HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7)

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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 Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7). 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

Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

lightweight and portable

good thermal management

mediocre display brightness

limited graphics performance

higher price point

no HDMI port

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation and Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.08 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.86 cm 36.58 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.91 cm
Weight 1.77 kg 1.75 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyamide, Talc15
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
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% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Full HD anti-glare Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1185G7 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7)
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 48 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz / PC4-19200 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Pro WX 3200 / Intel UHD Graphics 620 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 - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording, Windows Hello, HP Privacy HD Privacy shutter, IR camera
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
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 -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7)
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Collaboration -
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7)
Interfaces USB 3.1 (charging)
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB 3.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
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 -
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 15u G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P15s Gen 2 (20W7)
Dockable Yes 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 Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, HP Sure Start Gen 4 Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, RoHS, MIL-STD 810G, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, CIT, low halogen, ICCP 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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