HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 5480

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HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 5480. 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 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful processor performance

high-resolution display

expandable memory options

robust build quality

advanced security features

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color options

Dell Precision 5480 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 5480 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processors

compact and lightweight

high-resolution display

robust build quality

good thermal management

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 5480
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 5480 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5480
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.6 cm x 28.84 cm x 3.38 cm 31.06 cm x 21.035 cm x 1.109 cm
Weight 3.2 kg 1.48 kg
Colour - Grey
DISPLAY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5480
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (Full HD Plus)
Pixel Density (ppi) 127 161
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, 35 ms response rate, Low Blue Light technology, narrow bezel bent, 0.1578 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5480
CPU Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5480
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 128 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 6000 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 6000 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 4 -
Empty Slots 3 -
STORAGE HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5480
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 40
SSD Cache 16 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) (PCIe (NVMe)) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5480
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA RTX A1000
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera - Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 640 x 400 (infrared)
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel (standard), 0.25 Megapixel (infrared)
Camera Features - IR/RGB camera, 75.8 degrees
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720, 640 x 400
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC711-VD
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5480
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5480
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 95.6 Wh 72 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5480
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 200 Watt, 19.5 V 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V
INPUT HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5480
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Collaboration -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support Precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5480
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
LAN
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
4 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5480
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian
Software Included HP SoftPaq Download Manager, HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, Bing Toolbar, HP Hotkey Support, HP Performance Advisor, Windows Defender, Device Access Manager, HP Secure Erase, HP Security Manager, HP Connection Optimizer, HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Remote Graphics Software (free download) Intel Rapid Storage Technology, Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5480
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card 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 HP DuraKeys, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security ExpressCharge, ExpressChargeBoost
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, low halogen, ICCP TCG Certified, FIPS 140-3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Carbon Footprint - 390 kg carbon emissions
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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