HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 7520

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HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 7520. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 7520
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 7520 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7520
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 21.46 cm x 1.79 cm 37.8 cm x 26.1 cm x 3.3 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 2.8 kg
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7520
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 157 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features Ambient light sensor, anti-glare, Low Power Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7520
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (7th Gen) 7700HQ / 2.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM238
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7520
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 4
Empty Slots 1 2
STORAGE HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7520
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 7520
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon Pro WX 4130
Video Memory - 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1280 x 720
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello -
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions 720p 1280 x 720
Sound Dual stereo speakers, HP World Facing Microphone multi-array digital microphone Two microphones
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7520
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO -
BATTERY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7520
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 53 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7520
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A
INPUT HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7520
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick
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 Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7520
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
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Dock
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7520
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), McAfee (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7520
Dockable - Yes
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) Security Chip, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano 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 -
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 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 10 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 20 - 80% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years Limited warranty - 3 years - response time: next business day
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