HP EliteDesk 800 G4 SFF review: specs, options & used prices

What this machine is

The HP EliteDesk 800 G4 SFF is a small form factor, and on the used market it is one of the straightforward ways to get a complete, serviceable computer for a modest sum.

Corporate fleets retire machines like this in batches, which is why the used supply is steady and prices stay predictable.

Across 3 tracked listings, the median asking price is $279.

Configurations you will actually see

Configurations we track pair the EliteDesk 800 G4 SFF with the Core i5-8500 and Core i7-8700. These are 8th-generation Intel Core parts. From the 8th generation on, these generally meet Windows 11 requirements.

Memory options run from 16 GB to 32 GB (16 GB, 32 GB). Even the base 16 GB config is comfortable for typical office and home use; higher tiers are for specialized workloads.

Solid-state storage options include 1TB NVMe and 512GB SSD.

Upgrade path and running costs

The compact chassis accepts standard low-profile parts, and drive bays are typically accessible without tools. The trade-off is a small, often proprietary power supply — check it before planning any graphics add-on.

Our compactness rating for this chassis: 75/100 — compact by design.

Who it fits

If the task is browsing, office documents, video calls, or a kiosk/POS role, the EliteDesk 800 G4 SFF does the job at a low sensible price.

Full specifications, current options and tracked prices live on its spec sheet; the desktop catalog and the HP desktops page help place it among the alternatives.

Verdict

Judged as a tool rather than a toy, the EliteDesk 800 G4 SFF holds a clear niche at the sensible end of the used market.

Buy it when you need a cheap, repairable machine for its class of work, and verify the configuration before paying — RAM and storage vary widely between listings. Tracked prices span $190 to $380, and most of that spread is configuration, not condition.

Our composite LB Score currently sits at 15/100 — a score that mostly reflects the platform age — use it to compare like with like, not against modern hardware.