HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation vs. MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)

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

Our Rating: 85 %

MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation and MSI WS65 8SK (480UK). 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

MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quadro graphics

lightweight and portable

impressive 4k display

robust build quality

fast processing speeds

expensive price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation and MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation vs. MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 21.46 cm x 1.79 cm 35.7 cm x 24.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.88 kg
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
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 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Ambient light sensor, anti-glare, Low Power MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology -
MEMORY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA Quadro P3200
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Dual stereo speakers, HP World Facing Microphone multi-array digital microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wireless-AC 9560
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 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 53 Wh 82 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 180 Watt
INPUT HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Quiet Keyboard -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, image sensor, DuraKeys Anti-ghosting, white LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
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
LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro
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 MSI BurnRecovery, MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Dragon Gaming Center 2.0
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G8 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
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 Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection 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 Cooler Boost Trinity technology
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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