HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation vs. HP Zbook 15 G1

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation and HP Zbook 15 G1. 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 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

HP Zbook 15 G1 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Zbook 15 G1 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful quad-core processor

expandable memory options

high-resolution display

good connectivity options

heavier than competitors

older model

noisy under load

average battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation and HP Zbook 15 G1
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
69 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation vs. HP Zbook 15 G1 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G1
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.56 cm x 22.405 cm x 1.92 cm 38.15 cm x 25.7 cm x 3.55 cm
Weight 1.439 kg 2.82 kg
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour - Graphite, hematite
DISPLAY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G1
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features - Full HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G1
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1265U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (4th Gen) 4700MQ / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset - Intel QM87
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G1
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR3L SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2 4
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G1
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 240 GB SSD
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer removable - tray
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G1
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA T550 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics -
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Dual stereo speakers Stereo speakers, stereo microphone
Codec - IDT 92HD91
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, DTS Studio Sound
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G1
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) -
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G1
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Max Supported Qty - 2
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 13 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G1
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V -
INPUT HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G1
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick
Keyboard Name HP Premium Quiet Keyboard -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, silent keys, DuraKeys Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G1
Expansion Bays - 1 x Upgrade Bay
Slots - 1 x ExpressCard/54 (1 free)
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
VGA
DisplayPort
Thunderbolt
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
3 x USB 3.0
USB 2.0
Battery
Dock
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G1
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 15 G1
Dockable - Yes
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 1.2) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington 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 -
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FCC, KCC, A-Tick, ICES, EAC, CIT, ICCP, RED, MIL-STD-810H ACPI, CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, CCC, FCC, RoHS, FIPS 140-2, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, KC, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °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
Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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