A gaming laptop is no longer a compromise, but a full-fledged alternative to the system unit. HP OMEN has everything you need: a productive filling, a fast display and a lot of nice peripheral solutions. We tell you what other good models of this series are.
Always at hand
The main advantage of a laptop is portability. It is problematic even to move a bulky system unit to the other side of the table, not to mention a bunch of wires tying it to the workplace. But a portable computer only needs an outlet, and then not all the time. You can move to the kitchen so that nightly gatherings in Call of Duty do not interfere with your family's sleep, you can even in the process of selecting players in the lobby. The monitor and keyboard will move along with the rest of the hardware - except that the mouse will have to be taken with you.
Modern laptops got rid of the reputation of "suitcases" a long time ago. HP OMEN 15 weighs only 2.33 kg, even its 17-inch version does not reach three kilograms. And this means that you can easily take a full-fledged gaming system with you to your country house or on a trip. The model will also look appropriate in the office: a strict design without flashy elements will allow it to disguise itself as a business-class device and not attract too much attention.
Powerful hardware and smart software
The times when video cards for laptops differed little from embedded solutions are long gone. Today, mobile graphics are practically the same as desktop ones, except that the power consumption limit is slightly lower. In the case of powerful gaming models, this difference will be noticeable only in a synthetic benchmark.Hitting the next AAA hit on a gaming laptop is as easy as it is on a stationary model. The Intel Core i7 and Core i9 series processors, coupled with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30-series graphics and 16 GB of DDR4 RAM, can easily pull even a Crysis remaster at high settings. If necessary, memory can be added up to 32 GB without opening the device and voiding the warranty.
A high-speed NVMe drive with a PCIe interface matches the main configuration. It provides a quick launch of the system and applications, and in games you don’t have to look at the boot screens for a long time. Like RAM modules, it can be easily replaced with a more capacious one by simply removing the special cover on the case.
As for the software, the proprietary OMEN Gaming Hub application optimizes various aspects of the system to improve performance. The traffic prioritization function reduces lag in online shooters and MMOs, the choice of performance mode allows you to balance between frame rate and heat, and a convenient system monitor displays key hardware parameters.
Gamers will also be pleased with the OMEN Oasis utility. It allows you to quickly organize a stream for friends with social network chat elements. Access to the broadcast is possible only by invitation, and in total, up to 15 people will fit in the game room. In this case, the broadcast will be conducted with low latency. In addition to chat, the application provides controls for the camera, speaker, headphones, and microphone.Efficient cooling
There are a lot of gaming laptops with a productive filling on the market. But their owners often face the problem of throttling when the processor and video card overheat under load. It also happens that the temperature is kept within normal limits, but at the same time the hum of the fans interrupts the sounds of the game. When developing the HP OMEN series, the company took into account both of these nuances.
The proprietary OMEN Tempest cooling system is well balanced. It combines classic heat pipes, two fans and a special case design. Cold air enters through a large grill on the bottom of the laptop, while hot air is dispersed to the sides without mixing with the incoming flow. Such a scheme makes it possible to achieve high efficiency of heat dissipation without the need to spin the cooler up to cosmic speeds. In other words, the laptop remains moderately cool and quiet even when playing at maximum graphics settings.
eSports display and cool sound
Regulars of online sessions prefer displays with a high refresh rate. Fast matrices do not provide cheating functions, but they make the picture smoother and tracking more accurate. The owner of a gaming monitor often has an advantage over the owner of an office model, because online the outcome of a match is sometimes decided in a split second.HP OMEN series notebooks come with 4K or 1080p panels in a variety of styles. The former are better suited for working with multimedia content. But in Full HD performance, the displays are accelerated to eSports values: 240 Hz for the 15-inch model, and 144 Hz for the 17-inch version.
In combination with powerful hardware, laptops will provide optimal gameplay when running any popular online shooter. An overclocked screen is also suitable for work, because high hertz reduces eye strain. A nice bonus of displays is thin frames that do not distract from viewing content during the game.
