•  Date Published: 23 Jan 2025
    • Intel Core i7-13620H
    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 120W)
    • 16.1″, Full HD (1920 x 1080), 165 Hz, IPS
    • 1000GB SSD
    • 32GB RAM
    • 2.39 kg (5.3 lbs)
    7.0
    TOTAL SCORE
    5.0 Portability Average
    7.0 Display Very Good
    7.3 For Work Very Good
    7.7 For Gaming Very Good

    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 1000GB SSD
    • M.2 Slot
    • 1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4  See photo
    • RAM
    • 32GB RAM
    • OS
    • Windows 11 Pro
    • Body Material
    • Plastic / Polycarbonate, Aluminum
    • Dimensions
    • 369.06 x 259.33 x 23.5 mm (14.53" x 10.21" x 0.93")
    • Weight
    • 2.39 kg (5.3 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 2x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), Sleep and Charge
    • 1x USB Type-C
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort, Sleep and Charge
    • HDMI
    • 2.1
    • Card Reader
    • Ethernet LAN
    • 10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
    • Wi-Fi
    • 802.11ax
    • 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 Microphones
    • Speakers
    • Dual Stereo Speakers, Bang & Olufsen
    • Security Lock slot
    • Gifts
    • DLCA Accessory

    Portability

    HP OMEN 16 (16-wd0000, 2023)
    14.53" x 10.21" x 0.93" Dimensions
    2.39 kg (5.3 lbs) Weight
    Average 16.1-inch laptop
    2.03 kg (4.5 lbs) -15% Weight

    Review

    HP OMEN 16 in-depth review

    The HP Omen devices can be found in different price categories and form factors. Some of them are high-end laptops like the HP Omen 17 (2023, 17-ck2000) that have big displays and top-of-the-line hardware. On the other hand, not everyone wants to buy a machine that costs an arm and a leg. Today we are going to show you the HP Omen 16 (16-wd0000) which is meant for the masses or enthusiasts who don't want to spend a lot of money on a new notebook.The gadget can be found with 13th Gen Intel H-series CPUs. Some are based on the Alder Lake architecture, while others are Raptor Lake chips. All looks good in the GPU department - you have a choice of three GeForce RTX video cards that have high TGP values. Two IPS 1080p display options are available. The base one has a 144Hz refresh rate whil[...]

    Read the full review

    Pros

    • Stealthy design
    • Capable cooling system
    • Stable and high CPU and GPU clocks and power limits under any kind of load
    • Wide viewing angles and good contrast ratio (BOE BOE0B9F)
    • Decent pixel response times (BOE BOE0B9F)
    • No PWM (BOE BOE0B9F)
    • 2x SODIMM slots
    • Comfortable keyboard
    • Decent I/O
    • The fans aren't spinning in idle
    • Reasonable noise levels in "Balanced" mode
    • Long battery life
    • The Omen Gaming Hub app is full of useful options
    • Has a MUX switch

    Cons

    • Flexible and bouncy lid
    • No NumberPad
    • Noisy in "Performance" mode
    • All USB ports are rated at 5 Gbps
    • Just one M.2 slot
    • Low sRGB coverage (BOE BOE0B9F)

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    Step 1: Accessing the Internal ComponentsEnsure the HP Omen 16 (16-wd0000) is powered off and placed on a soft, clean surface to prevent scratches or damage. Remove the 8 Phillips-head screws from the bottom of the laptop. Use a plastic tool to gently pry the bottom panel off, starting from the front of the laptop.Hint: Be careful when prying to avoid damaging the internal clips or the laptop casing.Step 2: Removing the BatteryDisconnect the battery by unplugging its connector from the motherboard. Remove the 6 Phillips-head screws securing the battery to t[...]

    Read more