HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 7780

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HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 7780. 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 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 7780 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 7780 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful processing capabilities

high-resolution display

robust build quality

extensive connectivity options

scalable memory and storage

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

average battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation and Dell Precision 7780
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation vs. Dell Precision 7780 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7780
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.95 cm x 23.36 cm x 1.92 cm 39.8 cm x 26.502 cm x 2.67 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 3.02 kg
Colour - Grey
DISPLAY HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7780
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3"
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 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 99% DCI-P3
Features Ambient light sensor, anti-glare, Low Power, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, 0.198 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7780
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13850HX / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 5.3 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 20-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB L3 - 30 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology -
MEMORY HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7780
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 128 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin CAMM
STORAGE HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7780
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 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 40
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7780
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, IR camera, 70 degrees (IR camera)
Video Resolutions 720p 1920 x 1080
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Dual stereo speakers, HP World Facing Microphone / dual-array digital microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3281
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7780
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
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 7780
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 93 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7780
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 240 Watt, 19.5 V, 12.3 A
INPUT HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7780
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 Precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7780
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
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7780
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian
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 (30 days trial, excludes office licence)
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation Dell Precision 7780
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Tile module Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Discrete 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 BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, HP Secure Erase Chassis intrusion detection, 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 FIPS 140-2, TCG Certified
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) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years -
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