HP OMEN 17 (17-db0000) review – Great Balance between Comfort and Power
The HP OMEN 17 (17-db0000) is a big 17.3″ machine that packs powerful hardware. This includes AMD Zen 4 Hawk Point-HS CPUs and NVIDIA Ada Lovelace GPUs with hefty power limits. We have no complaints regarding the upgradability. The port selection is also rich but its only con is the lack of Thunderbolt 4 connectors. The cool the thirsty hardware, HP has fitted a huge cooling under the bonnet. The manufacturer claims that the pair of large fans are 2.5 times slimmer and sport twice the blades compared to the older fan design. We can hint that the thermal system is good and we are impressed that the noise during gaming isn’t high at all (for such a notebook).
You can choose from two 16:9 IPS displays. The base one is a 1080p unit with a 144Hz refresh rate and the optional model is a 1440p 240Hz screen. Our laptop is equipped with the default panel. Well, its PPI isn’t high but the unit is surprisingly color-accurate.
We are happy to see a full-sized keyboard with a NumPad and a dual speaker setup tuned by HyperX. You’ll also find iGPU and dGPU-only modes in the Omen Gaming Hub app.
You can check the prices and configurations in our Specs System: https://laptopmedia.com/series/hp-omen-17-17z-db0000/
Contents
Specs, Drivers, What’s in the box
HP OMEN 17 (17z-db0000) - Specs
- HDD/SSD
- up to 8000GB SSD
- M.2 Slot
- 2x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo
- RAM
- up to 64GB
- OS
- Windows 11 Home, Windows 10 Home, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 10 Pro, No OS, DOS, Windows 11, Chrome OS
- Battery
- 83Wh
- Body material
- Plastic / Polycarbonate, Aluminum
- Dimensions
- 397.51 x 277.87 x 27.5 mm (15.65" x 10.94" x 1.08")
- Weight
- 2.95 kg (6.5 lbs)
- Ports and connectivity
- 1x USB Type-A
- 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), Sleep and Charge
- 2x USB Type-A
- 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)
- 1x USB Type-C
- 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort, Sleep and Charge
- HDMI
- 2.1
- Card reader
- Ethernet LAN
- 10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 6E
- Bluetooth
- 5.3
- Audio jack
- 3.5mm Combo Jack
- Features
- Fingerprint reader
- Web camera
- FHD with Temporal Noise Reduction
- Backlit keyboard
- Microphone
- Dual Array Digital Microphone
- Speakers
- Dual Speakers, HP Audio Boost, DTS:X Ultra, HyperX
- Optical drive
- Security Lock slot
All HP OMEN 17 (17z-db0000) configurations
Drivers
All drivers and utilities for this notebook can be found here: https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/omen-17.3-inch-gaming-laptop-pc-17-db0000/2102136812
What’s in the box?
The box is sturdy. It contains a bunch of manuals and a 230W barrel plug charger.
Design and construction
The HP OMEN 17 (17-db0000) seems similar to its other siblings from the same lineup. The dark-colored chassis looks unintrusive and clean at the same time. You can use the laptop in school and the office without drawing too much attention to you. The machine has a big battery and a potent cooling. That’s why the dimensions are hefty. The starting weight is 2.95 kilos and the profile is 27.5 mm.
You can open the lid with one hand. The heavy unit isn’t too bendy but the hinges feel a bit stiffer than usual. The matte surface in Shadow black finish is nicely smooth to the touch but it’s also a fingerprint magnet.
The bezels that surround the IPS screen are thin except for the bottom one that houses the OMEN logo.
The dual mic 1080p Web camera with temporal noise reduction is normally placed above the panel. Privacy shutter is also onboard.
A look at the base and we can spot a large ventilation grill on top of the 1-zone RGB backlit keyboard with a NumberPad section and hotkeys for MS Copilot and Omen Gaming Hub app. The board is comfortable for both typing and gaming thanks to the long key travel and the nice feedback. Unfortunately, the large Arrows of the other OMEN series are gone and here you get half-sized caps which are hard to press.
The touchpad size is normal. The pad is averagely smooth but the accuracy is definitely good. Unfortunately, the top cover is slightly wobbly on tap.
You can tune the lighting thanks to the dedicated HP app.
