP EliteBook 8 G1i | Intel Core Ultra 5 235U | 16GB RAM | 512GB SSD | 13-inch or 14-inch Display
Light aluminium business notebook, checked and repacked by its manufacturer, for professionals who carry their work between meetings.
Condition: Certified Refurbished
Note: price and availability are subject to change without prior notice
HP EliteBook 8 G1i is available at Mascom International for KSh 93,000, with an Intel Core Ultra 5 235U processor, 16GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD and a choice of 13-inch or 14-inch screen at the same price. Every unit was refurbished by HP: the manufacturer checked it, ran its factory tests and packed it back into an HP box. The HP EliteBook 8 G1i is part of HP's Core Ultra Series 2 business line, with a dedicated AI engine for Windows features. Sizes sell at different speeds, so confirm which one is in stock on WhatsApp before visiting Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Designed for sales teams, consultants, NGO field staff and estate agents, the HP EliteBook 8 G1i handles a full day of email, Microsoft 365, CRM dashboards and video calls without fuss. Its aluminium body is thin and light enough to ride in a laptop bag on a matatu from Upper Hill to Kilimani. The 5MP IR camera with Windows Hello signs you in by face, and its noise reduction keeps your picture clean in dim boardrooms. Where an older laptop needs its charger by lunch, the efficient U-series chip and the 62Wh battery in the 14-inch model carry you through long stretches away from a socket.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that resell anonymous imports, Mascom International sells the HP EliteBook 8 G1i as HP-certified refurbished stock, boxed, with a 12-month warranty from our Nairobi CBD service desk. Buyers throughout Kenya report that the HP EliteBook 8 G1i feels close to new in the hand, at a price below most new business laptops. We also stock the HP EliteBook 6 G1i for heavier workloads, so you can compare both side by side. Walk in to test the HP EliteBook 8 G1i, or order on WhatsApp and pay when it arrives at your door.
Common Questions About the HP EliteBook 8 G1i
What is the HP EliteBook 8 G1i Core Ultra 5 16GB 512GB price in Kenya?
The HP EliteBook 8 G1i with a Core Ultra 5 235U, 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD sells for KSh 93,000 at Mascom International in Nairobi, refurbished by HP and boxed. The 13-inch and 14-inch versions cost the same. That figure covers the HP power adapter and cord, a 12-month warranty and pay-on-arrival delivery countrywide. It is KSh 17,000 less than the HP EliteBook 6 G1i, which adds a Core Ultra 7 265H and a 1TB SSD. Lipa na M-Pesa works in store and at your door.
Is the HP EliteBook 8 G1i new or refurbished, and who refurbished it?
This HP EliteBook 8 G1i is refurbished, and HP did the work, not a local workshop. The manufacturer took each unit back, tested it against factory standards, and repacked it in an HP box with an HP power adapter and cord. A used laptop skips all of that and arrives as the last owner left it. Mascom International then backs each unit with a 12-month warranty. Small cosmetic marks are possible on refurbished stock, so request photos of your exact unit on WhatsApp before paying.
Which is better at KSh 93,000, the HP EliteBook 8 G1i or the HP EliteBook 840 G11?
For most buyers the HP EliteBook 8 G1i is the better pick at KSh 93,000, because it has a camera and the HP EliteBook 840 G11 unit does not. Both carry 16GB RAM and a 512GB SSD at the same price at Mascom International. The 840 G11 wears the higher Core Ultra 7 155U badge from Intel's first Core Ultra generation, while the Core Ultra 5 235U here comes from the newer Series 2. Choose the 840 G11 only if you use an external webcam or never take video calls.
Will the HP EliteBook 8 G1i hold up to dust, heat and daily travel in Kenya?
The HP EliteBook 8 G1i suits Kenyan working conditions, with an aluminium body that resists flex and knocks in a crowded bag. In dusty places such as Industrial Area, keep the vents clear and wipe the keyboard down weekly. On hot afternoons in Mombasa or Garissa, work on a hard surface so air flows underneath. Wi-Fi 7 links to Safaricom and Airtel Kenya home fibre routers, and a phone hotspot covers you between sites. The fingerprint reader and IR camera also stop strangers signing in if it goes missing.
Should I choose the 13-inch or 14-inch HP EliteBook 8 G1i?
Choose the 13-inch HP EliteBook 8 G1i for travel and the 14-inch for desk work; both cost KSh 93,000 at Mascom International. The processor, 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD are identical. The 13-inch fits small bags and tight airline trays, while the 14-inch gives a larger 1920 x 1200 screen and a 62Wh battery. Stock of each size changes week to week, so confirm the size in stock on WhatsApp at +254 708 852 521 before you travel to the shop or place a delivery order.
Who is the HP EliteBook 8 G1i right for, and who should look elsewhere?
The HP EliteBook 8 G1i is right for sales teams, consultants, administrators, journalists and university students whose days run on Office, browsers, email and video calls. It is not the machine for heavy data work, code compiling or regular video editing; the HP EliteBook 6 G1i, with its Core Ultra 7 265H and 1TB SSD, handles those for KSh 110,000. Gamers and 3D designers should also skip it, since integrated graphics cannot run demanding titles or renders well.
Is the HP EliteBook 8 G1i good for Zoom and Teams calls?
Yes, the HP EliteBook 8 G1i is built for calls, with a 5MP IR camera that uses temporal noise reduction to keep your picture clear in low light. Dual microphones pick up your voice while AI noise reduction cuts background sound, which matters in a busy open-plan office. Poly Studio tuning on the speakers keeps other voices easy to follow. For field officers and remote teams, Windows Hello face sign-in gets you into the meeting in seconds.
