HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2)

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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 Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2). 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

Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

reliable performance

advanced security features

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation and Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.6 cm x 28.84 cm x 3.38 cm 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 3.2 kg 1.55 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 127 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2)
CPU Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 4750U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 128 GB 48 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 1
Empty Slots 3 1
STORAGE HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
SSD Cache 16 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) (PCIe (NVMe)) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 630 AMD Radeon Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera - Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Fixed focus, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Realtek RTL8852AE - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V Realtek RTL8111EPV
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 Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2)
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 95.6 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13.25 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 200 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2)
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Collaboration -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2)
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
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
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) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 1 (20Y2)
Dockable - Yes
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 Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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 DuraKeys, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, low halogen, ICCP RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years -
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