HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 5680

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

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 5680. 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 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 5680 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 5680 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful processor performance

robust build quality

high-resolution display

ample connectivity options

reliable security features

heavier than competitors

higher price point

average battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 5680
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 5680 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5680
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.6 cm x 28.84 cm x 3.38 cm 35.368 cm x 24.027 cm x 2.617 cm
Weight 3.2 kg 1.905 kg
Colour - Titan grey
DISPLAY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5680
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 16"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (Full HD Plus)
Pixel Density (ppi) 127 142
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, 30 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, Low Blue Light technology, 0.18 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5680
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 -
MEMORY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5680
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 32 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 5680
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 1 TB 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 5680
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera - Yes - 1920 x 1080 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared)
Camera Features - IR camera, 78 degrees, 78 degrees (IR camera)
Video Resolutions - 1920 x 1080, 640 x 360
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 5680
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth, NFC, 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 5680
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 95.6 Wh 100 Wh
Battery Weight - 363 g
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5680
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 200 Watt, 19.5 V 165 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 / 28 V
INPUT HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5680
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 Haptic touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5680
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
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 5680
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 5680
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, 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
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, low halogen, ICCP FIPS 140-2, TCG Certified
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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