HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7vsHP Spectre x360 16

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

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HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
ZBook Firefly 15 G7

Quick Stats

The HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7's performance is sufficient for office work, but struggles with demanding tasks.
The Firefly 15 G7's sturdy build quality is undoubtedly its strongest asset, making it a solid choice overall.
The HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 boasts a superior 400 nits display with excellent viewing angles and vivid colors.
The HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 features a range of ports, including two Thunderbolt 3 USB-C.
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HP Spectre x360 16
Spectre x360 16

Quick Stats

The most important takeaway is that the HP Spectre x360 16 has disappointing multi-core performance despite having same CPU.
The HP Spectre x360 16 boasts a sturdy aluminum chassis with premium quality build that exceeds expectations.
The stunning 2.8k resolution OLED display is the laptop's standout feature and strongest asset overall.
The HP Spectre x360 16 features an OLED display, Intel Core i7 processor, and NVIDIA RTX 4050 GPU.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
Winner
#587
HP Spectre x360 16
#588
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
#619
HP Spectre x360 16
#336
Winner
Display
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
#716
HP Spectre x360 16
#435
Winner
Performance
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
#336
Winner
HP Spectre x360 16
#616
Build
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
#642
Winner
HP Spectre x360 16
#661
Features
HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
#438
Winner
HP Spectre x360 16
#455

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7
HP HP Spectre x360 16
up to 64GB
up to 32GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-10810U
Intel Core i7-11390H
NVIDIA Quadro T1000 (4GB GDDR5)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7

Strengths

Lovely display - it's taken a long time to slowly introduce a display panel worth its price tag. This review model has an excellent screen with wide viewing angles, vivid colors, and the biggest plus: 400 nits of brightness.
Quiet operation - The Firefly 15 is silent most of the time thanks to the power-efficient i7 10-510u processor and thermal management.
Useful ports considering its lightweight dimensions - It has managed to cram some useful ports: two Thunderbolt three, USB Type-C ports, two USB Type-A ports, HDMI, a smart card reader, and even a slot for 4G LTE SIM.
Long battery life - The Firefly has a free cell 56 Whr battery giving around 10 hours video playback in general usage.
Good typing keyboard
Excellent security features including HP Client Security Manager Gen 6, HP Security Essentials to protect against malware attacks, and HP SureStart Gen 6 to detect stop and recover from a BIOS attack or corruption.
Powerful display with 400 nits brightness

Weaknesses

Not suitable for serious adobe programming or CAD-type work due to Intel i7-10 510u processor
Intel i7-10 510u processor is not the best choice, AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 4650U or Ryzen 7 Pro 4750U would have been a better option.
Nvidia Quattro P520 GPU is not powerful enough for demanding tasks
No SD card reader, which may be a disadvantage for content creators
Not the most powerful mobile workstation, despite its compact size and long battery life.
HP missed the mark by choosing Intel i7-10 510u processor instead of AMD Ryzen
Price - The Firefly's price is not disclosed in the text, but it may be a bit high considering its capabilities

HP Spectre x360 16

Strengths

The 16in OLED display is beautiful with a resolution of 2.8k.
The laptop has a dedicated GPU, which allows for good gaming performance.
The fan noise was always pretty low even under full load.
The RTX 450 is running as it should, making it suitable for casual gaming.
The swappable Wi-Fi 7 card and two fan solution are nice upgrades.
The laptop has a sleek and sturdy design with only four screws to remove.

Weaknesses

The battery life was not nearly as good as the 14in model, getting only 5 hours and 33 minutes before needing to charge.
The performance of the laptop was subpar, with multi-core speeds being lower than expected.
Single core clock speeds were identical to the competition, but multi-core speeds were way too low.
The CPU power output was also lower than expected, topping out at around 28-29 Watts.
The average core clock speeds were higher on the 14in model, which is puzzling.
The laptop's performance profile did not make a difference in pushing the laptop to its full potential.
Read Full Reviews

HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7

The HP ZBook Firefly 15 G7 is a premium office power user laptop in disguise, rather than a mobile workstation for serious Adobe programming or CAD-type work. With its supremely well-built design and excellent battery life, it's hard to deny its appeal. However, the choice of a 10th gen Intel Core Comet Lake processor and an underwhelming NVIDIA Quadro P520 GPU may leave users wanting more oomph. Can this laptop truly deliver for those who need a powerful mobile workstation?

HP Spectre x360 16

The HP Spectre x360 16 is an intriguing addition to the popular series, boasting a larger 16-inch OLED display and a dedicated NVIDIA RTX 450 GPU. This device promises to deliver top-notch performance, stunning visuals, and sleek design. However, with a bigger power brick and increased thermal headroom, one would expect better battery life and more robust performance. Unfortunately, our testing revealed subpar results in these areas, sparking questions about the true potential of this laptop.

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