HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. HP Zbook 15 G2

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HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation and HP Zbook 15 G2. 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 G6 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quad-core processor

high-resolution dreamcolor display

robust aluminum chassis

expandable memory options

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

shorter battery life

noisy under load

expensive base model

HP Zbook 15 G2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Zbook 15 G2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful quad-core processor

upgradeable memory options

high-resolution display

good connectivity options

heavy and bulky

older model

noisy under load

mediocre battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation and HP Zbook 15 G2
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
72 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. HP Zbook 15 G2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G2
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.6 cm x 26.4 cm x 2.6 cm 38.15 cm x 25.7 cm x 3.55 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 2.78 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, magnesium alloy
DISPLAY HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G2
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED 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 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% sRGB -
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare -
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G2
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (4th Gen) 4710MQ / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 3.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G2
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 4 4
Empty Slots 3 -
STORAGE HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G2
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD
RAID Level RAID 1 -
SSD Cache 16 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) (PCIe (NVMe)) -
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G2
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro T1000 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA Quadro K2100M
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Low light enhancement
Video Resolutions 720p 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound, DTS SOUND+
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G2
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.3az -
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features Miracast, Wake-on-LAN (WOL) -
BATTERY HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G2
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G2
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 G6 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G2
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick
Keyboard Name HP Collaboration -
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, ClickPad with gesture support Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G2
Interfaces LAN
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
VGA
DisplayPort
Thunderbolt 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Battery
Dock
LAN
2 x USB 3.0
USB 2.0
USB 3.0 (charging)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G2
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G2
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
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 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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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