HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation vs. MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

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

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation and MSI WS65 8SK (480UK). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

powerful i7 processor

high-resolution display

robust security features

fast ssd storage

expensive price point

average battery life

no dedicated GPU

limited color options

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 15 G7 Mobile Workstation and MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation vs. MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.95 cm x 23.36 cm x 1.92 cm 35.7 cm x 24.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.73 kg 1.88 kg
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Ambient light sensor, anti-glare, Panel Self Refresh (PSR), Low Power MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache L3 - 6 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology -
MEMORY HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 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 DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 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 15 G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA Quadro P3200
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound 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 15 G7 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 Wi-Fi CERTIFIED -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO -
BATTERY HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 82 Wh
Battery Life Up to 23 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 180 Watt
INPUT HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, DuraKeys Anti-ghosting, white LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
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 15 G7 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 Secure Erase, CyberLink Power Media Player, HP Device Access Manager, HP JumpStart, HP Noise Cancellation, Native Miracast, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Fingerprint Sensor, HP BIOSphere Gen5, HP Client Security Manager Gen5, HP Sure Sense, HP SureStart Gen5, HP Sure Recover Gen2, HP Sure Platform 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 15 G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
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 Cooler Boost Trinity technology
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, CIT, low halogen, ICCP, AUS/NZ, 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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