Choose Gram 15Z975 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz (vs Intel Core i7-8550U)
- Installed Memory at 16 GB (vs 8 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 512 GB (vs 256 GB)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Gram 15Z975 vs Pavilion 15-CK000nv
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Gram 15Z975 and Pavilion 15-CK000nv within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Gram 15Z975 | Pavilion 15-CK000nv |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | LG | HP |
| Product Family | Gram | HP Pavilion 15 |
| Model | Gram 15Z975 | Pavilion 15-CK000nv |
| Model Number | 15Z975-U.AP71U1 | 15-ck000nv |
| Part Number / SKU | 15Z975-U.AP71U1 | — |
| Launch Year | 2018 year | 2018 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Premium / Ultraportable | Premium / Ultraportable |
| Color | Dark Silver | — |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i7 | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz | Intel Core i7-8550U |
| Processor Generation | 8th Gen | 8th Gen (Kaby Lake R) |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | Kaby Lake R |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 8 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 1.8 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 8 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 15 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | — | 25 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | Intel Standard Manageability; Intel vPro not supported |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| GPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
| GPU Architecture | — | Intel Gen9.5 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| GPU TGP | — | 15 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1150 MHz | 1100 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | 4096 x 2304 @ 60 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 2400 MT/s | 2400 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM + Soldered | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 1 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Partially | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual | Dual-channel capable |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | SATA III | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | — | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | — | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | microSD | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | UHS-I |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | LED-backlit LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | — | 220 nits |
| sRGB Color Gamut | 100 % | — |
| Color Depth | — | 8-bit |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | — | Anti-glare |
| Viewing Angle | — | 178° degree |
| Flicker-Free | — | Yes |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | HD | HP Wide Vision HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| Fingerprint Reader | Yes | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Stereo 2-speaker | 2 speakers |
| Speaker Power | 1 x 2 W | — |
| Audio Technology | DTS Headphone:X | Bang & Olufsen; HP Audio Boost |
| Microphone Configuration | — | Dual-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | — | Full-size island-style keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Numeric Keypad | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | — | Multi-touch precision touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Intel dual-band wireless |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.1 | 4.2 |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Ethernet Speed | 10/100 via adapter | Not present |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 3.0 x 2, USB 2.0 x 1 | USB 3.x Type-A |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB Type-C x 1 | USB 3.x Type-C; DisplayPort Alt Mode where supported |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | — | HDMI 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Output | — | USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | — | 1 M.2 storage slot(s) |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 60.06 Wh | 41 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 4 cells | 3 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-ion polymer | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | 13.4 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | MobileMark 2014 | — |
| Power Adapter | — | 90 W |
| Power Connector | DC-In | Barrel power connector |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 358.14 mm | 361 mm |
| Depth | 228.6 mm | 244 mm |
| Thickness | 15.24 mm | 17.9 mm |
| Weight | 1.09 kg | 1.83 kg |
| Chassis Material | Metal alloy, Nano Carbon, Magnesium | Aluminum; plastic |
| Lid Material | — | Aluminum |
| Base Material | — | Plastic |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 135 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | MIL-STD-810G | Not claimed |
| IP Rating | — | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Firmware TPM (Intel PTT) | TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | Consumer BIOS/UEFI management |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | BIOS recovery supported |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | — | Not claimed |
| EPEAT | — | Not claimed |
| TCO Certified | — | Not claimed |
| RoHS Compliance | — | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | — | Not claimed |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5 to 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 10 to 90 (non-condensing) % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -20 to 60 °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Parts and labor | Limited hardware warranty; region dependent |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose Pavilion 15-CK000nv if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7-8550U (vs Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz)
- Installed Memory at 8 GB (vs 16 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 256 GB (vs 512 GB)
What is the difference between Gram 15Z975 and Pavilion 15-CK000nv?
Gram 15Z975 and Pavilion 15-CK000nv share specifications such as GPU Model (Intel UHD Graphics 620), Display Size (15.6 inch), Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Launch Year (2018 year).
The main differences: Processor Model (Gram 15Z975: Intel Core i7 8550U 1.8GHz, Pavilion 15-CK000nv: Intel Core i7-8550U); Installed Memory (Gram 15Z975: 16 GB, Pavilion 15-CK000nv: 8 GB); Storage Capacity (Gram 15Z975: 512 GB, Pavilion 15-CK000nv: 256 GB).
Gram 15Z975 may suit users who need its differing values, while Pavilion 15-CK000nv benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.