HP on Thursday unveiled a new computer at the CES technology show in Las Vegas that looks less like a PC and more like a keyboard.
The device, called the Eliteboard G1a, houses an entire computer inside a compact keyboard that at first glance resembles a standard office accessory. Inside are an AMD Ryzen AI 300–series processor, stereo speakers, memory, storage, cooling fan and support for connecting up to two 4K displays.
To use it, users connect the keyboard to a monitor, pair the dedicated Bluetooth mouse included with the device and begin working. While the concept is unusual, it is not entirely new. Similar ideas have appeared before, such as the Raspberry Pi 500, but HP’s version is aimed squarely at enterprise and office environments.
HP said the Eliteboard G1a is not designed to compete with high-performance desktop computers. Instead, it is intended for everyday office work and productivity tasks, not gaming or heavy content creation.
The device includes a fingerprint sensor and a removable 35-watt-hour battery that HP says provides about 3.5 hours of use. That battery life is modest compared with many modern laptops, even those not designed for intensive workloads.
In terms of specifications, the Eliteboard G1a can be configured with up to 64 gigabytes of DDR5 memory and up to 2 terabytes of storage. All of the components are packed into a keyboard weighing 726 grams, with keys offering 2 millimeters of travel.
HP will offer versions with either a fixed cable or a detachable one. The fixed-cable model includes an extra USB4 port, while the detachable version may appeal more to users accustomed to mechanical keyboards.
HP acknowledged the product is primarily designed for office use, but said the idea of a portable “computer-keyboard” that can be plugged into nearly any screen could appeal to organizations seeking flexible work setups. The concept has already earned an informal nickname: the “Keyputer.”
The Eliteboard G1a is expected to reach the market in March. HP has not yet announced pricing, saying final costs will be disclosed closer to launch.