HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation

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HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 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.

HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processors

high-resolution display

lightweight design

robust security features

solid build quality

expensive price point

limited graphics performance

no OLED option

average battery life

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Difference between HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.6 cm x 23.43 cm x 1.79 cm 35.87 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 1.48 kg 1.938 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy -
Colour Turbo silver -
DISPLAY HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology - WLED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness - 1000 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Privacy Technology - HP SureView Reflect
Features - Privacy filter, Low Blue Light Mode, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare +PSR
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1265U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation
RAM 0 GB 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 2 1
STORAGE HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA T550 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera - Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, HP Auto Frame
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec CX7750 Realtek ALC3315
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio, discrete amplifiers
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x 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
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) Miracast, dual stream (2x2), CNVi
BATTERY HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation
Technology - 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 76 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 18 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation
Input - AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 110 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation
Type - Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, privacy, DuraKeys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation
Interfaces USB 3.0 (charging)
Thunderbolt 3
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
HDMI
HDMI
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
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP MAC Address Manager, HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP Cloud Recovery, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HSA Fusion for Commercial, HSA Telemetry for Commercial, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support (free download), HP Manageability Integration Kit (free download), HP Quick Touch
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 14u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 16 G9 Mobile Workstation
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories - HP 100W+10W Slim USB-C+USB-A AC Power Adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, hall sensor, gyroscope, HP Tamper Lock, ambient colour sensor
Security 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 Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor
Features HP 3D DriveGuard, HP DuraKeys, soft-touch surface, HP BIOS Protection, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, HP Sure Start Gen 3, Master Boot Record Security Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, Secured-core PC capable
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, CCC, FCC, RoHS, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+ CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, MIL-STD 810H
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
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
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