HP Zbook 15 G3 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP Zbook 15 G3
HP Zbook 15 G3

Our Rating: 75 %

Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)

Detailed comparison and review of HP Zbook 15 G3 and Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ). 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 G3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Zbook 15 G3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

expandable memory options

high-resolution display

good connectivity options

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

average battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Zbook 15 G3 and Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Zbook 15 G3 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Zbook 15 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.6 cm x 26.4 cm x 2.6 cm 37.74 cm x 25.23 cm
Weight 2.59 kg 2.55 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
DISPLAY HP Zbook 15 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
Widescreen Yes -
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
PROCESSOR HP Zbook 15 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
CPU Intel Core i7 (6th Gen) 6820HQ / 2.7 GHz No CPU
Number of Cores Quad-Core -
Cache 8 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM236 Express
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY HP Zbook 15 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
RAM 16 GB -
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 4
STORAGE HP Zbook 15 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Zbook 15 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro M2000M / Intel HD Graphics 530 -
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Shader Model 5.0 -
Camera Yes - 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec CX7501 Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Zbook 15 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY HP Zbook 15 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Technology Lithium Ion -
AC ADAPTER HP Zbook 15 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 19.5 V -
INPUT HP Zbook 15 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Zbook 15 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Slots - 1 x ExpressCard/34 (1 free)
Interfaces LAN
VGA
USB 3.0 (charging)
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
Dock
3 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE HP Zbook 15 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS HP Zbook 15 G3 Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0)
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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 RoHS, GREENGUARD
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
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