The bottom side isn’t too different compared to other modern OMEN devices. The huge ventilation grille reveals the pair of fans underneath. There are two rubber feet on the front and on the rear of the plate. The speaker cutouts are sidely placed. The hot air is being exhausted via three vents – two on the back and one on the left.
Ports
On the left side, you get a LAN and an Audio combo jack. The majority of the connectors are on the back – a Power plug, two 10 Gbps USB Type-A 3.2 (Gen. 2) ports, a 10 Gbps USB Type-C 3.2 (Gen. 2) port that supports Power Delivery, DisplayPort 1.4a, and HP Sleep and Charge functionality, and an HDMI 2.1. The right side houses just one 5 Gbps USB Type-A 3.2 (Gen. 1) port with HP Sleep and Charge.
Display, Get our Profiles
| HP OMEN 17 Gaming | CMN1779 |
| Diagonal | 17.3 inches (43.9 cm) |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Max Refresh Rate | 144 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Pixel Density | 127 PPI |
| ‘Retina’ Distance | Greater than or equal to 68 cm |
Viewing Angles
Viewing angles are good. We take photos from different angles to evaluate the quality.
Also, a video with locked focus and exposure.
Color Coverage
The whole “sail-shaped” map below (Fig. 1) consists of all the colors we can see, while the black crooked line shows all the colors from real-world scenes and nature around us.
Then, we’ve drawn some of the most important and interesting color spaces, compared to the colors the panel of HP OMEN 17 can show:
Standard/For Web: sRGB – widely used color space for most consumer devices, ideal for Web design and development
For Print: AdobeRGB – used in professional photo editing, graphic design, and print
For Photographers/Video Editors: DCI-P3 – used in high-end film production, post-production, and digital cinema
Premium HDR: Rec.2020 – the widest consumer ITU color standard, covering a massive 75.8% of the visible spectrum, a benchmark for premium HDR content
HP OMEN 17: the yellow dashed triangle (– – – – – –) represents the range of colors this monitor can display.
In our tests, we calculated the total color coverage of the monitor at 93% of the sRGB color gamut and 74% of the DCI-P3 color gamut.
(Fig.1) HP OMEN 17 covers 93% of the sRGB gamut
Brightness and Contrast
The maximum brightness in SDR mode is 274 cd/m² in the center of the screen and 263 cd/m² averaged across the surface with a maximum deviation of 8%.
The Correlated Color Temperature (CCT) on a white screen at maximum brightness is 6880K.
The contrast ratio is 1270:1.
Uniformity: Luminance, Contrast, and Color Deviation
The figure below shows the results from our uniformity test across different sections of the screen. It’s measured at 182 nits (Windows slider = 74%) — a brightness level we consider typical for standard working conditions.
DeltaE values below 4.0 are acceptable for regular users. For those working with colors, screens with DeltaE values no higher than 2.0 are recommended.
Color Accuracy
Let’s check the difference between real colors and those you’ll see on the HP OMEN 17. We measure that distance in DeltaE – the higher the number, the more different they look.
Values below 4.0 are acceptable for regular users, while values below 2.0 are suitable for color-sensitive work. A value below 1.0 means the difference is indistinguishable to the naked eye.
For the next graph, we’ve selected 24 common colors, including dark/light skin, blue sky, green grass, etc.
Before our calibration of the HP OMEN 17, the Average color accuracy was 3.4 dE (Fig. 2), and with our Design and Office profile, it lowered to 1.2 dE (Fig. 3).
(Fig. 2) HP OMEN 17 in its factory condition
(Fig. 3) HP OMEN 17 with our display profile
Comparison in the sRGB color space.
Here’s an illustration of what the Design and Office profile aims to deliver:
Left: No Profile | Drag the slider to see the difference | Right: Design & Gaming Profile
Visibility in dark scenes
Have you ever watched a movie with dark scenes where you could barely see anything? This often happens because many display panels struggle to differentiate the darkest nuances, making them appear the same.
The next figure illustrates how well the display reproduces these dark nuances. The left side of the image shows the display with stock settings, and the right side shows it with our Gaming and movies profile activated.
On the horizontal axis are the grayscale levels, and on the vertical axis – the corresponding display brightness.
