HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation vs. HP Zbook 15 G3

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation
HP Zbook 15 G3
HP Zbook 15 G3

Our Rating: 75 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation and HP Zbook 15 G3. 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 G3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Zbook 15 G3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

expandable memory options

high-resolution display

good connectivity options

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

average battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation and HP Zbook 15 G3
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation vs. HP Zbook 15 G3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 42 cm x 28 cm x 3 cm 38.6 cm x 26.4 cm x 2.6 cm
Weight 3 kg 2.59 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy -
Colour Space Silver -
DISPLAY HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6440HQ / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (6th Gen) 6820HQ / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM236 Express -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
RAM 0 GB 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 4
Empty Slots 4 -
STORAGE HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 240 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 530 NVIDIA Quadro M2000M / Intel HD Graphics 530
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Shader Model 5.0
Camera - Yes - 720p
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec CX7501 CX7501
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Wireless - Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.11, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3ae, IEEE 802.1as, IEEE 802.3az -
BATTERY HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Technology - Lithium Ion
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 150 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Type - Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick
Features - Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Interfaces VGA
HDMI
2 x Thunderbolt 3
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
3 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (charging)
LAN
VGA
USB 3.0 (charging)
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 17 G3 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G3
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
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 3D DriveGuard, HP DuraKeys, HP SpareKey, One-Step Logon, HP BIOS Protection, SecureBoot, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Hybrid Boot, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, Pre-Boot Security, Pre-boot Authentication, HP Sure Start with Dynamic Protection Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards ACPI, CSA, UL, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, Common Criteria EAL4+ ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001
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 - 2 years - pick-up and return
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