HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation

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HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation Review

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

powerful intel processors

vivid dreamcolor display

compact, sleek design

thunderbolt 4 support

high-quality audio system

expensive price point

limited battery life

no numeric keypad

heavier than competitors

HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

powerful processor performance

bright, color-accurate display

robust security features

solid build quality

expensive price point

limited graphics capability

no HDMI port

average battery life

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Difference between HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation and HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation vs. HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.4 cm x 23.46 cm x 1.785 cm 31.56 cm x 22.405 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 1.79 kg 1.439 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy, plastic, anodised aluminium, metal -
Colour Turbo silver -
DISPLAY HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Ultra Slim Design, narrow-bezel design, Low Power, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare +PSR2 -
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1265U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB L3 - 12 MB
Chipset Intel WM590 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA RTX A2000 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA T550 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions 720p 720p
Sound Four speakers, HP World Facing Microphone / dual-array digital microphone Dual stereo speakers
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards 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 Dual stream (2x2), CNVi Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 83 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.5 hours Up to 13 hours
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name HP Premium Quiet Keyboard HP Premium Quiet Keyboard
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, glass clickpad, image sensor, DuraKeys Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, silent keys, DuraKeys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery, Sleep & Charge)
HDMI
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0, Sleep & Charge)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English
Software Included Bing Toolbar, HP Hotkey Support, HP Device Access Manager, HP Noise Cancellation, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Client Security Manager Gen5, HP Performance Advisor (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP ZCentral Remote Boost (free download), HP Smart Support (free download), HP Manageability Integration Kit (free download) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Studio G8 Mobile Workstation HP ZBook Firefly 14 G9 Mobile Workstation
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter
Integrated Options Tile module HP Tamper Lock
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Power On Authentication, HP Fast Charge, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, 150° maximum hinge open angle Spill resistant keyboard, HP Fast Charge, HP Secure Erase
Compliant Standards RoHS, WEEE, low halogen CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FCC, KCC, A-Tick, ICES, EAC, CIT, ICCP, RED, MIL-STD-810H
Repairability Index 8.2 (out of 10) -
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 - parts and labour - 3 years
Limited warranty - battery - 3 years
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