HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 5550

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

Our Rating: 78 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 5550. 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 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Review

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

robust build quality

powerful processor options

excellent security features

high-resolution display

good battery life

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

Dell Precision 5550 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 5550 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

powerful processor options

high-resolution display

excellent build quality

good thermal management

expensive price point

limited port selection

noisy under load

average battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 5550
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 5550 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.08 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.86 cm 34.44 cm x 23.03 cm x 1.165 cm
Weight 1.77 kg 2.05 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour - Grey
DISPLAY HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 145
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Full HD anti-glare UltraSharp, anti-glare, IGZO technology, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, 0.1752 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10850H / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache L3 - 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel WM490
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Thermal Velocity Boost, Intel vPro Platform Eligibility
MEMORY HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz / PC4-19200 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2933 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Pro WX 3200 / Intel UHD Graphics 620 NVIDIA Quadro T2000
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording, Windows Hello, HP Privacy HD 78.5 degrees
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 1280 x 720
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 86 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19.5 V 130 Watt, 20 V, 6.5 A
INPUT HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Collaboration -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Interfaces USB 3.1 (charging)
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB 3.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI)
Software Included Skype, HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, Bing Toolbar, HP Hotkey Support, HP Performance Advisor, Windows Defender, HP Secure Erase, CyberLink Power Media Player, Absolute Persistence, HP Device Access Manager, HP Mobile Connect Pro, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Fingerprint Sensor, Power On Authentication Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Fingerprint 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 Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, HP Sure Start Gen 4 ExpressCharge
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, RoHS, MIL-STD 810G, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, CIT, low halogen, ICCP -
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 -
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