HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 78 %

HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Firefly 14 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 Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

powerful processor performance

high-resolution display

robust security features

solid build quality

expensive price point

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

average battery life

HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

powerful processor performance

bright, color-accurate display

robust security features

solid build quality

expensive price point

limited graphics capability

no HDMI port

average battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 21.46 cm x 1.79 cm 31.56 cm x 22.405 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 1.34 kg 1.439 kg
DISPLAY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 157 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Ambient light sensor, anti-glare, Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Low Power -
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1265U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache L3 - 6 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro P520 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA T550 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions 720p 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, HP World Facing Microphone multi-array digital microphone Dual stereo speakers
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life Up to 23 hours Up to 13 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name HP Premium HP Premium Quiet Keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, DuraKeys Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, silent keys, DuraKeys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0, Sleep & Charge)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
Software Included HP Remote Graphics Software, HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, Bing Toolbar, HP Hotkey Support, HP Performance Advisor, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, CyberLink Power Media Player, HP Device Access Manager, HP JumpStart, Skype for Business, HP Noise Cancellation, Native Miracast, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Fingerprint Sensor, HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Client Security Manager Gen5, HP Sure Sense, HP SureStart Gen5, HP Sure Recover Gen2 -
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G7 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter
Integrated Options - HP Tamper Lock
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)
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security Spill resistant keyboard, HP Fast Charge, HP Secure Erase
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, MIL-STD 810G, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, CIT, ICCP CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FCC, KCC, A-Tick, ICES, EAC, CIT, ICCP, RED, MIL-STD-810H
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes 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 - parts and labour - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
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