HP Zbook 15 G1 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of HP Zbook 15 G1 and Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9). 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.

HP Zbook 15 G1 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Zbook 15 G1 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful quad-core processor

expandable memory options

high-resolution display

good connectivity options

heavier than competitors

older model

noisy under load

average battery life

Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

good thermal management

reliable security features

heavyweight design

average battery life

limited color accuracy

pricey base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Zbook 15 G1 and Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9)
69 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Zbook 15 G1 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Zbook 15 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.15 cm x 25.7 cm x 3.55 cm 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.27 cm
Weight 2.82 kg 2.07 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Graphite, hematite Black
DISPLAY HP Zbook 15 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED 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 - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Full HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP Zbook 15 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9)
CPU Intel Core i7 (4th Gen) 4700MQ / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache L3 - 6 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel QM87 Intel WM590
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP Zbook 15 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9)
RAM 16 GB 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE HP Zbook 15 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
Optical Drive DVD-Writer removable - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Zbook 15 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) - NVIDIA T600 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, stereo microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec IDT 92HD91 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP Zbook 15 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY HP Zbook 15 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Max Supported Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) - 68 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9.5 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Zbook 15 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 135 Watt
INPUT HP Zbook 15 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Zbook 15 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9)
Expansion Bays 1 x Upgrade Bay -
Slots 1 x ExpressCard/54 (1 free) 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces VGA
DisplayPort
Thunderbolt
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
3 x USB 3.0
USB 2.0
Battery
Dock
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 (SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE HP Zbook 15 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS HP Zbook 15 G1 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21A9)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip 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 - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, CCC, FCC, RoHS, FIPS 140-2, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, KC, ISO 27001 RoHS, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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