You can also check how your display handles the darkest nuances but keep in mind that this also depends on the settings of your current display and the surrounding light conditions.
Response time (Gaming capabilities)
We test the reaction time of the pixels with the usual “black-to-white” and “white-to-black” method from 10% to 90% and vice versa.
We recorded Fall Time + Rise Time = 8.1 ms. Short pixel response time is a prerequisite for a smooth picture in dynamic scenes.
After that, we test the reaction time of the pixels with the usual “Gray-to-Gray” method from 50% White to 80% White and vice versa between 10% and 90% of the amplitude.
Health Impact: PWM (Screen flickering)
Some use PWM to regulate their brightness, which means that instead of reducing the light intensity, they pulse or flicker. Our brain merges the image, so it appears darker, but this strains both it and our vision, especially when the frequency of the pulses is low. You can read more about that in our dedicated article on PWM.
In the graph below, you see the intensity of light at different brightness levels—on the vertical axis is the brightness of the emitted light, and on the horizontal axis—time.
The light from the backlight of the HP OMEN 17 display is not pulse-width modulated, providing visual comfort in the discussed aspect.
Health Impact: Blue light emissions
Installing our Health-Guard profile not only eliminates harmful PWM when the laptop uses it to control brightness but also reduces harmful Blue Light emissions while keeping the colors of the screen perceptually accurate.
If you’re not familiar with the Blue light, the TL;DR version is – emissions that negatively affect your eyes, skin, and your whole body. You can find more information about that in our dedicated article on Blue Light.
Health Impact: Screen Reflectance
Glossy-coated displays can cause eye fatigue in high ambient light conditions due to reflections. We measure the level of screen reflection with the display turned off, at a 60° angle.
The reflectance of the HP OMEN 17’s screen is 51.9 GU.
High Gloss: >70 GU
Medium Gloss: 30 – 70 GU
Low Gloss: <30 GU
Get our profiles
Since our profiles are tailored for each individual display model, this article and its respective profile package are meant for HP OMEN 17 configurations with CMN1779, 1920 x 1080, IPS panel.
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Read more about the profiles HERE.
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Design and Office
The Design and Office profile makes display colors as close to real as possible.Ideal not only for professionals but also for everyday users, it meets sRGB standards (D65 white point, sRGB gamma) with minimal DeltaE for precise color reproduction on your panel.
Gaming and Movies
Have you ever watched a movie where, during dark scenes, you can barely see anything? Many displays fail to distinguish dark tones properly. Our Gaming and Movies profile enhances low-light performance, like HDR tech, using a gamma curve tailored to human perception — ideal for gamers seeking faster reactions and clearer visuals.
Health-Guard
Our Health-Guard profile protects your eyes by eliminating PWM flickering, reducing strain and fatigue, and minimizing harmful Blue light exposure that can disrupt sleep and health. It uses software dimming and a gamma curve tailored to human perception for comfort and safety during screen use.
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Sound
Subjectively, the sound quality of the HP OMEN 17 is good. The low, mid, and high frequencies are clear.
Performance: CPU, GPU, Storage
All benchmarks and tests were conducted with the “Performance” profile activated in the OMEN Gaming Hub. Also, the “Fan always on” function is turned on in the BIOS. The “Best performance” preset is applied in the Windows “Power & Battery” menu.
The “Discrete” mode for the GPU is also selected.
CPU options
This machine is offered with AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS, Ryzen 7 8845HS, and Ryzen 9 8945HS.
Our device has a Ryzen 7 chip.
Results are from the Cinebench R23 CPU test (the higher the score, the better)
Single-core performance ensures smooth operation and responsiveness in operating systems, providing a better user experience.
Results are from the Geekbench 6 Single-Core test (higher is better)
Multi-core performance is essential for handling complex and demanding tasks, such as Video editing, CAD, and Scientific simulations.
Results are from the Geekbench 6 Multi-Core test (higher is better)
GPU options
This laptop can be found with GeForce RTX 4050, GeForce RTX 4060, or RTX 4070.
The notebook that we bought boasts an RTX 4070.
The results are from 3DMark Time Spy (Graphics). Higher is better.
The results are from 3DMark Wild Life Extreme Unlimited. Higher is better.
