HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation vs. HP Zbook 15 G3

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 86 %

HP Zbook 15 G3
HP Zbook 15 G3

Our Rating: 75 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation and HP Zbook 15 G3. 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 15 G3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Zbook 15 G3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

expandable memory options

high-resolution display

good connectivity options

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

average battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation and HP Zbook 15 G3
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation vs. HP Zbook 15 G3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 2.28 cm 38.6 cm x 26.4 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 2.59 kg
Case Material ABS plastic, anodised aluminium -
DISPLAY HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Ambient light sensor, Full HD eDP anti-glare -
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H Intel Core i7 (6th Gen) 6820HQ / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz -
Number of Cores 8-core Quad-Core
Cache 24 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Intel WM590 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 4
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 240 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA T600 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA Quadro M2000M / Intel HD Graphics 530
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Shader Model 5.0
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, camera cover -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - CX7501
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
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 -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Features Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO -
BATTERY HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 83 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 19.5 V 150 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick
Keyboard Name HP Premium Quiet Keyboard -
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, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
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
LAN
VGA
USB 3.0 (charging)
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
Dock
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories HP 150 Watt Smart PFC Slim AC Adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Tile module, HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, KCC, A-Tick, ICES, low halogen, ICCP, RED, MIL-STD-810H, BNCI ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
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
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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