HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 3550

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HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 3550. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

portable design

sharp full-hd display

solid build quality

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

expensive price point

Dell Precision 3550 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 3550 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

advanced security features

reliable performance

heavy chassis

mediocre display brightness

limited graphics power

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 3550
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 3550 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3550
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.6 cm x 23.43 cm x 1.79 cm 35.91 cm x 23.625 cm x 1.499 cm
Weight 1.48 kg 1.86 kg
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3550
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 141
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Full HD anti-glare Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 0.179 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3550
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10510U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Thermal Velocity Boost
MEMORY HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3550
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3550
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3550
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA Quadro P520
Video Memory - 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 8 Megapixel
Camera Features Windows Hello, HP Privacy HD 78.6 degrees, RGB camera
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions 720p 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3204
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3550
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3550
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 68 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours Up to 17 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3550
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 90 Watt, 19.5 V, 4.62 A
INPUT HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3550
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick
Keyboard Name HP Collaboration -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3550
Interfaces USB 3.1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
USB 3.1
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3550
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI)
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3550
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
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 security slot Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, Microsoft Security Defender Free Fall Sensor, ExpressCharge, lid sensor
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, MIL-STD 810G, KCC, A-Tick, ICES, CIT, ICCP -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 80% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years -
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