HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 7740

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

Dell Precision 7740
Dell Precision 7740

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 7740. 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 G8 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

powerful processor performance

vibrant display quality

robust security features

good battery life

expensive price point

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

fewer ports than competitors

Dell Precision 7740 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 7740 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful processor performance

high-resolution display

expandable memory options

robust build quality

excellent graphics capabilities

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

shorter battery life

limited portability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 7740
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 7740 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7740
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.95 cm x 23.36 cm x 1.92 cm 41.42 cm x 27.37 cm x 3.03 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 3.09 kg
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7740
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 127
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 72%, 100% sRGB
Features Ambient light sensor, anti-glare, Low Power, 72% NTSC colour gamut UltraSharp, anti-glare, Premium Panel Guarantee, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7740
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9850H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM246
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7740
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 128 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 SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 4
Empty Slots - 2
STORAGE HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7740
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 2280 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7740
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello 720p HD movie recording
Video Resolutions 720p 1280 x 720
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Dual stereo speakers, HP World Facing Microphone / dual-array digital microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3281
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7740
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-LM
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 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7740
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 97 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7740
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 240 Watt, 19.5 V, 12.31 A
INPUT HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7740
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, image sensor, DuraKeys Multi-gesture touch pad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7740
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery, Sleep & Charge)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7740
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 Privacy Settings, HP Sure Sense, HP Image Assistant Gen4, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP WorkWell, HP Sure Run Gen3, HP BIOSphere Gen6, myHP, HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP Sure Recover Gen4, HP Sure Recover with Embedded Reimaging Gen4, HP SureStart Gen7, Microsoft Bitlocker Encryption, HP TPM Configuration Utility, HP Programmable Key, HP Touchpoint Customizer, Tile, HP Manageability Integration Kit Gen6 (free dowload), HP Proactive Security (DaaS), Tamper Lock Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7740
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 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 BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, HP Secure Erase ExpressCharge
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, CIT, low halogen, IEEE 1680, ICCP, RED, MIL-STD 810H ISO 14443 type A, FIPS 201
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 20 - 80% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years -
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