HP HP OmniBook 5 Copilot+ AI PC, 16" 2K (1920x1200) Review

The HP OmniBook 5 Copilot+ is a solid, no-frills AI laptop that gets the basics right. It's packing a surprising amount of power for the price, especially with that 32GB of RAM and the discrete Z1 Extreme GPU. But the one thing you need to know is that it makes some serious compromises to hit that value mark, and the screen is the biggest one. If you're looking for a portable workhorse that can handle gaming and creative tasks without breaking the bank, this is a contender. Just don't expect a premium feel.

Honestly, the performance surprised me in a good way. That AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme GPU lands in the 64th percentile, which is way better than I expected for a laptop at this price point. It scored a 61.5 for gaming, meaning it'll handle most modern titles at decent settings. The 32GB of RAM is the real star here, sitting in the 81st percentile. You can have a hundred browser tabs open while editing a video and it won't even blink. The CPU is decent but not a standout, which is fine for the overall package.

At around $980, this is a very compelling value. You're getting specs that usually cost several hundred dollars more, especially that 32GB of RAM and 1TB SSD. You just have to be okay with the trade-offs, mainly the mediocre screen and average build quality. If raw specs for the dollar are your priority, it's worth it.

This sits in a weird spot. Compared to a MacBook Pro, you get way more RAM and a discrete GPU for a fraction of the price, but you lose the incredible screen, battery life, and build quality. Against a gaming laptop like the MSI Vector or Gigabyte AORUS, the OmniBook is less powerful for pure gaming but might be lighter and have better battery life. The most direct competitor is the ASUS Zenbook Duo if you want innovation, or the Lenovo Legion if you want max gaming performance. The OmniBook wins on pure spec sheet value against all of them.

If you need a lot of RAM and a decent GPU for under $1,000, buy this. It's a clear recommendation for budget-conscious power users, students, or indie creators. But if you stare at your screen all day or need something to last for years on the go, look at the MacBook Pro or a higher-end Windows machine. The OmniBook 5 is a workhorse, not a showhorse.