HP PRO TOWER 290 G9 Desktop 12th Gen i3-12100, 8GB, 256GB SSD With P204v Monitor-9M9D7AT
Product overview
The HP Pro Tower 290 G9 9M9D7AT#BH5 Desktop PC is designed to deliver dependable computing power for day-to-day business operations, office productivity, and essential computing tasks. Powered by the 12th Gen Intel Core i3-12100 processor, this machine balances performance and efficiency in a compact and straightforward tower design. The Core i3-12100 features four performance cores that offer solid multitasking capabilities, allowing users to work on spreadsheets, presentations, emails, and cloud-based applications simultaneously without slowdown. It is especially suited for businesses, administrative tasks, education sectors, and SMBs that need a computer that’s consistent, secure, and easy to maintain. The processor’s architecture also includes Intel UHD Graphics 730, which supports crisp display output and allows for basic graphical work, streaming, and media playback—making it a balanced system for a wide variety of professional workflows.
Clean and Expandable Tower Design for Future-Proof Flexibility
HP has engineered the Pro Tower 290 G9 with a design philosophy that values simplicity, expandability, and long-term usability. The black micro-tower chassis is both compact and modern, allowing the PC to fit easily under desks or on workstations without taking up excess space. Its tool-less access design makes it ideal for IT administrators or technically inclined users who may want to upgrade components such as memory, storage, or PCIe expansion cards down the line. The case includes standard bays and slots, making it possible to insert additional hard drives, a graphics card, or even Wi-Fi/Bluetooth add-in cards as the user’s needs evolve. This expandability ensures that businesses can scale their IT infrastructure as their operational demands grow. Whether upgrading from 8GB to 16GB of RAM or expanding storage to 1TB, the Pro Tower 290 G9 supports long-term adaptability without requiring complete hardware replacement.
Fast and Efficient Memory with Storage for Productivity
This desktop comes equipped with 8GB of DDR4 RAM, a reliable memory configuration for general multitasking, word processing, data entry, and light creative work. The DDR4 technology ensures faster speeds, reduced latency, and better power efficiency compared to previous generations. With 8GB of RAM, the system can comfortably handle multiple open applications such as browsers, office suites, accounting software, and even light editing tools. Paired with the RAM is a fast 256GB NVMe SSD, which significantly boosts overall system responsiveness. This solid-state drive enables rapid boot times, near-instant access to files, and faster loading of software. Users will experience less lag, smoother transitions, and overall improved productivity. For professionals who work with business documents, customer databases, or cloud sync operations, the combination of efficient memory and speedy SSD storage ensures seamless performance with minimal disruption.
Key specifications
| Attribute | Specification |
| Model Source | HP Pro Tower 290 G9 |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Core i3-12100 |
| Max Clock Speed | Up to 4.3 GHz with Turbo Boost |
| Cores / Threads | 4 Cores / 8 Threads |
| Cache | 12 MB |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB DDR4-3200 (1 x 8 GB) |
| Storage | 256 GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD |
| Graphics | Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 730 |
| Operating System | FreeDOS |
| Included Accessories | HP 125 wired keyboard and mouse |
| Chassis Dimensions (W x D x H) | 15.5 × 30.3 × 33.7 cm |
| Approximate Weight | 4.7 kg |
Ports and expansion
The tower offers a standard business I/O mix and internal expansion options: multiple USB ports including SuperSpeed USB 5 Gbps and optional 10 Gbps ports, HDMI and VGA outputs on the chassis depending on configuration, RJ‑45 Ethernet, audio jacks, and PCIe slots for discrete GPU or add‑on cards. Internal bays support additional 3.5" drives and M.2 storage; an optical bay is available on slim configurations.
Strengths and tradeoffs
- Strengths: Affordable 12th‑Gen Intel performance for office productivity; fast NVMe boot/storage; easy serviceability and upgrade paths; compact tower footprint for small offices.
- Tradeoffs: Base memory 8 GB is entry level for multitasking—upgrade to 16 GB if you run many apps or browser tabs; integrated graphics are fine for office work but not suited for GPU‑heavy tasks like 3D rendering or modern gaming.
