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| HP has released a new ultra-thin business laptop |
HP has expanded its commercial notebook lineup with the ProBook 4 G2iS, a machine that the company is calling one of its thinnest business laptops to date. Announced with little fanfare on October 1, 2026, this 14-inch ultraportable is aimed squarely at small and medium businesses as well as mobile professionals who need a light machine without sacrificing screen quality or battery life. The ProBook 4 G2iS is expected to arrive on HP’s online store in November, with pricing details to be shared closer to launch.
Design and Build: Slim Without the Compromises
At just 12mm thick and starting at 1.18 kg (2.6 pounds), the ProBook 4 G2iS is built for people who carry their laptop everywhere. HP has achieved this slim profile with an aluminum chassis that comes in three understated colorways: Mist Silver, Atmospheric Blue, and Eclipse Gray. The machine also features a 180-degree hinge, making it easy to lay the screen flat for collaboration or sharing content across a desk. HP claims MIL-STD durability testing for the ProBook 4 G2iS, though the company notes that this testing does not certify the laptop for Department of Defense or military use—it is simply an indicator of general ruggedness.
A Display That Punches Above Its Class
The standout feature of the ProBook 4 G2iS is its 14-inch OLED panel. With a resolution of 2,880 x 1,800 (often marketed as 3K), a 120Hz refresh rate, 500 nits of brightness, and full DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, this is a screen that should appeal to creative professionals and anyone who spends long hours staring at spreadsheets and presentations. The high refresh rate is a rarity in business laptops at this price point, and the OLED technology should deliver deep blacks and excellent contrast.
Intel’s Wildcat Lake Processors Take Center Stage
Under the hood, the ProBook 4 G2iS is powered by Intel’s new Wildcat Lake processors, which are part of the company’s Core 5 and Core 7 series. Intel has positioned Wildcat Lake as a processor family built on the Intel 18A process node, featuring a 2 performance core plus 4 low-power efficiency core configuration and an integrated NPU capable of up to 17 TOPS of AI acceleration. For buyers who want to understand how these chips fit into Intel’s broader roadmap and what they mean for everyday performance, this breakdown of Intel’s under-the-radar Wildcat Lake CPUs is worth a read. HP has not specified the exact SKUs for the ProBook 4 G2iS, but the Core 7 option is expected to deliver the full 17 TOPS NPU, which could enable on-device AI features as software support matures.
Memory, Storage, and Connectivity
Buyers can configure the ProBook 4 G2iS with 8GB, 12GB, 16GB, or 32GB of onboard LPDDR5x-6400 memory. There is no upgrade path here—the memory is soldered to the motherboard—so it is worth choosing a configuration that will last for the life of the machine. Storage options range from a 256GB NVMe SSD up to 1TB, and graphics are handled by Intel’s integrated GPU. Given that this is a business laptop rather than a gaming machine, integrated graphics should be more than adequate for productivity work, video playback, and light creative tasks.
Connectivity on the ProBook 4 G2iS is surprisingly generous for a laptop this thin. On the left side, you get two USB Type-C ports with 10Gbps speeds, DisplayPort 1.4, and USB Power Delivery, alongside a USB Type-A port. The right side houses another USB Type-A port and a 3.5mm audio jack. Wireless connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3, which should provide fast and reliable connections for cloud-based work and video calls.
Battery, Charging, and Everyday Features
Despite its slim dimensions, the ProBook 4 G2iS packs a 70Wh battery—a respectable capacity for a 12mm chassis. HP includes a 65W USB-C charger in the box, and the laptop supports HP Fast Charge, which the company defines as reaching 50% in 45 minutes when the system is off or in standby. For video calls, there is an FHD HDR webcam with an IR camera for Windows Hello facial recognition. Audio is handled by Poly Studio-tuned stereo speakers, and the keyboard is spill-resistant, a useful feature for anyone who works near coffee cups. The 180-degree hinge adds flexibility for collaboration scenarios.
Availability and What to Expect
HP has confirmed that the ProBook 4 G2iS will go on sale in November 2026, though the company has not yet announced pricing. For context, HP’s consumer-focused OmniBook 5 14, which was announced alongside the ProBook 4 G2iS, starts at $699.99. The ProBook 4 G2iS is a business-class machine with a more premium display and a slimmer chassis, so it will likely sit at a higher price point. IT buyers and small business owners should wait for final configurations and pricing before making fleet decisions, especially since HP has a history of staggering configuration availability—some higher-end display options may not ship at launch.
The Bottom Line
The HP ProBook 4 G2iS is an intriguing addition to the business laptop market. It combines an ultra-thin chassis with a high-resolution OLED display, a large battery, and Intel’s newest Wildcat Lake processors. The soldered memory limits upgradeability, and the lack of specific CPU SKUs at launch leaves some questions unanswered. But for mobile professionals who prioritize portability and screen quality, the ProBook 4 G2iS is worth keeping an eye on when it hits shelves in November.
