HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 3480

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HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation

In depth comparison and review of HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 3480. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Dell Precision 3480 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 3480 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient thermal management

reliable performance

good connectivity options

decent battery life

average display quality

heavier design

limited graphics power

costly for specifications

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 3480
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 3480 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3480
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.6 cm x 26.4 cm x 2.6 cm 32.135 cm x 21.2 cm x 2.104 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 1.39 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy -
Colour Turbo silver Grey
DISPLAY HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3480
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 157
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, 0.161 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3480
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 12-core
Cache L3 - 9 MB L3 - 18 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Optane Memory Supported Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3480
RAM 0 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots 4 0
STORAGE HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3480
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 35
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3480
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 630 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera - Yes - Full HD
Resolution - 2.07 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, RGB camera, Temporal Noise Reduction, 80 degrees
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions - 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp Output: MaxxAudio 12.0, Realtek Waves
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3480
Wireless - Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x -
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3480
Technology - 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) - 42 Wh
Battery Weight - 190 g
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3480
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V
INPUT HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3480
Type - Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3480
Interfaces LAN
USB 3.0 (charging)
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.3 Alt Mode)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3480
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Pro - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian
Software Included - Intel Rapid Storage Technology, Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3480
Included Accessories - USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, ambient light sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP DuraKeys, Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click ExpressCharge, single pointing
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen FIPS 140-2, TCG Certified
Carbon Footprint - 288 kg carbon emissions
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
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