Can the HP EliteBook 8 G1i run two external monitors?
Yes, the HP EliteBook 8 G1i runs two external monitors through its Thunderbolt 4 ports with DisplayPort 2.1 and its HDMI 2.1 output. A single Thunderbolt dock can carry both screens, charging, Ethernet and USB devices through one cable, so plugging in at your desk takes a moment. Accountants and analysts gain room for a spreadsheet on one screen and email on the other. The extra 10Gbps USB-C port also takes fast external drives. Mascom International sells compatible docks and monitors for a full desk setup.
Technical Specifications
Processor
- Intel Core Ultra 5 235U — 12 cores reaching up to 4.9GHz, quick for Office, browsing, accounting software and calls.
- U-series design — Intel's efficient class for thin laptops, drawing less power so the battery lasts longer.
- Built-in NPU rated at 12 TOPS, a dedicated AI engine — handles camera blur and Windows AI features efficiently.
- Core Ultra Series 2 generation — a newer Intel platform than the first Core Ultra chips in older EliteBooks.
- Windows 11 Pro business features — company IT teams can enroll, secure and update it with standard tools.
Memory
- 16GB DDR5 RAM at 5600MT/s — Outlook, Teams, Excel and a full row of browser tabs stay open together.
- DDR5 type — moves data faster than the DDR4 memory in older office laptops, so switching apps feels instant.
- Shared with integrated graphics — 16GB leaves enough for external monitors alongside your everyday apps.
- Room for company security software — background tools run without crowding out your own work.
- Matched to office, finance and admin workloads — heavy virtual machines belong on a higher-memory machine.
Storage
- 512GB NVMe SSD — space for about 150,000 photos or about 60 hours of 1080p video.
- PCIe 4.0 interface, the fast link between drive and processor — Windows starts and big files open in seconds.
- M.2 2280 slot — the standard drive size, so a 1TB SSD can replace it later.
- No moving parts — the solid-state drive shrugs off knocks in a backpack better than spinning disks.
- Years of documents and email archives fit easily — most office users never come close to filling it.
Display
- 14-inch 1920 x 1200 WUXGA IPS panel — crisp text and wide viewing angles for shared screens in meetings.
- 16:10 shape — taller than a standard widescreen, so documents and spreadsheets show more lines at once.
- Anti-glare coating with 300-nit brightness — readable under office lights and near bright windows.
- 13-inch version — the same business design in a smaller footprint; confirm its panel details on WhatsApp.
- 178-degree viewing angles — colours and contrast stay steady when colleagues look from the side.
Graphics
- Integrated Intel graphics in the Core Ultra 5 235U — handles calls, slides, 4K playback and photo touch-ups.
- Hardware video decoding — streams YouTube and Netflix efficiently, saving battery on long sessions.
- DisplayPort 2.1 through Thunderbolt 4 — drives sharp external monitors at the office desk.
- HDMI 2.1 output — connects directly to projectors and boardroom TVs without an adapter.
- Not built for gaming — demanding 3D titles and rendering need dedicated graphics.
Battery
- 62Wh three-cell battery on the 14-inch model — built for long stretches of office work away from a socket.
- U-series efficiency — the processor sips power during email and documents, stretching each charge.
- USB-C charging through three USB-C ports — the HP adapter or a laptop power bank plugs into any of them.
- HP USB-C power adapter in the box — tops up the battery at your desk while you keep working.
- Battery saver and Windows power modes — trade a little speed for longer runtime on travel days.
Build and Ports
- Silver aluminium body — a firm chassis that resists flex in a crowded bag.
- Two Thunderbolt 4 ports plus one 10Gbps USB-C — docks, fast drives and charging on modern connectors.
- One USB-A port and HDMI 2.1 — older flash drives and projectors connect without dongles.
- 5MP IR camera with Windows Hello plus a fingerprint reader — two fast, secure ways to sign in.
- Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 and a backlit keyboard — quick wireless links and comfortable typing in dim rooms.
Package Contents
Each HP EliteBook 8 G1i comes in its HP box, closed after HP's refurbishment. The box holds the laptop together with the HP power adapter and cord, which charges it over USB-C. No mouse, bag or dock is included. Those extras are sold separately at Mascom International: a Thunderbolt dock for a two-monitor desk, a sleeve that suits the 13-inch or 14-inch size, or a wireless mouse for travel. Ask our team which accessories match the size you choose.
Warranty
Mascom International backs the HP EliteBook 8 G1i with a 12-month warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use. It covers the hardware of the unit HP refurbished, tested and boxed. Bring warranty claims, with your receipt, to our service desk in Nairobi CBD, where our technicians assess the laptop.
Buying the HP EliteBook 8 G1i from Mascom International
Our store at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD has the HP EliteBook 8 G1i on display Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Come in, open it, type a few paragraphs and test the camera on a call before you pay. HP builds it in a silver aluminium finish; send us a WhatsApp message to confirm the colour and whether the 13-inch or 14-inch size is on the shelf today.
Reach our sales team on any of these channels:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Pay-on-arrival delivery covers all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs get same-day delivery, while towns such as Nyeri, Machakos, Thika and Naivasha receive orders the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Your purchase carries the 12-month warranty described above. You get a true description of every specification, a price that matches what you pay, and a service team that picks up the phone after the sale.
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