HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation vs. MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation
MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation and MSI WS65 8SK (480UK). 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.

MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quadro graphics

lightweight and portable

impressive 4k display

robust build quality

fast processing speeds

expensive price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation and MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation vs. MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.6 cm x 26.4 cm x 2.6 cm 35.7 cm x 24.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 1.88 kg
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features - MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7440HQ / 2.8 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H
Max Turbo Speed 3.8 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache L3 - 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM238 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
RAM 0 GB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 4 2
Empty Slots 4 0
STORAGE HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 630 NVIDIA Quadro P3200
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera - Yes - 720p
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec CX7501 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3az -
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features Miracast, Wake-on-LAN (WOL) -
BATTERY HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Technology - 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 82 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Output - 180 Watt
INPUT HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Type - Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Anti-ghosting, white LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
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
LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro
Software Included - MSI BurnRecovery, MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Dragon Gaming Center 2.0
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 15 G4 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features HP 3D DriveGuard, HP DuraKeys, HP SpareKey, soft-touch surface, HP BIOS Protection, HP SureStart, SecureBoot, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Hybrid Boot, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, Pre-Boot Security Cooler Boost Trinity technology
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, FCC, RoHS, WEEE -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years
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