HP ZBook Fury 15 G8 review
The HP HP ZBook Fury 15 G8 ranks as the #625 laptops globally, achieving a LibraScore of 68. Across all metrics, this product stands out most for its #426-ranked features among 380 laptops. Consider the HP ENVY 14 or HP OmniBook X Flip, which offer higher scores while staying in the same price range.
Is it Worth it?
The HP ZBook Fury 15 G8 is a powerful mobile workstation that's worth considering for demanding professionals. While its benchmarks aren't the fastest, its sleek design and stunning Dream Color screen make up for it. This laptop starts at $2,369 with an Intel Core i5 processor and 4K touch display, but our test unit boasts an 8-core Core i9 CPU, NVIDIA RTX A5000 GPU, and 32GB RAM. With a laundry list of certifications and expandability options, this workstation is perfect for those who can afford it. Is it worth the nearly $6,000 price tag? If you're looking for unparalleled performance and security, yes, it's an excellent choice.
Build
The HP ZBook Fury 15 G8's build is a highlight. The aluminum top and magnesium bottom provide a sturdy foundation, with no flexing in the screen corners or keyboard deck. Ports are plentiful, including an Ethernet port, audio jack, and USB 3.1 type-A ports. The laptop also boasts a MIL-STD-810G certification for shock, vibration, and environmental extremes. Weighing 5.32 pounds and measuring 1.02 x 14.2 x 9.6 inches, it's relatively portable despite its robust build. For a superior build, HP ProBook 450 G9 could be the right choice.
Display
The HP ZBook Fury 15 G8 boasts an impressive display that truly sets it apart from the competition. The DreamColor panel is a 4K masterpiece with ultra-fine details and vivid colors, validated by Pantone. Viewing angles are wide, brightness is excellent, and contrast is superb, making white backgrounds appear as pure as snow. The screen's IPS technology may not match OLED displays in terms of blacks, but in every other way, it's simply superb. This stunning display, paired with unparalleled expandability and security, makes the Fury 15 G8 our top choice for mobile workstations. A better alternative might be HP ENVY 15, featuring a next-level display.
Performance
The HP ZBook Fury 15 G8 is a powerhouse laptop workstation that delivers exceptional performance in demanding tasks such as 3D rendering, CGI, CAD, and data science. While it may not have the fastest benchmark results among its peers, it is still remarkably fast and capable of handling large datasets with ease. The Intel Core i9-11900 processor, paired with an NVIDIA RTX A5000 GPU, provides more than enough muscle to handle even the most demanding tasks. With 32GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD, this laptop workstation is well-equipped to tackle any task that comes its way. You may find HP ProBook 640 G8 a better fit, thanks to its superior performance.
Battery and Charging
The HP ZBook Fury 15 G8 boasts an impressive power-hungry design that translates to battery life, unfortunately. We got around 7 hours and 45 minutes in our PCMark 10 test, with the display set to 250 nits. This is decent but not spectacular for a mobile workstation of its caliber. Fortunately, charging the laptop's massive 99Wh battery isn't too arduous, taking about an hour and 15 minutes to reach 100% from flat.
Connectivity
The HP ZBook Fury 15 G8 offers ample connectivity options, including an Ethernet port, audio jack, smart card, and security lock slots on the left edge, and an SD card slot, HDMI, mini DisplayPort, USB-C ports with Thunderbolt 4 capability, and power connector on the right. Ports are plentiful, making it easy to stay connected and transfer files between devices. HP EliteBook X G1a might be a smarter choice, offering an upgraded connectivity.
Features
The HP ZBook Fury 15 G8 boasts a stunning 4K DreamColor display with ultra-fine details, vibrant colors, and wide viewing angles. Its sleek design features an aluminum top and magnesium bottom, with expandability options including up to 128GB RAM, 8TB storage, and four M.2 slots for added flexibility. For an improved features, HP ENVY 15 is worth considering.
Support and Maintenance
The HP ZBook Fury 15 G8 offers top-notch support and maintenance. With an arsenal of useful utilities, including keyboard and touchpad cleaning software, file transfer tools, and remote access capabilities, users can stay productive. Additionally, the laptop features bios protection, tamper alerts, and a sandboxed browser for enhanced security. The robust system also integrates with HP's Tile service to help locate or recover a lost device.
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