HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation. 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 Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

powerful processor performance

bright, color-accurate display

robust security features

solid build quality

expensive price point

limited graphics capability

no HDMI port

average battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.6 cm x 26.4 cm x 2.6 cm 31.56 cm x 22.405 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 1.439 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy -
Colour Turbo silver -
DISPLAY HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology - WLED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1265U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 9 MB L3 - 12 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 Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
RAM 0 GB 16 GB (1 x 16 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 -
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots 4 0
STORAGE HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA T550 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera - Yes - HD
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers Dual stereo speakers
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
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) Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Technology - 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 51 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Input - AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Type - Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium Quiet Keyboard
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, silent keys, DuraKeys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
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 3.0, Sleep & Charge)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
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 HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 15 G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Included Accessories - HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter
Integrated Options - HP Tamper Lock
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, 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 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 Spill resistant keyboard, HP Fast Charge, HP Secure Erase
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FCC, KCC, A-Tick, ICES, EAC, CIT, ICCP, RED, MIL-STD-810H
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
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)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
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