HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 3541

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HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 3541. 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 G9 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

powerful processor performance

bright, color-accurate display

robust security features

solid build quality

expensive price point

limited graphics capability

no HDMI port

average battery life

Dell Precision 3541 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 3541 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quad-core processor

robust build quality

excellent security features

good battery life

affordable professional laptop

heavy design

mediocre display quality

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 3541
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 3541 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3541
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.56 cm x 22.405 cm x 1.92 cm 35.91 cm x 23.625 cm x 2.45 cm
Weight 1.439 kg 1.97 kg
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3541
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 141
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 25 ms response rate, 0.179 mm pixel pitch, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3541
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1265U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 6-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM246
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3541
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3541
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3541
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA T550 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA Quadro P620
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, RGB camera, 87 degrees
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions 720p 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Dual stereo speakers Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3204
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3541
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3541
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 68 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3541
Input AC 115/230 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, 6.7 A
INPUT HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3541
Type Keyboard, 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, silent keys, DuraKeys Multi-gesture touch pad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3541
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0, Sleep & Charge)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3541
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI)
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 3541
Included Accessories HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, 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 Spill resistant keyboard, HP Fast Charge, HP Secure Erase ExpressCharge
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FCC, KCC, A-Tick, ICES, EAC, CIT, ICCP, RED, MIL-STD-810H FIPS 140-2, FIPS 201
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
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