HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation

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

Our Rating: 86 %

HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

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 Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

powerful i7 processor

high-resolution display

robust security features

fast ssd storage

expensive price point

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 2.28 cm 35.95 cm x 23.36 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.73 kg
Case Material ABS plastic, anodised aluminium -
DISPLAY HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED 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 Brightness 250 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Ambient light sensor, Full HD eDP anti-glare Ambient light sensor, anti-glare, Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Low Power
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Quad-Core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Intel WM590 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA T600 / Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, camera cover Privacy shutter, IR camera
Video Resolutions 720p 720p
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, HP World Facing Microphone multi-array digital microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 Class 2
Compliant Standards - Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 83 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours Up to 23 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Quiet Keyboard HP Premium
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Programmable buttons, volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, DuraKeys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 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
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
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 - English
Software Included - HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, Bing Toolbar, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, CyberLink Power Media Player, HP Device Access Manager, HP JumpStart, 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, HP Sure Platform
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Included Accessories HP 150 Watt Smart PFC Slim AC Adapter USB-C 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 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, 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 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 BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security
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, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, AUS/NZ, MIL-STD 810H
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 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
Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
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