HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)

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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 P16s Gen 2 (21HK). 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 P16s Gen 2 (21HK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive thermal management

good battery life

reliable performance

heavier than competitors

limited GPU options

average display brightness

costlier than rivals

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.6 cm x 23.43 cm x 1.79 cm 36.19 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.11 cm
Weight 1.48 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour - Villi black
DISPLAY HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Full HD anti-glare Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, DC dimming, 85.4% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache L3 - 6 MB 18 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 P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5X SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2400 MHz 7500 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 7500 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
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 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA RTX A500 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA TXAA, Direct X 12 Ultimate, Vulkan Support, NVIDIA FXAA
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Windows Hello, HP Privacy HD Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Discrete IR, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.1, 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 Intel I219-V
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 100 Watt
INPUT HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
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 P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
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 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - NVIDIA RTX Desktop Manager
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 14u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim 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 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, Microsoft Security Defender Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, bottom cover tamper detection
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, MIL-STD 810G, KCC, A-Tick, ICES, CIT, ICCP RoHS, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
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 Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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