HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation

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HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 86 %

HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 56 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor options

high-resolution display

ample connectivity ports

reliable security features

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

average battery life

noisy under load

HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust processing power

high-quality display

excellent build quality

advanced security features

good thermal management

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

average battery life

limited color options

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Difference between HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 2.28 cm 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 2.28 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material ABS plastic, anodised aluminium ABS plastic, anodised aluminium, metal, talc
DISPLAY HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Ambient light sensor, Full HD eDP anti-glare -
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 24 MB
Chipset Intel WM590 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 0 MB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 2
STORAGE HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA T600 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA RTX A2000 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD -
Camera Features IR camera, camera cover -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers
Codec - Realtek ALC3315
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio, discrete amplifiers
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 -
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V Intel I219-V
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Features Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO -
BATTERY HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 83 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 150 Watt, 19.5 V -
INPUT HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Quiet Keyboard HP Premium
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Programmable buttons, volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (0 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free)
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Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (BC1.2 charging)
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery, Sleep & Charge)
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
Included Accessories HP 150 Watt Smart PFC Slim AC Adapter -
Integrated Options Tile module, HP Tamper Lock Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor
Features Automatic DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP DriveLock, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Sure Admin, HP Sure Run Gen 4, HP Client Security Manager Gen 7, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Recover Gen 4 Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, KCC, A-Tick, ICES, low halogen, ICCP, RED, MIL-STD-810H, BNCI CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, EAC, CIT, ICCP, MIL-STD-810H
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
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