HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)

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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 Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY). 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

Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

impressive CPU performance

reliable security features

mediocre display brightness

limited graphics capability

heavier than competitors

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation and Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.6 cm x 26.4 cm x 2.6 cm 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 1.469 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyamide, Talc15
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 45% NTSC
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1185G7 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 32 GB (1 x 16 GB + 16 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 48 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 1
Empty Slots 3 0
STORAGE HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
RAID Level RAID 1 -
SSD Cache 16 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) (PCIe (NVMe)) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro T1000 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA Quadro T500 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 210
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 Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Collaboration -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, ClickPad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
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
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 15 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 2 (20VY)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, Common Criteria EAL4+, low halogen RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified 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 -
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