HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation

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HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation. 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.

HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

powerful i7 processor

high-resolution display

robust security features

fast ssd storage

expensive price point

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

limited color options

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Difference between HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.08 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.825 cm 35.95 cm x 23.36 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 1.77 kg 1.73 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Turbo silver -
DISPLAY HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology - WLED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Ambient light sensor, anti-glare, Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Low Power
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8650U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
RAM 0 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 2 1
STORAGE HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera - Yes - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera
Video Resolutions - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, HP World Facing Microphone multi-array digital microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3i, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Technology - 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 56 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 23 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Input - AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Type - Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, DuraKeys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Interfaces USB 3.0 (charging)
Thunderbolt 3
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
Dock
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, Bing Toolbar, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, CyberLink Power Media Player, HP Device Access Manager, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, Native Miracast, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Fingerprint Sensor, HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Client Security Manager Gen5, HP Sure Sense, HP SureStart Gen5, HP Sure Recover Gen2, HP Sure Platform
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 15u G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories - USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, 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, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, HP Sure Start Gen 3, Master Boot Record Security BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, CCC, FCC, RoHS, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, AUS/NZ, MIL-STD 810H
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
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
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