HP OMEN 17 (17z-db0000) GPU variants
Here you can see an approximate comparison between the GPUs that can be found in the HP OMEN 17 (17z-db0000) models on the market. This way you can decide for yourself which HP OMEN 17 (17z-db0000) model is the best bang for your buck.
Note: The chart shows the cheapest different GPU configurations so you should check what the other specifications of these laptops are by clicking on the laptop’s name / GPU.
The results are from 3DMark Time Spy (Graphics). Higher is better.
Results are from the 3DMark: Fire Strike (Graphics) benchmark (higher the score, the better)
Results are from the 3DMark: Wild Life (Graphics) benchmark (higher the score, the better)
Results are from the Unigine Superposition benchmark (higher the score, the better)
Gaming tests
| Metro Exodus | Full HD, Low (Check settings) | Full HD, High (Check settings) | Full HD, Extreme (Check settings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average FPS | 181 fps | 103 fps | 50 fps |
| Far Cry 6 | Full HD, Low (Check settings) | Full HD, High (Check settings) | Full HD, Ultra (Check settings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average FPS | 146 fps | 116 fps | 111 fps |
| Borderlands 3 | Full HD, V.Low (Check settings) | Full HD, Medium (Check settings) | Full HD, High (Check settings) | Full HD, Badass (Check settings) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average FPS | 160 fps | 142 fps | 124 fps | 105 fps |
| Gears 5 | Full HD, Low (Check settings) | Full HD, Medium (Check settings) | Full HD, High (Check settings) | Full HD, Ultra (Check settings) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average FPS | 244 fps | 183 fps | 169 fps | 145 fps |
Storage performance
Our laptop is equipped with a 1TB SK Hynix PC801 HFS001TEJ9X101N. This is an impressively fast Gen 4 NVMe that also gets hot during benchmarking.
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In this test we use 100% on the CPU cores, monitoring their frequencies and chip temperature. The first column shows a computer’s reaction to a short load (2-10 seconds), the second column simulates a serious task (between 15 and 30 seconds), and the third column is a good indicator of how good the laptop is for long loads such as video rendering.
Average core frequency; CPU temp.; Package Power
| AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS (45W TDP) | 0:02 – 0:10 sec | 0:15 – 0:30 sec | 10:00 – 15:00 min |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP OMEN 17 (17-db0000) | 4.07 GHz @ 53°C @ 65W | 4.06 GHz @ 58°C @ 65W | 4.24 GHz @ 70°C @ 65W |
| Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5 14″ Gen 9 (14AHP9) | 4.17 GHz @ 70°C @ 65W | 4.00 GHz @ 85°C @ 60W | 4.00 GHz @ 89°C @ 56W |
| Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 (16″ AMD) | 4.03 GHz @ 76°C @ 57W | 3.74 GHz @ 82°C @ 47W | 3.40 GHz @ 85°C @ 39W |
| Acer Nitro 16 (AN16-42) | 4.97 GHz @ 52°C @ 74W | 4.96 GHz @ 58°C @ 73W | 4.89 GHz @ 65°C @ 74W |
| Acer Nitro 14 (AN14-41) | 4.84 GHz @ 88°C @ 98W | 4.74 GHz @ 91°C @ 90W | 4.67 GHz @ 98°C @ 89W |
| Acer Nitro V 16 (ANV16-41) | 4.78 GHz @ 70°C @ 64W | 4.64 GHz @ 67°C @ 54W | 4.51 GHz @ 74°C @ 54W |
| Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (16″, Gen 9) | 4.78 GHz @ 92°C @ 123W | 4.73 GHz @ 100°C @ 119W | 4.59 GHz @ 100°C @ 88W |
The Ryzen 7 8845HS maintains low temperatures and ~ 4.06 GHz in both short and medium loads. The clock in long stress is even increased to 4.24 GHz. Still, the majority of the devices that we have tested with the same chip sustain higher frequencies. However, the OMEN 17 fans are the quietest of the bunch and the CPU is better cooled compared to the other contenders.
