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13 Sep, 2025







£1348.63 inc. VAT
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The HP Pro Mini 400 G9 with the i7-14700T is a solid “buy it, deploy it, forget it” kind of mini PC. You get a proper business-grade platform with Windows Pro, plenty of CPU for heavy multitasking, and a sensible SSD setup for day-to-day work. Where it really makes sense is in environments like offices, reception areas, compliance-heavy roles, and anywhere you want a compact box that doesn’t take up desk space but still feels responsive when users have lots of browser tabs, line-of-business apps, and occasional heavier tasks.
That said, I’d be a bit cautious at ~£1124 ex-VAT. For that money, you’re paying for the small-form-factor and business manageability—great if you truly need it, less great if this is mainly for “standard Office + web” use. If you’re buying for a typical admin/user who won’t max the CPU, you could usually get a better value with a mid-range option (same workload, less cost). But if you’ve got power users, mixed workloads, or you want a centrally managed fleet where reliability matters, this HP Pro Mini is absolutely the kind of machine I’d spec.
Windows 11
Work anywhere without compromising on performance or security with Windows 11 powered by HP's collaboration and connectivity technology.
Latest Intel® multi-core processor
Configure your HP Pro Mini 400’s CPU for the perfect combination of power, snappy performance, and value. With the latest Intel® processor, handle multiple work tasks smoothly and reliably with mul...
Security is your top priority
The HP Wolf Pro Security Edition provides preconfigured enterprise-level PC protection for small and medium sized businesses.[1]
Advanced wireless connectivity
Get a premium connectivity experience, even in crowded wireless networks, with a fast, reliable wireless connection. This Pro Mini 400’s gigabit data rate Wi-Fi 6E wireless LAN module supports HP E...
Automatic recovery from firmware attacks
Firmware attacks can completely devastate your PC. Stay protected with HP’s self-healing BIOS - HP Sure Start Gen7 automatically recovers the BIOS from malware, rootkits, or corruption.
Work without interruption
Keep productivity high and downtime low with the fully integrated and automated features of the HP BIOSphere Gen6 firmware ecosystem. Your PCs have extra protection thanks to automatic updates and ...

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