HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 5550

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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 5550. 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 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 17 G6 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 5550
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 5550 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.6 cm x 28.84 cm x 3.38 cm 34.44 cm x 23.03 cm x 1.165 cm
Weight 3.2 kg 2.05 kg
Colour - Grey
DISPLAY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 127 145
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 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 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
CPU Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10850H / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel WM490
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Thermal Velocity Boost, Intel vPro Platform Eligibility
MEMORY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 128 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2933 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 2
Empty Slots 3 0
STORAGE HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
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 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
SSD Cache 16 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) (PCIe (NVMe)) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA Quadro T2000
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera - Yes - HD
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features - 78.5 degrees
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 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, HP Clear Sound Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - 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 802.3, 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) -
BATTERY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 95.6 Wh 86 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 200 Watt, 19.5 V 130 Watt, 20 V, 6.5 A
INPUT HP ZBook 17 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 Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
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
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 (SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI)
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) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5550
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
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 HP DuraKeys, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security ExpressCharge
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, 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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