Pros & Cons
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- Compact form factor with some internal expansion room.
- ISV certified hardware.
- 32GB of memory.
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- Half-height PCIe card slots.
- Only mini-DisplayPort jacks on graphics card.
- Lacks Wi-Fi.
HP Z240 SFF Workstation Specs
| All-in-One Screen Type | 0 |
| Graphics Card | Nvidia Quadro K1200 |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 7 Professional |
| Optical Drive | Dual-Layer DVD+/-RW |
| Processor | Intel Xeon E3-1270 v5 |
| Processor Speed | 3.6 |
| RAM (as Tested) | 32 |
Workstations are specialized to deliver a lot of reliable computing power. After all, you can't be expected to spend more than $2,500 on a PC without a good reason. The HP Z240 Small Form Factor (SFF) ($3,265 as tested) is a single-processor desktop workstation that will fit well in tight spaces. Inside is a four-core Intel Xeon processor and Nvidia Quadro graphics, and the system is a lot less expensive than the Digital Storm Slade Pro, our top pick. Although the Z240 sacrifices some expandability and power compared with its larger competitors, its a good choice for a small space.
Design and Features
The Z240's small form factor (SFF) case looks like a standard business desktop, without embellishments such as the built-in carry handles found on the Dell Precision Tower 5810. It measures 13.3 by 4 by 15 inches (HWD), much smaller than the tower cases of the Precision 5810 or Digital Storm Slade Pro.
View All Behind the front panel is a reusable screen filter that can be cleaned. Keeping dust out of the case helps the system run at peak efficiency and prevents overheating. The tool-less case makes it easy for you or your IT folks to install upgrades and replace defective components without a screwdriver. As configured here, though, you won't necessarily need a lot of extras.
