HP ZBook Firefly G11 2024 laptops with Intel Core Ultra processors

HP recently updated the ZBook Firefly series, renaming it as the ZBook Firefly G11. In these professional laptops, you can now find Intel Meteor Lake and AMD Ryzen 8040HS processors, as well as NVIDIA RTX A500 pro GPU options, and 2.8K OLED displays.

The ZBook Firefly G11 is available in 14 and 16-inch sizes. Only the 16-inch model allows for the option of a 2.8K OLED display, while the 14-inch variant limits display choices to IPS with a maximum resolution of 2.5K and a refresh rate of 120Hz.

In contrast, the ZBook Firefly 14 G11 offers a more comprehensive range of processors, giving users the ability to configure the laptop with either an Intel Core Ultra 7 165H or an AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 8945HS, for instance. On the other hand, the ZBook Firefly 16 G11 offers Intel-only processor options, ranging from the Core Ultra 5 125U to the Core Ultra 7 165H.

HP ZBook Firefly 14 G11 price and release date

Both models offer optional NVIDIA RTX A500 pro processors and are now available for pre-order on Bhphotovideo.com, starting at $1,629.

Specifications

• Display: 14-inch 1920 x 1200 with 16:10, 300 nits, 45% NTSC, 60 Hz or 2560 x 1600 with 16:10, 500 nits, 100% DCI-P3, 120 Hz / 16-inch 2880 x 1800 OLED, 16:10, 400 nits, 100% DCI-P3, 48 Hz Touchscreen (optional)
• Operating System: Windows 11 Pro
• Processor: Intel Core Ultra 5 125H, 135H / Ultra 7 155U, 155H, 165U, 165H
• GPU: Intel Arc Graphics / Nvidia RTX A500
• Memory: Up to 64 GB
• Storage: Up to 1TB
• Ports: 2x USB-A 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4) / Supports Video Alt Mode, Display I/O, 1x HDMI 2.0b, 1x 1/8″ / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax); Tri-Band (2.4, 5, & 6 GHz) with MU-MIMO Support (2 x 2), Bluetooth 5.3, 4G LTE (optional)
• Audio: 2x Speakers, 2x Microphones
• Webcam: 5 MP
• Battery: 3-Cell: 56 Wh, 65 W with USB-C
• Keyboard & Mouse: Built-In Chiclet-Style Keyboard with Backlight, TouchPad
• Security: Dedicated Hardware TPM Security Chip, Facial Recognition, Fingerprint Reader, Smart Card Reader, Webcam Blocker
• Dimensions: 315.47 x 223.5 x 19.3 mm
• Weight: 1.42 kg

HP introduced the Fortis x360 G5 Chromebook, a robust notebook with a flexible display that can be adjusted in multiple ways. Furthermore, this Chromebook is not only IP51 and MIL-STD-810 certified, ensuring protection against moisture and minor falls, but it also boasts an 11.6-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 1,366 x 768 pixels. This display is thoughtfully shielded by Corning Gorilla Glass 3. For those interested, the pricing for the Fortis x360 G5 Chromebook starts at $369.