EliteBoard G1a launched in India: HP packed a full AI PC inside a keyboard and it actually works

Today, May 11, HP showcased over 20 products in India, but the most exciting among them was easily the HP EliteBoard G1a AI PC. After first introducing it globally at CES 2026 in Las Vegas, the company has finally unveiled the device in India.

The HP EliteBoard G1a AI PC is now available in India at a starting price of Rs 89,900. At the launch event, HP showcased multiple variants of the device. We spoke to a company representative to understand it better.

EliteBoard G1a launched in India (Credit: Firstpost/ Unnati Gusain)

According to the representative, the device comes in three variants, with 676g being the lightest option: detachable cable with no battery, detachable cable with optional battery, and attached battery. The keyboard also comes bundled with a mouse.

HP EliteBoard G1a launched in India: Attached cable (left) and optional cable (right) variants (Photo: Firstpost/ Unnati Gusain)

As for the pricing of the higher-end variants, the company has not revealed complete details yet. We will update the story as soon as we receive more information. However, HP confirmed that pre-bookings begin today and deliveries are expected within the next four to five weeks. Interested buyers can visit the official HP website to reserve the portable PC.

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At the time of writing, the website still lists the device as “Coming soon”.

But before you rush to buy the HP EliteBoard G1a AI PC, here’s a closer look at what it offers and what we think about it after seeing it in person.

HP EliteBoard G1a AI PC: Top specs and features

According to the information listed on the website, the HP EliteBoard G1a Next Gen AI PC is a Copilot+ PC designed for enterprise and business users. The device supports AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processors with up to 50 TOPS NPU performance and comes with Radeon 800M series graphics.

HP says the system is designed for seamless out-of-the-box setup with a pre-paired wireless mouse and can connect to USB-C displays of any size. The company is also offering an optional 32W internal battery that allows users to move between workspaces without rebooting the system.

HP EliteBoard G1a AI PC (Credit: Firstpost/ Unnati Gusain)

The device comes with 256GB built-in storage, along with expandable storage options.

Other features listed on the website include an optional integrated fingerprint sensor with a power button for secure login, Kensington cable lock support with an optional tethered USB-C cable for desk security, and enterprise-grade manageability backed by HP Wolf Security for Business. The device ships with Windows 11 Pro for Business.

HP EliteBoard G1a AI PC: First impressions

The HP EliteBoard G1a AI PC expands HP’s portfolio into a completely new category: a keyboard PC designed for evolving hybrid work environments. Powered by advanced AMD processors with up to 50 TOPS of NPU performance, the device is aimed at delivering seamless AI-powered collaboration experiences in an ultra-portable form factor.

HP EliteBoard G1a AI PC looks like a traditional keyboard (Credit: Firstpost/ Unnati Gusain)

When I first heard about the device, I expected it to be chunky. After all, it is essentially a PC with an in-built battery packed inside a keyboard. My initial assumption was that it would not be easy to carry around. Surprisingly, that was not the case. The device felt light, sleek and far more practical than expected.

HP is positioning the EliteBoard as a clutter-free computing solution, and honestly, that description feels accurate after seeing it in person. At first glance, it looks like a regular wireless keyboard, but it actually functions as a full-fledged Copilot+ PC running Windows 11 Pro for Business.

HP EliteBoard G1a AI PC (Credit: Firstpost/ Unnati Gusain)

By both look and feel, the device appears built for multitasking. While we did not get enough hands-on time to properly test its performance, the keyboard itself left a good first impression. The keys are well-spaced, comfortable and satisfyingly clicky in a way that keyboard enthusiasts will appreciate.

Overall, my first impression of the device was genuinely positive. More importantly, the idea behind the EliteBoard G1a AI PC feels practical rather than experimental. It does not come across as a gimmick at all.