HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 7550

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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 7550. 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 7550 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 7550 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful workstation performance

high-quality 4k display

robust build quality

excellent thermal management

expandable memory options

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

limited battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 7550
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 7550 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7550
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.6 cm x 28.84 cm x 3.38 cm 36 cm x 24.2 cm x 2.736 cm
Weight 3.2 kg 2.45 kg
Colour - Grey
DISPLAY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7550
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 127 141
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, 0.18 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7550
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 Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Thermal Velocity Boost, Intel vPro Platform Eligibility
MEMORY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7550
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 128 GB 128 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 4
Empty Slots 3 2
STORAGE HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7550
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 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 7550
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera - Yes - HD
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features - 74.9 degrees
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3281
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 7550
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 - M.2 2230
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V Intel I219-LM
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) Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - Qualcomm Snapdragon X20
BATTERY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7550
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 95.6 Wh -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7550
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 200 Watt, 19.5 V 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A
INPUT HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7550
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 -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7550
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
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
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 7550
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 7550
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader 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
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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