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The Intel Core Ultra 7 255H with integrated Arc Graphics and an AI Boost NPU drives 32GB of 6400 MHz DDR5 RAM in a silent 0.60kg chassis. A toolless upgrade system and rich connectivity—Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 4, dual HDMI 2.1—allow easy expansion for evolving desk setups. Best suited for developers working with AI workloads and home office users who need a space-saving, serviceable Windows 11 machine.

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