Dell Precision 3480 vs. HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Dell Precision 3480 and HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Dell Precision 3480 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 3480 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient thermal management

reliable performance

good connectivity options

decent battery life

average display quality

heavier design

limited graphics power

costly for specifications

HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

powerful processor performance

bright, sharp display

robust security features

solid build quality

expensive price point

limited graphics capabilities

average battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Precision 3480 and HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Precision 3480 vs. HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Precision 3480 HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 175-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.135 cm x 21.2 cm x 2.104 cm 31.56 cm x 22.43 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.39 kg 1.4 kg
Colour Grey -
DISPLAY Dell Precision 3480 HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology - 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 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, 0.161 mm pixel pitch WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP
PROCESSOR Dell Precision 3480 HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840HS / 3.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 18 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Dell Precision 3480 HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 4800 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Dell Precision 3480 HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 35 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Precision 3480 HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 780M
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes - HD
Resolution 2.07 Megapixel 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, RGB camera, Temporal Noise Reduction, 80 degrees Privacy shutter, IR camera, HP Auto Frame
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3315
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features Output: MaxxAudio 12.0, Realtek Waves Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio, discrete amplifiers
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Precision 3480 HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 MediaTek RZ616
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Dell Precision 3480 HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation
Technology 3-cell 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 51.3 Wh
Battery Weight 190 g -
AC ADAPTER Dell Precision 3480 HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A
INPUT Dell Precision 3480 HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Volume control, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant, DuraKeys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Precision 3480 HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.0b
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Dell Precision 3480 HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Intel Rapid Storage Technology, Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence) HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, Bing Toolbar, HP Power Manager, HP Performance Advisor, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI, HP Client Catalog, HP Driver Packs, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Image Assistant Gen4, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), myHP, HP Noise Cancellation Software, HP Native Miracast Support, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP SureStart Gen7, Microsoft Bitlocker Encryption, HP TPM Configuration Utility, HP Programmable Key, HP Touchpoint Customizer, HP Connect for Microsoft Endpoint Manager, HP Patch Assistant (free download), HP Sure Recover Gen5, HP Sure Run Gen5, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows, HP Anyware
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Precision 3480 HP ZBook Firefly 14 G10 A Mobile Workstation
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter
Bundled with - HP Wolf Pro Security Edition (1 year)
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ExpressCharge, single pointing HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Platform, Secured-core PC capable, HP BIOSphere Gen 6
Compliant Standards FIPS 140-2, TCG Certified CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, GS, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, CIT, SEPA, low halogen, EN 60601-1-2:2015, ICCP, IEC 60601-1-2:2014, MIL-STD 810H, TCO Certified 8.0, RCTA DO-160G, Eyesafe Certification
Carbon Footprint 288 kg carbon emissions -
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 - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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