HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation

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HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation

Detailed comparison and review of HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Studio G9 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.

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 23.46 cm x 1.785 cm 35.6 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.9 cm
Weight 1.79 kg 1.73 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy, plastic, anodised aluminium, metal -
Colour Turbo silver Nouvelle silver
DISPLAY HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Ultra Slim Design, narrow-bezel design, Low Power, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare +PSR2 Anti-glare, WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA), narrow bezel bent
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB L3 - 24 MB
Chipset Intel WM590 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA RTX A2000 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA RTX A1000 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction IR camera, Windows Hello
Video Resolutions 720p 720p
Sound Four speakers, HP World Facing Microphone / dual-array digital microphone Four speakers, HP World Facing Microphone / dual-array digital microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Features Dual stream (2x2), CNVi Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 83 Wh 86 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 19.5 V 150 Watt
INPUT HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Quiet Keyboard HP Premium Quiet Keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, glass clickpad, image sensor, DuraKeys Volume control, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant, DuraKeys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery, Sleep & Charge)
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery, Sleep & Charge)
DisplayPort
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Studio G9 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 (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
Software Included Bing Toolbar, HP Hotkey Support, HP Device Access Manager, HP Noise Cancellation, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Client Security Manager Gen5, HP Performance Advisor (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP ZCentral Remote Boost (free download), HP Smart Support (free download), HP Manageability Integration Kit (free download) HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, HP Performance Advisor, Windows Defender, HP Device Access Manager, HP Image Assistant, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Manageability & Integration Kit, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Noise Cancellation Software, HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP Easy Clean, HP ZCentral Remote Boost 2020 Software for Z workstation (free download), Data Science Stack, HP Z Light Space
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 150 Watt Smart Slim AC Adapter
Integrated Options Tile module Tile module, HP Tamper Lock
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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 Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, 150° maximum hinge open angle BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, HP Sure Start Gen 6
Compliant Standards RoHS, WEEE, low halogen Low halogen
Repairability Index 8.2 (out of 10) -
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 - parts and labour - 3 years
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