Real-life gaming
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 | GPU frequency/ Core temp (after 2 min) | GPU frequency/ Core temp (after 30 min) |
|---|---|---|
| HP OMEN 17 (17-db0000) | 2426 MHz @ 71°C @ 119W | 2408 MHz @ 73°C @ 120W |
| Acer Nitro 17 (AN17-42) | 2625 MHz @ 70°C @ 126W | 2625 MHz @ 72°C @ 126W |
| ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814 “Turbo” preset | 2550 MHz @ 74°C @ 132W | 2550 MHz @ 75°C @ 132W |
| ASUS ROG Strix G18 G814 “Performance” preset | 2384 MHz @ 73°C @ 119W | 2377 MHz @ 75°C @ 119W |
| ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 GA605 | 2277 MHz @ 79°C @ 105W | 2258 MHz @ 82°C @ 105W |
| ASUS ProArt P16 (H7606) | 2284 MHz @ 74°C @ 105W | 2270 MHz @ 76°C @ 105W |
| HP OMEN Transcend 16 (16-u0000) | 2490 MHz @ 83°C @ 130W | 2280 MHz @ 83°C @ 109W |
| Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 (PHN14-51) | 2595 MHz @ 79°C @ 124W | 2514 MHz @ 84°C @ 124W |
| Acer Predator Triton Neo 16 (PTN16-51) | 2383 MHz @ 73°C @ 110W | 2363 MHz @ 78°C @ 110W |
| Acer Nitro 16 (AN16-42) | 2640 MHz @ 70°C @ 125W | 2640 MHz @ 72°C @ 125W |
| Alienware m16 R2 | 2440 MHz @ 78°C @ 120W | 2427 MHz @ 84°C @ 119W |
| MSI Stealth 14 AI Studio A1V | 2048 MHz @ 78°C @ 90W | 1981 MHz @ 85°C @ 89W |
| Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16-72) | 2535 MHz @ 80°C @ 139W | 2503 MHz @ 86°C @ 139W |
| MSI Sword 16 HX B14V | 2373 MHz @ 73°C @ 115W | 2372 MHz @ 73°C @ 115W |
| MSI Sword 17 HX B14V | 2395 MHz @ 73°C @ 114W | 2388 MHz @ 75°C @ 114W |
| Alienware m18 R2 | 2550 MHz @ 68°C @ 132W | 2550 MHz @ 72°C @ 133W |
| Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (16″, Gen 9) | 2580 MHz @ 81°C @ 130W | 2580 MHz @ 86°C @ 132W |
| Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 (PHN18-71) | 2610 MHz @ 77°C @ 131W | 2610 MHz @ 82°C @ 134W |
| Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (16″, Gen 9) | 2535 MHz @ 74°C @ 129W | 2535 MHz @ 75°C @ 130W |
| Acer Nitro 17 (AN17-41) “Turbo” preset | 2535 MHz @ 66°C @ 121W | 2535 MHz @ 67°C @ 122W |
| Acer Nitro 17 (AN17-41) “Performance” preset | 2475 MHz @ 72°C @ 123W | 2475 MHz @ 73°C @ 123W |
The core clock of the RTX 4070 during gaming is a bit above 2400 MHz. It’s not that high but it’s enough for good performance.
Gaming comfort
The OMEN Gaming Hub offers a lot of functionality. This includes three performance presets and GPU modes as well as a custom fan curve. The fans don’t spin when the system is in an idle state or during light loads (when the “Eco” or the “Balanced” mode is selected). You can manually ramp the rotation speed to 4500 RPM which isn’t that loud.
When the 8-core CPU is pushed to its limits, the fans are audible but not noisy at all (3100 RPM).
You get a 120W GPU TGP when the “Performance” preset is applied. Interestingly, the situation remains unchanged when the “Smart Performance Gain” function (up to +20W) is turned on. Perhaps this feature could be useful for the devices with a 1440p screen or when overclocking the graphics card. If you choose the “Balanced” preset, you can expect slightly less noise and a 90W power limit for the video card. Overall, the “Performance” preset is the logical choice for heavy tasks.
Gaming “Performance”
Gaming “Performance” + “Smart Gain”
Gaming “Balanced”Battery
Now, we conduct the battery tests with the Windows Best Power Efficiency setting turned on, screen brightness adjusted to 180 nits and all other programs turned off except for the one we are testing the notebook with. This laptop’s 83Wh battery pack lasts for around 9 hours and 20 minutes of video playback. Оur test was conducted with the “Battery Saver” preset activated in the Windows “Power & Battery” menu and the “Balanced” mode applied in the OMEN Gaming Hub app.
