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HP ZBook 17 G5 Series

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The HP ZBook 17 G5, launched in 2018, is HP's flagship 17.3-inch professional mobile workstation — a desktop-replacement build engineered for CAD, 3D rendering, and VR development, not a consumer gaming laptop. The G5 marked a major step up from the G4: it moved to 8th-generation 6-core Intel Coffee Lake processors (including Core i9 and Xeon E-series), Pascal-based NVIDIA Quadro graphics, and HP's most expandable chassis to date, supporting up to five drives and 128GB of memory. Because this was a build-to-order machine with tens of millions of possible configurations, your exact combination of core parts dictates its final resale price. Select your components using our tool above to view an instant cash offer for your exact device.

Core hardware configurations

Processor (CPU)

  • Intel Core i5-8300H / i5-8400H — 4 cores, 8 threads, up to 4.0–4.2 GHz, 8MB cache
  • Intel Core i7-8750H / i7-8850H — 6 cores, 12 threads, up to 4.1–4.3 GHz, 9MB cache
  • Intel Core i9-8950HK — 6 cores, 12 threads, up to 4.8 GHz, 12MB cache
  • Intel Xeon E-2176M / E-2186M — 6 cores, 12 threads, up to 4.4–4.8 GHz, 12MB cache
  • All are 8th-gen (Coffee Lake) parts; Xeon and select Core models support vPro, and Xeon supports ECC memory

Graphics (GPU)

  • NVIDIA Quadro P1000 — 4GB GDDR5
  • NVIDIA Quadro P2000 — 4GB GDDR5
  • NVIDIA Quadro P3200 — 6GB GDDR5
  • NVIDIA Quadro P4200 — 8GB GDDR5
  • NVIDIA Quadro P5200 — 16GB GDDR5 (VR-ready)
  • AMD Radeon Pro WX 4170 — 4GB GDDR5
  • ISV-certified Pascal workstation graphics with NVIDIA Optimus hybrid switching (Intel UHD 630 / P630 integrated)

Memory (RAM)

  • DDR4-2667 dual-channel architecture (runs at up to 2400 MT/s in 4-DIMM configs)
  • Factory options in 8GB, 16GB, 32GB, and higher; ECC available with Xeon processors, non-ECC with Core processors
  • Four SO-DIMM slots, user-upgradable to a maximum of 128GB (non-ECC) or 64GB (ECC)

Storage

  • PCIe NVMe M.2 SSDs up to 2TB each, plus M.2 SATA and 2.5-inch SATA HDD/SSD/SSHD options
  • Self-Encrypting (SED) and FIPS 140-2 drive options available; RAID 0/1 support
  • Up to five drives total (three M.2 slots + drive bays) for as much as 10TB combined capacity

Display & audio

Display

17.3-inch diagonal panels in several factory options: HD SVA (1600 × 900) at 220 nits, FHD IPS (1920 × 1080) at 300 nits with ambient light sensor, 4K UHD IPS touch (3840 × 2160) at 400 nits with Corning Gorilla Glass 4, or the premium HP DreamColor 4K UHD IPS panel (3840 × 2160) at 400 nits with 100% Adobe RGB, 10-bit color, and an integrated color calibration sensor.

Audio

HP-tuned Bang & Olufsen dual stereo speakers with HP Clear Sound Amp, plus a world-facing dual-array digital microphone with HP Noise Reduction software support.

Ports & connectivity

The G5 modernized its connectivity over the G4 — the legacy VGA port was dropped in favor of Mini DisplayPort 1.3 and HDMI 2.0, anchored by dual Thunderbolt 3 connectors for docking and multi-display setups.

Left Side
  • 2× USB 3.0 (Type-A)
  • 1× USB 3.0 charging port
  • 1× RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet (Intel I219-LM)
  • 1× UHS-II SD media card reader
  • 1× Smart Card reader
Right Side
  • 2× Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C, supporting DisplayPort 1.3, USB 3.1, and PCIe Gen 3)
  • 1× HDMI 2.0
  • 1× Mini DisplayPort 1.3
  • 1× 3.5mm headphone/microphone combo jack
  • 1× Power connector (DC-in)

Intel Wireless-AC 9560 (Wi-Fi 5) Bluetooth 5.0 Optional WWAN / 4G LTE Optional NFC

Battery, build & more

Battery & charging

Single HP Long Life 6-cell 96 Wh lithium-ion polymer battery paired with a 200W Slim Smart external AC adapter sized for the discrete Quadro graphics.

Camera & mic

Optional HP Privacy HD 720p webcam, with an IR variant supporting Windows Hello facial authentication (IR camera not available on touchscreen models).

Keyboard & input

Full-size HP Collaboration spill-resistant DuraKeys backlit keyboard with numeric keypad, plus a dual pointing system: a glass image-sensor clickpad and a pointstick, each with three buttons.

Security & durability

MIL-STD-810G tested chassis with TPM 2.0, HP Sure Start Gen4 BIOS protection, optional HP Sure View privacy screen, fingerprint reader, smart card reader, and self-encrypting drive options.

Weight

Starts at ≈ 3.2 kg (7.05 lb); actual weight varies with panel, drive count, and graphics configuration.

Dimensions

≈ 416 × 288 × 33 mm (16.38" × 11.34" × 1.30").

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I confirm my laptop is the ZBook 17 G5 and not the G4 or G6?
The ZBook 17 generations look very similar, so the generation matters for an accurate quote. The G5 is identified by its 8th-generation Intel processors (Core i5/i7/i9-8xxx or Xeon E-2176M/E-2186M) and Pascal Quadro P-series graphics (P1000 through P5200). A quick visual tell versus the G4: the G5 dropped the VGA port and uses Mini DisplayPort 1.3 plus HDMI 2.0 instead. Check the regulatory label on the bottom cover or open System Information in Windows to read the exact model and processor. Our guide to finding your laptop's model number walks through reading your full specs from the HP serial and Service Tag.
02 Is the ZBook 17 G5 a gaming laptop?
No — it is a professional mobile workstation. Its graphics are NVIDIA Quadro or AMD Radeon Pro cards, which are ISV-certified for CAD, 3D rendering, and engineering software rather than tuned for gaming framerates like GeForce RTX or GTX cards. This matters for resale: buyers value the ZBook for its workstation GPU, ECC memory support, DreamColor display option, and five-drive storage expandability, not as a gaming machine. Make sure you select the correct Quadro or Radeon Pro tier above.
03 Should I pull my SSD out or wipe it before boxing?
We encourage saving your local files to an external drive or cloud storage and logging fully out of your Windows and HP accounts before packaging. Because the ZBook 17 G5 can hold up to five drives, double-check every M.2 slot and bay so nothing is left behind. You do not need to remove the drives yourself — our technical team runs certified, multi-pass data sanitation on all incoming storage. Review our detailed data erasure protocols for the full process.
04 Which configurations raise my ZBook 17 G5 trade-in value the most?
The discrete graphics card is the single largest value driver. Configurations with the Quadro P4200 (8GB) or the VR-ready P5200 (16GB) command a substantially higher payout than entry tiers like the Quadro P1000 or P2000. A Core i9 or Xeon processor, a large RAM kit toward the 128GB ceiling, NVMe SSD storage, and the DreamColor 4K UHD display all further raise your final offer. Selecting these accurately above ensures the quote reflects your exact build.
05 What is the turnaround process for my cash payout?
Once your ZBook arrives at our diagnostics lab and our intake team completes functional component testing, payment is approved within two working days. Payout channels include fast electronic options such as PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or CashApp, alongside traditional mailed checks. Your inbound shipping label is completely free and fully insured from start to finish.