HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)

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HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation and Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9). 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 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

portable design

sharp full-hd display

solid build quality

decent processor performance

average battery life

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

expensive price point

Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor options

excellent keyboard feel

good thermal management

reliable security features

heavy chassis

average battery life

limited color accuracy

expensive base model

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Difference between HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation and Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
88 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.6 cm x 23.43 cm x 1.79 cm 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.27 cm
Weight 1.48 kg 2.226 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Full HD anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimming
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache L3 - 6 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2400 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA T600 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features Windows Hello, HP Privacy HD Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Voice
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L860-GL - M.2 Card
BATTERY HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 68 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 135 Watt, 20 V
INPUT HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Collaboration -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
USB 3.1
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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, Microsoft Security Defender Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, MIL-STD 810G, KCC, A-Tick, ICES, CIT, ICCP RoHS, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years -
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