The “Hybrid” mode is also selected to use the iGPU during light loads.
Brightness: 180 nits; Display Mode: SDR
Time to Full Discharge: Higher is Better
Disassembly, Upgrade options, and Maintenance
To open this big gaming laptop, you have to undo just 8 Phillips-head screws. The ones on the bottom aren’t captive while the others are. You can start prying the panel from the zone below the LAN. Pry the side, the front, and the other side. Now, you can pop the rear.
The inside of the bottom plate houses many plastic and rubber elements for better internal structural support.
This notebook has an 83Wh battery. To remove it, pull the connector towards the unit and undo the 6 Phillips-head screws that fix the battery to the base. The capacity is enough for around 9 hours and 20 minutes of video playback.
The memory section is covered with a plastic film and you can peel it.
According to HP, the two SODIMMs fit up to 32GB of DDR5-5600 MHz RAM in dual-channel mode. However, since the CPU can support up to 256GB, this laptop likely wouldn’t have issues running a larger amount of memory than the official manufacturer’s specified limit.
For storage upgrades, you get a pair of M.2 slots compatible with 2280 Gen 4 SSDs. Both have a metal shield on top which is secured to the chassis by a single screw. We can spot a thermal pad on the bottom of each bracket.
The Wi-Fi 6 card is placed below the left fan.
The cooling is massive. It comprises two large fans, three long heat pipes shared between the CPU and the GPU, and a fourth dedicated to the graphics card. The thermal system is also complemented by three heat sinks and a pair of sizable cooling plates.
Verdict
We like the HP OMEN 17 (17-db0000). It’s a big stealthy-looking gaming machine with capable cooling and enough performance for playing games with bumped visuals. While having fun with your favorite titles, you’ll notice that the fans aren’t aggressively tuned which isn’t the case with many other contenders of the OMEN 17. Also, the GPU and especially the CPU thermals during max loads are always under control. In this case, the keyboard becomes just a bit warm, not hot. Overall, that’s one of the few gaming devices on the market that offers good comfort without compromising performance.
While the 1080p 144Hz screen (CMN1779) may not sound impressive on paper it has a lot of tricks up in its sleeve. This PWM-free panel is suitable for content creation since it has a 93% sRGB coverage and the color accuracy reaches an average dE result of just 1.2 with the aid of our “Design and Office” profile which is a great score! Still, the PPI of the screen is low, as well as the max brightness. Perhaps the optional 1440p unit is a better choice but we can’t confirm that at the moment.
HP OMEN 17 caught our attention with its nice comfort, good input devices, four USB ports, long battery life, and powerful well-cooled hardware.
You can check the prices and configurations in our Specs System: https://laptopmedia.com/series/hp-omen-17-17z-db0000/
Pros
- Solid build
- Stealthy design
- Wide viewing angles (CMN1779)
- PWM-free (CMN1779)
- 93% sRGB coverage + accurate colors with our “Design and Office” profile
- Short pixel response time of 8 ms
- 2x SODIMMs + 2x M.2 slots
- Dedicated metal plate with a cooling pad for each SSD
- Comfortable input devices
- 4x USB ports
- Good battery life given the powerful hardware (9+ hours of videos)
- The Omen Gaming Hub app is full of useful extras
- dGPU-only mode + iGPU-only mode
- 1080p Web camera with a privacy shutter
- Quality speakers tuned by HyperX
- The Ryzen 7 8845HS maintains a 4.24 GHz clock and, 65W power limit + 70°C CPU temperature during long stress
- Almost quiet fans during gaming in “Performance” mode
- Good “Balanced” mode with less aggressive fans and a 90W GPU TGP
- The fans don’t spin in idle when the “Eco” or the “Balanced” mode is selected
- Low CPU and GPU temperatures
- The RTX 4070 maintains a stable 120W limit in “Performance” mode
- Fast NVMe (SK Hynix PC801 HFS001TEJ9X101N)
Cons
- No Thunderbolt 4 ports
- Hefty machine
- Low max brightness and PPI (CMN1779)
- High SSD temperatures during benchmarking
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263 nits mean dark room only usage. For those guys it might be a good purchase.