HP has introduced a new generation of Z-series workstations and AI-focused systems at its HP Imagine 2026 event, targeting professionals working with demanding local compute and AI workloads. The announcement includes updates to desktop and mobile workstations, along with new solutions aimed at hybrid cloud and edge environments.
The company is positioning its latest Z portfolio around high-performance local compute, expandability, and IT-friendly deployment, as industries increasingly move toward complex AI, simulation, and design workflows.
HP Z8 Fury G6i brings multi-GPU support and chassis expansion
At the top of the lineup is the HP Z8 Fury G6i workstation, designed for high-end workloads such as AI development, visual effects, and simulation. It supports up to four Nvidia RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Max-Q workstation GPUs, alongside next-generation Intel workstation processors.
HP is also introducing an optional Max Side Panel, which increases the chassis volume by around 15% to accommodate larger GPUs. The company claims this approach allows for easier upgrades while maintaining thermal performance and serviceability.
New ZBook mobile workstations focus on performance on the move
HP has updated its mobile workstation lineup with the ZBook X G2i, ZBook 8 G2i, and ZBook 8 G2a models. These systems are designed to deliver workstation-level performance in portable form factors, with options for both Intel and AMD processors, as well as integrated or discrete graphics.
The ZBook X G2i is positioned as a high-performance 16-inch mobile workstation, with support for up to 128GB of memory and professional-grade graphics. HP claims improvements in rendering performance for applications such as Autodesk Inventor, where internal testing showed up to 3.3x faster performance in certain scenarios.
The ZBook 8 series focuses on portability, including the use of a smaller and lighter GaN-based power adapter.
HP Z Boost expands to rendering workflows
HP is also expanding its Z Boost technology, which allows workstations to share GPU resources across systems. Initially designed for AI workloads, the platform is now extending support to rendering applications.
According to HP, early deployments show up to 5.7x faster rendering in applications such as Catia and Siemens NX when leveraging shared GPU resources, although performance will vary depending on configuration.
Hybrid compute solutions target enterprise IT environments
Alongside hardware, HP introduced updates to its Advanced Compute Solutions ecosystem, including systems such as the ZGX Nano and upcoming ZGX Fury. These are designed to support hybrid AI strategies by combining local compute with cloud infrastructure.
The company is focusing on enabling IT teams to manage performance, security, and data residency while supporting workloads such as AI inference, fine-tuning, and emerging agent-based systems.
Availability
HP states that the ZBook 8 G2 series and Z4 G6i desktop are expected to be available starting April 2026, while the ZBook X G2i will follow in Spring 2026. The Z8 Fury G6i is also expected to launch in April, with pricing details to be announced closer to availability.
