HP has released the ZBook Ultra G3a, a 16-inch mobile workstation designed for users who need substantial local AI processing power without a desktop footprint. This release matters because it brings the AMD Ryzen AI Max 400 series APUs into a portable chassis, offering high-end compute capabilities in a form factor that fits on a standard desk. Buyers looking for a single-machine solution for heavy AI workloads or complex rendering tasks now have a dedicated option in the Japanese market.
HP releases 16-inch workstation with AMD Ryzen AI Max Pro chips
The device centers on the AMD Ryzen AI Max Pro 485 or Ryzen AI Max+ Pro 495 processors, which handle both general computing and neural network tasks. HP pairs these chips with up to 128 GB of LPDDR5x RAM running at 8533 MHz, ensuring that memory bandwidth does not bottleneck the CPU. This configuration targets professionals who run large language models or compile massive codebases locally on a laptop.
Specifications
- Processor: AMD Ryzen AI Max Pro 485 / Ryzen AI Max+ Pro 495
- Memory: Up to 128 GB LPDDR5x 8533 MHz
- Display: 16-inch IPS, 1200p or 1600p, 120 Hz
- Storage: 512 GB to 2 TB SSD
- Weight: 1.9 kg
Visual output comes through a 16-inch IPS display available in 1200p or 1600p resolutions, both supporting a 120 Hz refresh rate. Storage options range from 512 GB to 2 TB SSDs, allowing users to scale capacity based on their project data size. The entire chassis weighs 1.9 kg, which is a manageable weight for a machine housing this level of internal hardware.
HP is currently limiting sales of the ZBook Ultra G3a to Japan, with availability starting immediately. The pricing structure reflects the high-end components, with base models starting at JPY 575,300 (around $3,638). Higher configurations with more RAM and storage push the cost up to JPY 827,200 (around $5,231) and JPY 1,361,800 (around $8,611). We suspect that US pricing will be lower than these Japanese figures, but HP has not confirmed international availability or pricing yet.
This workstation joins other recent HP releases like the OmniBook Ultra 16 and X 14, which also feature high RAM capacities and new AMD silicon. The ZBook Ultra G3a distinguishes itself by focusing on the Pro and Max Pro APUs rather than standard consumer chips. HP confirms that the device is now available for purchase in Japan, marking the first wave of sales for this specific model.
Source: NotebookCheck
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