HP’s First OMEN X Laptop is a Force to be Reckoned With

HP Inc. today unleashed its most powerful gaming laptop to date, the OMEN X by HP Laptop. Built for gaming enthusiasts and esports athletes seeking maximum performance, the OMEN X Laptop is engineered with the thermals to support unlocked CPUs to allow for overclocking, and factory-overclocked GPUs and memory options for superb gaming performance in a stunning design.

Competitive gamers demand optimal and configurable desktop-level performance to deliver the best frame rates and responsiveness to beat the competition. They also crave a device that doesn’t compromise performance for mobility. Studying how gamers compete at the highest levels, HP created a device to respond to their needs, while delivering high-end components, advanced thermal solutions, fast and responsive displays, a fully customizable mechanical keyboard, and software tools that let gamers push the Omen X Laptop hardware to the limit.

“Esports is one of the fastest growing categories in gaming and we are excited by the popularity of HP’s OMEN family of products,” said Anne-Sophie Hadberg, head of Consumer Personal Systems EMEA, HP Inc. “With the release of the OMEN X Laptop, HP is bringing key innovations to performance, industrial design and customizability that were once only possible on a desktop, to give gamers a competitive edge.”

Engineered for Gaming Performance
The latest AAA titles and esports tournaments require high-performing graphics and raw-computing horsepower, so HP packed the OMEN X Laptop with industry-leading technology and custom-tuning capabilities, including:

• The OMEN Command Center Software to custom tune and push hardware to its limits, with the ability to manage CPU overclocking; optimise gaming network traffic with a network booster to reduce latency in online games; and, customize system lighting to streamline gaming controls.
• Intel® 7th gen unlocked Intel® Core™ i7 CPU, XMP memory options for memory overclocking and tested profiles up to DDR4-2800, and factory-overclocked GPUs up to NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080 – ideal for fast-paced or multi-player games running at 4K resolutions.
• RAID0 SSD option for ultra-fast boot and game loading and PCIe SSD+HDD storage options for quick responsiveness and massive storage capacity.
• Thermal management to push high-end hardware beyond factory settings, including high-performance fans to increase airflow and an integrated vapour chamber with four 3.5 mm heat pipes to improve heat transfer from the GPU and CPU to the four rear corner-mounted radiators.

Designed for Immersion
Gaming is an immersive experience, so HP optimized the OMEN X Laptop to be VR ready on all configurations and includes features that enhance gameplay and limit outside distractions for full immersion:

• Mechanical and RGB LED-per key backlit keyboard, including 2.5 mm travel with tactile feel and mechanical switches to provide instant feedback and comfort for intense gaming sessions; RGB LED per key for customizable key maps; independent, programmable macro keys; and, N-Key rollover on every key for anti-ghosting functions.
• 17-inch diagonal 4K display option for ultimate high-resolution gaming, or 120Hz 1080p display options for fast refresh rates and smooth visuals; and all configurations are NVIDIA G-Sync™ enabled for reduced image tearing.
• DTS Headphone:X® for simulated surround sound with any headset and premium sound featuring HP Dual Speakers with Audio by Bang & Olufsen.
• HP Audio Boost to ensure peak performance without overloading the speakers.
• A translucent window to see inside the laptop, along with custom lighting and an aluminium finish for a premium look and feel that can be personalized and customized for the individual gamer.

Crafted for Expansion
To give gamers a constant edge on the competition, the OMEN X Laptop is crafted for expansion allowing easy upgrading of the system capabilities or swapping parts:

• Single access panel to HDD, SSDs, and RAM, so all end-user replaceable components are easily accessible.
• Generous port selection with support for up to four external displays
• Connect to a range of different gaming accessories via, three USB 3.0 Type A, two Thunderbolt™ 3-certified USB 3.1 TypeC™, HDMI 2.0a with HDR support, Mini DisplayPort™, RJ45 and a multi-format media card reader.
  
• Dual audio jack with separate microphone input and headset jacks (input/output) to support the latest gaming headsets or external speakers.

The OMEN X Laptop is expected to be available in EMEA in November, starting at €2,799