HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 5540

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HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 78 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 5540. 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 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor options

excellent security features

high-resolution display

good battery life

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

Dell Precision 5540 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 5540 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful processor performance

lightweight and portable

excellent 4k display

robust build quality

good thermal management

expensive price point

limited port selection

average battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 5540
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 5540 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5540
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.08 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.86 cm 35.7 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.12 cm
Weight 1.77 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour - Silver
DISPLAY HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5540
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - 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 100% sRGB
Features Full HD anti-glare UltraSharp, anti-glare, IGZO technology, ±89° horizontal viewing angle, ±89° vertical viewing angle, 0.18 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5540
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9850H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache L3 - 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5540
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2400 MHz / PC4-19200 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5540
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 40
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5540
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Pro WX 3200 / Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA Quadro T1000
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording, Windows Hello, HP Privacy HD 66 degrees
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Output: MaxxAudio Pro
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5540
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wireless-AC 9260
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
BATTERY HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5540
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5540
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19.5 V 130 Watt, 19.5 V, 6.67 A
INPUT HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5540
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Collaboration -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5540
Interfaces USB 3.1 (charging)
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB 3.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5540
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI)
Software Included Skype, HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, Bing Toolbar, HP Hotkey Support, HP Performance Advisor, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, CyberLink Power Media Player, Absolute Persistence, HP Device Access Manager, HP Mobile Connect Pro, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Fingerprint Sensor, Power On Authentication Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5540
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, USB to Ethernet adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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, HP Sure Start Gen 4 -
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, RoHS, MIL-STD 810G, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, CIT, low halogen, ICCP -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years -
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