HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 56 %

Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation and Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC). 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 Power G9 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust processing power

high-quality display

excellent build quality

advanced security features

good thermal management

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

average battery life

limited color options

Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processors

high-resolution display

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

advanced security features

high price point

average battery life

heavier than competitors

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation and Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.94 cm x 23.39 cm x 2.28 cm 35.95 cm x 25.38 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.81 kg
Case Material ABS plastic, anodised aluminium, metal, talc Aluminium (bottom), glass-fibre reinforced plastic (top)
Colour - Black
DISPLAY HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Blue Light technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, DC dimming
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800H / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB 24 MB
Chipset - Intel WM690
Features Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)
RAM 0 MB 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 2 1
STORAGE HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA RTX A2000 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA RTX A1000 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera - Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3315 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, discrete amplifiers -
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) - 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 170 Watt
INPUT HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery, Sleep & Charge)
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Power G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 5 (21DC)
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), chassis intrusion sensor Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Automatic DriveLock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network Administrator password, power-on password, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
Compliant Standards CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, KCC, WEEE, A-Tick, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, EAC, CIT, ICCP, MIL-STD-810H RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TCG Certified
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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