The HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7 16GB is HP’s black business tower fitted with Intel’s 20-core Core i7-14700, 16GB of DDR4-3200 memory and a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD. It starts on FreeDOS, so there is no Windows licence on it, and HP’s 125 wired keyboard and 125 wired mouse come in the box. This is the configuration for desks that keep several heavy programs open from morning to evening: accounting and ERP clients, large spreadsheets, video calls and a browser full of tabs.
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Who the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7 16GB is for
Eight gigabytes handles one or two programs at a time; sixteen is where a busy working day stops slowing down. When Outlook, Teams or Zoom, an ERP client, two or three Excel workbooks and a crowded browser stay open together, 16GB lets them sit in memory instead of being swapped to the SSD, so switching between them stays quick. The HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7 16GB suits finance teams, managers who share a screen on calls while working, developers running a local database and anyone doing light photo work. It is also the better starting point if you plan to install Windows 11, which uses more memory in the background than older systems.
Intel Core i7-14700: 20 cores for overlapping tasks
Intel lists the Core i7-14700 with 8 Performance-cores and 12 Efficient-cores, 28 threads, a maximum turbo frequency of 5.4 GHz and 33MB of Intel Smart Cache. Processor base power is 65W and maximum turbo power is 219W, so the chip runs fast in short bursts and stays frugal when idle. The core count pays off when work overlaps: exporting a large PDF, compressing a folder and holding a video call at the same moment. The Efficient-cores take background jobs while the Performance-cores stay on the program in front of you. Graphics come from the built-in Intel UHD Graphics 770, which is suited to office software, web apps and video playback rather than games.
Memory and storage on the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7 16GB
HP builds the Pro Tower 290 G9 on the Intel H670 chipset with two DIMM slots for DDR4-3200 memory. This unit has 16GB fitted, and the Core i7-14700 supports DDR4 at up to 3200 MT/s according to Intel, so the memory runs at the full speed the platform allows. HP does not publish a maximum memory figure on its specification page for this model, so check module size with HP before buying large upgrades. Storage is a 512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD, and HP adds a second M.2 slot for a wireless card plus two internal 3.5-inch bays for extra hard drives, which is useful for archives and local backups.
Ports and expansion
On the front HP fits four USB Type-A ports at 5Gbps and a headphone/microphone combo jack, which keeps flash drives and headsets within reach. The rear carries four USB 2.0 Type-A ports for the keyboard, mouse and printer, HDMI and VGA for two monitors, an RJ-45 port for Realtek Gigabit Ethernet, audio line in and line out, and an optional serial port. Inside there is one PCIe 4.0 x16 slot and one PCIe 3.0 x1 slot for network, capture or graphics cards. HP’s figures for the case are 15.5 × 30.3 × 33.7 cm (W × D × H) and about 4.7kg, depending on configuration, so it fits under most office desks.
FreeDOS: bring your own operating system
FreeDOS is a basic text-based system that lets the PC start, nothing more. There is no Windows licence on the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7 16GB and no product key in the box. Companies with volume licensing install their own Windows 11 Pro image, home users can buy a Windows licence separately, and Linux users install their distribution directly. HP publishes the drivers for the Pro Tower 290 G9 on its support site, and the TPM 2.0 chip HP lists meets the Windows 11 security requirement. Budget for the licence and the setup time before the machine goes into service.
Who This Is Not For
The HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7 16GB is not for gaming, CAD or 3D work, because it has no separate graphics card, only Intel UHD Graphics 770. It is not for buyers who want Windows ready on first start, since it ships with FreeDOS and no licence. Wi-Fi and an optical drive differ between Pro Tower 290 G9 builds, so do not count on either; plan on the Ethernet port or a USB adapter. There is no USB-C port and no DisplayPort output. People who only browse and type documents can save with the 8GB version.
Ordering from Totot
Totot sells the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7 16GB brand-new and genuine in its sealed box, backed by a 1-year warranty from Totot. Delivered across the UAE in up to 3 business days, free on orders from AED 300, with cash on delivery or instalments via Tabby and Tamara. Items that arrive defective or not as ordered can be returned within 14 days, and any shipping damage should be reported within 48 hours of delivery. Browse more in our Desktop Computers range, or see the official HP Pro Tower 290 G9 specifications page.
HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7 16GB Specifications
- Model: HP Pro Tower 290 G9 Desktop PC
- Processor: Intel Core i7-14700, 20 cores (8 Performance + 12 Efficient), 28 threads, up to 5.4 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost, 33MB cache
- Processor power: 65W base, 219W maximum turbo (Intel)
- Chipset: Intel H670
- Memory: 16GB DDR4-3200
- Memory slots: 2 DIMM
- Storage: 512GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD
- Graphics: Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 770
- Front ports: 4 × USB Type-A 5Gbps, 1 × headphone/microphone combo jack
- Rear ports: 4 × USB 2.0 Type-A, 1 × HDMI, 1 × VGA, 1 × RJ-45, line in, line out, power connector; serial port optional
- Expansion slots: 2 × M.2 (1 for WLAN, 1 for 2242/2280 storage), 1 × PCIe 3.0 x1, 1 × PCIe 4.0 x16
- Drive bays: Two 3.5-inch HDD bays
- Network: Realtek RTL8111HSH-CG Gigabit Ethernet
- Audio: Realtek ALC3867 codec, universal audio jack with CTIA headset support
- Power supply: 180W, up to 90% efficiency, active PFC (HP)
- Security: TPM 2.0, padlock loop, integrated accessories cable lock, slim cable lock
- Operating system: FreeDOS – no Windows licence
- In the box: Tower PC, HP 125 Wired Keyboard, HP 125 Wired Mouse; no monitor
- Dimensions (W × D × H): 15.5 × 30.3 × 33.7 cm (HP; varies by configuration)
- Weight: About 4.7kg (HP; depends on configuration)
- Colour: Black
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7 16GB FAQ
Does the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7 16GB come with Windows?
No. It runs FreeDOS and has no Windows licence; you install Windows or Linux yourself.
Are a keyboard and mouse included with the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7 16GB?
Yes. HP 125 wired keyboard and HP 125 wired mouse are in the box. No monitor is included.
How many cores does the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7 16GB have?
20 cores and 28 threads according to Intel: 8 Performance-cores and 12 Efficient-cores.
Can I connect two monitors to the HP Pro Tower 290 G9 i7 16GB?
Yes. The rear has one HDMI and one VGA output from Intel UHD Graphics 770.
What is the maximum memory?
HP does not publish a maximum on its specification page for this model; it lists 2 DIMM slots for DDR4-3200.
Can I add a graphics card later?
Yes. HP lists a PCIe 4.0 x16 slot, but the power supply is 180W, so only low-power cards are realistic.
Is it genuine?
Yes. We sell the genuine HP Pro Tower 290 G9, brand-new in its sealed box.
How long does delivery take?
Up to 3 business days anywhere in the UAE, free on orders from AED 300; any current delivery fee for your order is shown at checkout.
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