The built-in acoustics, represented by two specially tuned Bang & Olufsen speakers, did not let us down either. A dedicated amplifier optimizes the volume and quality of the audio track, and support for DTS:X Ultra technology adds volume to the sound when watching movies and playing games. Due to the location in the lower part of the cabinet, the table is used as a resonator, complementing the sound of special effects.
Customization is also in order. Four-zone key illumination. You can choose from branded red or manual RGB settings. For example, you can highlight the WASD block to better navigate during night battles. Working with text is also comfortable. Clicks are well felt, and a large touchpad with excellent sensitivity and almost no false positives will allow you to do without a mouse in many scenarios.
If your hands are accustomed to discrete accessories, you can upgrade your laptop using branded peripherals. For example, the OMEN Sequencer keyboard is equipped with optical-mechanical switches, a dedicated row of keys for macros and multimedia elements. It instantly responds to pressing and allows you to adjust the backlight to your taste.
Decent keyboard
Regardless of the screen size, laptops are equipped with a full-size keyboard that is not inferior in ergonomics to traditional models. The buttons have a short travel (1.5 mm), so the response to input is instantaneous. At the same time, up to 26 switches can be pressed at the same time - everything will be registered without errors. Such a decision will especially please fans of MMOs, where you often have to imitate a pianist.
The OMEN Reactor features a height-adjustable palm rest, a high-precision optical sensor with up to 16,000 dpi resolution, and a durable, kink-free cable. And the OMEN Mindframe Headset with 7.1-channel virtual sound, comfortable self-adjusting headband and thermoelectric cooling system will allow you to stick to the monitor for hours without discomfort.
C with Thunderbolt interface and support for DisplayPort 1.4. In addition, you can connect to a large display via classic mini DisplayPort or HDMI 2.1. A headphone jack and an SD card reader are also available.
They also brought in a gigabit LAN port for accessing the network via cable - however, with a good router in an apartment or office, it is unlikely to be needed. The built-in Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 module allows you to hack online without lags and speed drops. There is also a Bluetooth 5.0 module to connect a headset, mouse or gamepad wirelessly.
Leaving the laptop at the outlet at night to "rock" the battery is also not necessary. The 200-watt power supply with a smart controller supports fast charging. In just 45 minutes, the capacity will recover from zero to 50%, and it will gain a hundred in about two hours.
Interfaces for all occasions
The problem with many modern laptops is a modest set of ports. With game models, things are better - when they are developed, they do not save on peripheral connectors. The HP OMEN 15/17 has three USB Type-A connectors and a high-speed USB Type-AC with Thunderbolt interface and support for DisplayPort 1.4. In addition, you can connect to a large display via classic mini DisplayPort or HDMI 2.1. A headphone jack and an SD card reader are also available.
They also brought in a gigabit LAN port for accessing the network via cable - however, with a good router in an apartment or office, it is unlikely to be needed. The built-in Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 module allows you to hack online without lags and speed drops. There is also a Bluetooth 5.0 module to connect a headset, mouse or gamepad wirelessly.Good autonomy
Not every laptop can boast of a decent operating time without recharging. The HP OMEN battery with a capacity of 70.9 Wh will provide 6 hours of autonomy in office mode, and when watching a video it will last up to 8.5 hours. When you start games, when a discrete graphics card is connected to the case, battery reserves are consumed much faster. But even this is enough to go between rooms, run off a couple of skating rinks in Apex Legends, and only then remember about the power supply.Leaving the laptop at the outlet at night to "rock" the battery is also not necessary. The 200-watt power supply with a smart controller supports fast charging. In just 45 minutes, the capacity will recover from zero to 50%, and it will gain a hundred in about two hours.
HP OMEN laptops are compact and powerful gaming solutions that can easily replace desktop builds. They allow you to play without being tied to one place, support the upgrade of RAM and storage, and in addition are equipped with all the necessary interfaces. It will not be difficult to connect peripherals like a branded monitor, headset, mechanical keyboard or gaming mouse. Given current trends, buying a gaming laptop is also a good opportunity to save on hardware: in many cases, a ready-made solution will cost less than assembling a system unit from separate components.