HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)

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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 Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL). 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

Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

reliable performance

advanced security features

heavy design

limited graphics power

higher price point

noisy under load

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Difference between HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.6 cm x 28.84 cm x 3.38 cm 36.198 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.05 cm
Weight 3.2 kg 1.81 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 127 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 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, Eye comfort mode, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision, DC dimming, 85.4% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
CPU Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
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 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 6400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 4 -
Empty Slots 3 -
STORAGE HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
SSD Cache 16 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) (PCIe (NVMe)) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 630 AMD Radeon 680M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
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 Input: Dolby Voice
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Qualcomm NFA725A
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 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) Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
BATTERY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 95.6 Wh 52.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
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 P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Collaboration -
Numeric Keypad Yes 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 P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
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 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro
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 P16s Gen 1 (21CL)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Integrated Options 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
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano 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, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, low halogen, ICCP RoHS, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years -
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