HP EliteBook 850 G8 — 15.6" i7 vPro with 24GB RAM & 4G LTE
A premium 15.6-inch business laptop with the top-tier Intel Core i7-1185G7 vPro processor, an uncommonly generous 24GB of RAM, a 512GB SSD, and built-in 4G LTE mobile broadband. Windows 11 Pro installed, professionally tested, and backed by a 12-month Reboot IT warranty.
Key Benefits
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i7-1185G7 vPro — fastest Tiger Lake mobile chip — Four cores, eight threads, boosting to 4.8GHz, with Intel vPro remote management and Iris Xe graphics.
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24GB RAM — serious multitasking headroom — Well beyond the usual 16GB — virtual machines, large spreadsheets, dense browser sessions, and heavy office suites all run simultaneously without memory pressure.
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512GB SSD — room for everything — Fast NVMe-class storage with capacity for a full software suite, large project archives, and offline data.
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4G LTE built in — Drop in a nano SIM and you have mobile broadband anywhere — no hotspots, no tethering, genuinely field-ready.
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Enterprise security stack — Fingerprint reader, IR camera for Windows Hello, TPM 2.0, HP Sure Start BIOS protection, and vPro management.
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Thunderbolt 4 one-cable docking — A single cable to a dock delivers power, dual external monitors, and all your peripherals.
Performance in Use
This is a high-spec configuration of one of HP’s flagship business platforms. The i7-1185G7 is the fastest processor offered in the 850 G8, and paired with 24GB of RAM it shrugs off workloads that would strain a standard business machine — run a Windows VM, a fifty-tab browser session, Teams, and a development environment side by side and it stays composed.
The 15.6-inch Full HD anti-glare display gives you real screen estate for side-by-side documents and large spreadsheets, while the 512GB SSD keeps boot times, application launches, and file operations quick. Intel Iris Xe graphics comfortably drive external 4K monitors and handle photo editing and light creative work.
Where this machine really separates itself is mobility: built-in 4G LTE means consultants, field engineers, and anyone working between sites stays connected without hunting for WiFi. Add MIL-STD-810H tested durability, a backlit spill-resistant keyboard, and HP Fast Charge, and you have a complete no-compromise business tool.
Tech Specs
| Processor |
Intel Core i7-1185G7 vPro, 4-core / 8-thread, 3.0GHz base, up to 4.8GHz (11th Gen) |
| RAM |
24GB DDR4 |
| Storage |
512GB SSD |
| Display |
15.6-inch Full HD (1920×1080) IPS anti-glare |
| Graphics |
Intel Iris Xe (integrated) |
| Mobile Broadband |
4G LTE (nano SIM) |
| Wireless |
WiFi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth |
| Ports |
Thunderbolt 4 / USB-C ×2, USB-A 3.2 ×2, HDMI, 3.5mm audio |
| Security |
Fingerprint reader, IR camera, TPM 2.0, HP Sure Start, Intel vPro |
| Operating System |
Windows 11 Pro (64-bit) |
| Weight |
Approx. 1.78kg |
| Warranty |
12 months — Reboot IT (30-day battery warranty) |
Is It Right for You?
| Best For ✓ |
Not For ✗ |
| Power users who want maximum RAM and storage |
Light users who will not use this much capability |
| Field workers and consultants needing built-in LTE |
Buyers who never work away from WiFi |
| Enterprise fleets requiring vPro management |
Gamers — integrated graphics only |
| Developers, analysts, and VM-heavy workflows |
Ultra-portable seekers — this is a full 15.6-inch machine |
| Multi-monitor desk setups via Thunderbolt 4 |
Strict budget buyers |
Condition Grades
| Grade |
Description |
| A — Excellent |
Minimal cosmetic marks. Battery 70%+ capacity. Fully tested and functional. |
| B — Good |
Light wear, minor scratches or scuffs. Battery 50–70% capacity. 30-day battery warranty. Fully tested and functional. |
FAQ
Does the built-in 4G LTE need a SIM card?
Yes — insert a nano SIM with an active data plan and mobile broadband works Australia-wide. Compatible with major Australian carriers.
Is Windows 11 Pro installed and activated?
Yes — Windows 11 Pro (64-bit) is installed, activated, and ready to use on first boot.
Is 24GB of RAM unusual for this model?
It is an above-standard configuration — most 850 G8 units ship with 8GB or 16GB. 24GB gives noticeably more headroom for virtual machines and heavy multitasking.
Can it drive external monitors?
Yes — the two Thunderbolt 4 ports and HDMI output support multiple external displays, including dual 4K via a Thunderbolt dock.
What is the battery condition?
Grade A units have 70%+ battery capacity; Grade B units 50–70%. Both include a 30-day battery warranty.
What does the 12-month warranty cover?
All hardware faults and component failures, handled by our Melbourne-based team. Battery health is covered separately by the 30-day battery warranty.
What shipping options are available?
Free standard shipping is included Australia-wide on this item. Orders are dispatched from our Melbourne warehouse, professionally packed for safe transit.
12-Month Warranty — Reboot IT
Every unit sold by Reboot IT is professionally tested, cleaned, and graded before dispatch. We have been refurbishing IT equipment in Melbourne since 2001 and back this unit with our standard 12-month hardware warranty. Free standard AU shipping is included with this item. Visit reboot-it.com.au for more.