HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation

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HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 86 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Power G8 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 Power G8 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor options

high-resolution display

ample connectivity ports

reliable security features

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

average battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.5 cm x 25.65 cm x 2.54 cm 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 2.28 cm
Weight 2.165 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Aluminum ABS plastic, anodised aluminium
Colour Turbo silver -
DISPLAY HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 141 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 67% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Full HD anti-glare Ambient light sensor, Full HD eDP anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8400H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 8 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 Intel WM590
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC 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 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD SATA - triple-level cell (TLC) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC)
SSD Cache 16 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA T600 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - IR camera, camera cover
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
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) Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM Intel I219-V
Bluetooth Class Class 2 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, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.3az -
Remote Management Protocol SNMP 2 -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 70 Wh 83 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 19.5 V 150 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium Quiet Keyboard
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad Programmable buttons, volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (0 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free)
Interfaces USB 3.0 (charging)
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.3 Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (BC1.2 charging)
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
Software Included HP Remote Graphics Software, HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, Bing Toolbar, HP ePrint, HP Hotkey Support, HP Performance Advisor, HP Velocity, HP JumpStart, Skype for Business, HP Workwise, HP Noise Cancellation, HP LAN-WLAN Protection, HP JetAdvantage -
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 15v G5 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Power G8 Mobile Workstation
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 150 Watt Smart PFC Slim AC Adapter
Integrated Options - Tile module, HP Tamper Lock
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power-on password, HP 3D DriveGuard, One-Step Logon, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge Automatic DriveLock, BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP DriveLock, BIOS Update via Network, HP Sure Click, HP Sure Sense, HP Secure Erase, HP Sure Start Gen 6, HP Sure Admin, HP Sure Run Gen 4, HP Client Security Manager Gen 7, HP BIOSphere Gen 6, HP Sure Recover Gen 4
Compliant Standards UL, VCCI, BSMI, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, KCC, A-Tick, ICES, low halogen, ICCP, RED, MIL-STD-810H, BNCI
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
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