HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation vs. HP Zbook 17 G3

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

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation and HP Zbook 17 G3. 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

HP Zbook 17 G3 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Zbook 17 G3 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quad-core processor

high-resolution dreamcolor display

expandable memory options

robust connectivity features

durable aluminum chassis

heavy and bulky

expensive base model

average battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation and HP Zbook 17 G3
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
71 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation vs. HP Zbook 17 G3 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 17 G3
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.95 cm x 23.36 cm x 1.92 cm 42 cm x 28 cm x 3 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 3 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, magnesium alloy
Colour - Space Silver
DISPLAY HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 17 G3
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC -
Features Ambient light sensor, anti-glare, Low Power, 72% NTSC colour gamut -
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 17 G3
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (6th Gen) 6820HQ / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM236 Express
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 17 G3
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 3200 MHz 2133 MHz / PC4-17000
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2133 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 4
STORAGE HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 17 G3
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 256 GB SSD
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer external
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 17 G3
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA Quadro M3000M
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - Shader Model 5.0, AMD Enduro technology
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello 720p HD movie recording, low light enhancement
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Dual stereo speakers, HP World Facing Microphone / dual-array digital microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec - CX7501
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 17 G3
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
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 HP Zbook 17 G3
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 17 G3
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V -
INPUT HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 17 G3
Type Keyboard, pointing stick, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad, pointing stick
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, image sensor, DuraKeys Volume control, spill-resistant, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 17 G3
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
VGA
HDMI
2 x Thunderbolt 3
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
3 x USB 3.0
USB 3.0 (charging)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 17 G3
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
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 -
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 Mobile Workstation HP Zbook 17 G3
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 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 BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, HP Secure Erase HP 3D DriveGuard, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), HP DuraKeys, HP SpareKey, One-Step Logon, HP BIOS Protection, SecureBoot, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Hybrid Boot, Master Record Security, Measured Boot, Power On Authentication, Pre-Boot Security, Pre-boot Authentication, HP Sure Start with Dynamic Protection
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 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes 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 Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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