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

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HP ZBook Power G7 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Power G7 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 86 %

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

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP ZBook Power G7 Mobile Workstation and MSI WS65 8SK (480UK). 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 Power G7 Mobile Workstation Review

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

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

ample connectivity options

upgradeable memory and storage

professional-grade graphics

heavier than competitors

average battery life

premium price point

noisy under load

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

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Power G7 Mobile Workstation vs. MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Power G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 2.28 cm 35.7 cm x 24.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material ABS plastic, anodised aluminium -
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ZBook Power 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 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Ambient light sensor, Full HD eDP anti-glare MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Power G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz -
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel WM490 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY HP ZBook Power 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 - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE HP ZBook Power 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 Power G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro P620 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA Quadro P3200
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Power 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 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.3ab, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO, CNVi -
BATTERY HP ZBook Power G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 83 Wh 82 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.25 hours -
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Power G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 19.5 V 180 Watt
INPUT HP ZBook Power G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Quiet Keyboard -
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad Anti-ghosting, white LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Power G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (BC1.2 charging)
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
LAN
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
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 Power G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro
Software Included HP Support Assistant, Bing Toolbar, HP Hotkey Support, HP Performance Advisor, HP Secure Erase, HP Client Security Manager, HP Device Access Manager, HP Noise Cancellation, Native Miracast, HP Manageability & Integration Kit (free download), HP Connection Optimizer, HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP ZCentral Remote Boost 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 Power G7 Mobile Workstation MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Included Accessories HP Smart AC 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 HP DuraKeys, Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, Microsoft Security Defender, MIL-STD-810H tested Cooler Boost Trinity technology
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, KCC, A-Tick, ICES, low halogen, ICCP -
Repairability Index 7.9 (out of 10) -
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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