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HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 42B40PA
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 250 nits 45% NTSC |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD |
| RAM | 32GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA T500 4GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 42B40PA
| Reference / Part Number | 42B40PA |
|---|---|
| Release date | March 2021, 5 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Mobile workstation |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Silver |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Performance |
| Country of origin | China |
| Original brand name | HP |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Display brightness | 250 cd/m² |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 39,6 cm |
| RGB colour space | NTSC |
| Colour gamut | 45 % |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-1165G7 |
| Processor generation | 11th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,7 GHz |
| Processor cache | 12 MB |
| Processor cache type | L3 |
| Configurable TDP-up frequency | 2,8 GHz |
| Configurable TDP-up | 28 W |
| Configurable TDP-down | 12 W |
| Configurable TDP-down frequency | 1,2 GHz |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 3200 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 1 x 32 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
| Memory channels | Dual-channel |
| Non-ECC | Yes |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 512 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 512 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| SSD interface | NVMe,PCI Express |
| NVMe | Yes |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA Quadro T500 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 4 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| Number of discrete graphics cards | 1 |
Audio
| Audio system | B&O PLAY |
|---|---|
| Built-in speaker(s) | Yes |
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speakers manufacturer | Bang & Olufsen |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
Network
| Mobile network connection | Yes |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| 4G standard | LTE-TDD & LTE-FDD |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.0b |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 2 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge | Yes |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge ports | 2 |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel SoC |
|---|
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Clickpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Spill-resistant keyboard | Yes |
| Full-size keyboard | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Pro |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Processor special features
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
|---|---|
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | No |
| Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | No |
| Idle States | Yes |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
Brand-specific features
| HP speaker type | HP Dual Speakers |
|---|---|
| HP Connection Optimizer | Yes |
| HP Support Assistant | Yes |
| HP front camera | HP Webcam HD IR |
| HP Security tools | HP Sure Click; HP Secure Erase; HP Manageability Integration Kit; HP Sure Sense; HP Sure Recover Gen3; HP BIOSphere Gen6; HP Sure Start Gen6; HP Sure Admin; HP Sure View Reect; HP Tamper Lock; MS Bitlocker Encryption; HP Image Assistant Gen4.6; HP Proactive Security (DaaS); HP TPM Conguration Utility; HP Sure Run Gen4; HP Client Security Manager Gen7; HP Sure Recover Gen4 with Embedded Reimaging; Secured-core PC capable |
| HP Software provided | Bing search for IE11; Buy Office; CyberLink Power Media Player; HP Hotkey Support; HP Noise Cancellation Software; HP Performance Advisor; HP Recovery Manager; HP Support Assistant; Native Miracast support; HP Connection Optimizer; HP ZCentral Remote Boost Software; myHP; HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UEFI; HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows; HP Privacy Settings; HP Programmable Key; HP QuickDrop; HP Touchpoint Customizer; HP WorkWell; TileApp (optional |
| HP segment | Business |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 56 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Number of battery cells | 3 |
| Fast charging | Yes |
| Fast charging time (50%) | 30 min |
Power
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 65 W |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
Security
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
|---|---|
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | BIOS,Power on,User |
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR,TCO |
|---|---|
| Sustainability compliance | Yes |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1,7 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 359,5 mm |
| Depth | 233,6 mm |
| Height | 19,2 mm |
Packaging content
| Keyboard included | Yes |
|---|
Other features
| Number of speakers | 2 |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
Is the HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 42B40PA good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA T500. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 42B40PA like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 250 nits 45% NTSC display.
Which processor and graphics card does the HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 42B40PA have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-1165G7 processor with the NVIDIA T500 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 42B40PA be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots.
Which operating system does the HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 42B40PA come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 42B40PA have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × Thunderbolt 4, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 42B40PA have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 42B40PA have a touch screen?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the screen is a touch screen.
How much does the HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 42B40PA weigh?
It weighs 1,7 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the HP ZBook Firefly 15 G8 42B40PA released?
Its release date is March 2021, 5 years ago.