HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)

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

Our Rating: 85 %

Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)

Side by side comparison and review of HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation and Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ). 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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation and Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.6 cm x 28.84 cm x 3.38 cm 37.74 cm x 25.23 cm
Weight 3.2 kg 2.55 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
DISPLAY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
Pixel Density (ppi) 127 -
Widescreen 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 -
PROCESSOR HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core -
Cache 8 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM236 Express
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology -
MEMORY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) -
Max RAM Supported 128 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 4
Empty Slots 3 -
STORAGE HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) -
SSD Cache 16 GB 3D Xpoint (Optane) (PCIe (NVMe)) -
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 630 -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3268
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Clear Sound Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax -
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
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) -
BATTERY HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 95.6 Wh -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 200 Watt, 19.5 V -
INPUT HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Collaboration -
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, ClickPad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Slots - 1 x ExpressCard/34 (1 free)
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
3 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook 17 G6 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P50 (20EQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English No operating system
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 P50 (20EQ)
Dockable - Yes
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 1.2) and firmware (TPM 2.0)
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, ThinkEngine, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, low halogen, ICCP RoHS, GREENGUARD
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
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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