HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 3530

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 3530. 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 Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

powerful processor

high-resolution display

robust security features

good battery life

limited upgradeability

higher price point

noisy under load

modest graphics performance

Dell Precision 3530 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 3530 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor options

excellent security features

expandable memory slots

decent battery life

heavy and bulky

mediocre display quality

noisy under load

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 3530
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
76 % - Design
66 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 3530 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3530
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 21.46 cm x 1.79 cm 37.6 cm x 25.07 cm x 2.43 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 2.03 kg
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3530
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 157 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 72%
Features Ambient light sensor, anti-glare, Low Power Anti-glare, PremierColor technology, Wide Viewing Angle, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3530
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 9 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM246
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3530
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3530
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 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3530
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA Quadro P600
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello 74 degrees
Video Resolutions 720p 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Dual stereo speakers, HP World Facing Microphone multi-array digital microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3246-CG
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Wave MAXXAudio Pro
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3530
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-LM
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
BATTERY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3530
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 53 Wh 68 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3530
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 130 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3530
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Quiet Keyboard -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, image sensor, DuraKeys Precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3530
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0, Sleep & Charge)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
LAN
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
VGA
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, Memory Stick, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, Memory Stick XC, SDXC UHS-II Card, SDXC UHS Card, Memory Stick PRO-HG)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3530
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI)
Software Included HP Recovery Manager, HP Support Assistant, Bing Toolbar, HP Hotkey Support, Windows Defender, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI, Microsoft 365 (Trial), HP Device Access Manager, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Noise Cancellation, Native Miracast, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Fingerprint Sensor, HP Privacy Settings, HP Sure Sense, HP Image Assistant Gen4, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP WorkWell, HP Sure Run Gen3, HP BIOSphere Gen6, myHP, Touchpoint Customiser for Commercial, HP Sure View Reflect, HP Tamper Lock, HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP Sure Recover Gen4, HP Sure Recover with Embedded Reimaging Gen4, HP SureStart Gen7, HP Proactive Security, Microsoft Bitlocker Encryption, HP TPM Configuration Utility Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3530
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Tile module -
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 nano security slot Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, HP Secure Erase Microphone with noise-cancellation
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, CIT, CP65, low halogen, IEEE 1680, ICCP, MIL-STD 810H -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
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 Limited warranty - 3 years
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