HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen Alienware 16 Aurora (RTX 5060 & Intel Core 7 240H) Comparison
ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 Se with RTX 3080 Ti and i9
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| Overview | ||
| Brand | ||
| HP | Alienware | |
| Model | ||
| OMEN 16 (2024) | 16 Aurora AC16250 | |
| Graphics | ||
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU (12 GB GDDR6 dedicated) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU | |
| RTX 4080 Laptops | RTX 5060 Laptops | ||
| RAM | ||
| 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz | 16GB DDR5-5600MHz | |
| 64 GB DDR5-5600MHz Laptops | 16GB Laptops | ||
| Storage | ||
| 1 TB PCIe NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive | 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD | |
| 1 TB PCIe NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive Laptops | 1TB Laptops | ||
| Display | ||
| 16.1-inch QHD (2560 x 1440), 240 Hz, 3 ms response time, IPS, micro-edge, anti-glare, Low Blue Light, 300 nits | 16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) WVA, 120Hz | |
| Operating System | ||
| Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home | |
| Weight | ||
| 2.39 kg (5.29 lbs) | Starting at 2.49 kg or 5.49 lbs | |
| Color | ||
| Shadow Black | Interstellar Indigo (Blue) | |
| Processor | ||
| Model | ||
| Intel Core i9-14900HX | ||
| Cores | ||
| 24 Cores (8 Performance Cores + 16 Efficient Cores) | 10 (6 Performance-cores + 4 Efficient-cores) | |
| Threads | ||
| 32 Threads | 16.0 | |
| Base Clock | ||
| 2.6 GHz | 2.5 GHz (P-cores) | |
| Max Turbo Boost | ||
| Up to 5.8 GHz | Up to 5.2 GHz (P-cores) | |
| Cache | ||
| 36 MB Intel Smart Cache | 24MB L3 Cache | |
| TDP | ||
| 55W | 45W (Processor Base Power, Total Performance Power up to 115W CPU+GPU) | |
| CPU | ||
| Intel Core 7 Processor 240H (Series 2) | ||
| Intel Core 7 Processor 240H (Series 2) Laptops | ||
| Architecture | ||
| Meteor Lake (2nd Gen Core Ultra) | ||
| Additional Features | ||
| Intel AI Boost NPU (up to 13 TOPS), Total processor performance up to 96 TOPS (CPU+NPU+GPU) | ||
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | ||
| 16.1 inches | 16 inches (40.64 cm) | |
| Resolution | ||
| 2560 x 1440 (QHD) | 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) | |
| Refresh Rate | ||
| 240 Hz | 120Hz | |
| Response Time | ||
| 3 ms | Not explicitly specified, but generally fast for gaming WVA/IPS panels. | |
| Panel Type | ||
| IPS | WVA (Wide Viewing Angle), Anti-Glare | |
| Color Gamut | ||
| 100% sRGB | 100% sRGB | |
| Brightness | ||
| 300 nits | 300 nits | |
| Additional Features | ||
| Anti-Glare, Low Blue Light | ComfortView Plus, Low Blue Light Technology, Flicker-Free (for some configurations), 1000:1 Contrast Ratio | |
| Aspect Ratio | ||
| 16:10 | ||
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | ||
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU | |
| VRAM | ||
| 12 GB GDDR6 | 8GB GDDR7 | |
| Ray Tracing | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| DLSS Support | ||
| Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 3 | Yes, DLSS 4 | |
| Additional Features | ||
| MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus | NVIDIA Optimus (Dynamic Display Switch), NVIDIA Reflex 2, NVIDIA GeForce Experience | |
| Architecture | ||
| NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series) | ||
| TGP | ||
| Up to 85W (Total Graphics Power) / Up to 115W (Total Performance Power - combined CPU+GPU) | ||
| Memory | ||
| RAM Type | ||
| DDR5 | DDR5-SDRAM | |
| RAM Speed | ||
| 5600 MHz | 5600 MT/s | |
| Expandable Memory | ||
| Yes, up to 64 GB | Yes, up to 64GB (2x SO-DIMM slots, 16GB configured often means 2x8GB, but some base configs might be 1x16GB allowing for single slot upgrade to 32GB) | |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage | ||
| 1 TB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD | 1TB M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD | |
| Secondary Storage Options | ||
| Not specified | Supports up to 2x PCIe Gen4 SSD slots (one occupied, one likely free for expansion, check exact configuration) | |
| RAID Support | ||
| No | Not explicitly specified | |
| Gaming Features | ||
| Dedicated Gaming Keys | ||
| Yes, with Macro Functionality | Not explicitly specified, but Alienware keyboard layout is gaming-optimized. | |
| RGB Customization | ||
| Yes, via OMEN Light Studio | Alienware White Backlit Keyboard (Single-Zone RGB, based on 'White Backlit' descriptions, not per-key RGB for this config), AlienFX lighting for customizable zones (implied by Alienware Command Center). | |
| Game Optimization | ||
| AI-powered performance tuning | Alienware Command Center (for performance profiles, thermal management, AlienFX lighting), Killer Intelligence Center (for network optimization). | |
| Performance | ||
| Cooling Technology | ||
| OMEN Tempest Cooling with dual fans and vapor chamber | Alienware Cryo-tech™ Cooling Technology (Dual fans, ultra-thin blades, copper heat pipes, Cryo-Chamber design optimizing airflow for core components) | |
| Overclocking Support | ||
| Yes, via OMEN Command Center | Yes (via Alienware Command Center) | |
| Performance Modes | ||
| Balanced, Performance, Full Speed | Available via Alienware Command Center (e.g., Performance, Balanced, Quiet) | |
| Benchmark Scores | ||
| Not specified | Not explicitly specified, but expected good performance for its class. | |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | ||
| 83 Wh | 96 WHr, 6-cell Lithium-ion (integrated) | |
| Backup Time | ||
| Up to 6 hours (varies with usage) | Not explicitly specified, but designed for mobile gaming and productivity. | |
| Charging Type | ||
| Fast Charging | Standard Charging, USB Type-C Power Delivery (up to 100W) | |
| Power Adapter | ||
| 280W | 180W AC Power Adapter | |
| Connectivity | ||
| WiFi | ||
| Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) (MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 MT7925, 2x2, MU-MIMO) | |
| Bluetooth | ||
| 5.3 | 5.4 | |
| Ports | ||
| 2 x USB Type-A 5 Gbps signaling rate, 2 x Thunderbolt 4 with USB Type-C 40 Gbps signaling rate (USB Power Delivery, DisplayPort 1.4, HP Sleep and Charge), 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x RJ-45, 1 x AC smart pin, 1 x headphone/microphone combo | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) Type-A ports, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Type-C® port with DisplayPort™ 1.4a, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Type-C® port with Power Delivery, 1x HDMI 2.1 port with Discrete Graphics Controller Direct Output, 1x Universal Audio Jack (3.5 mm headset/microphone combo), 1x RJ45 Ethernet port, 1x Power-adapter port | |
| Ethernet | ||
| 1GbE RJ45 Ethernet Port | ||
| Keyboard & Touchpad | ||
| Keyboard Type | ||
| Full-size, 4-zone RGB backlit, shadow black keyboard | Alienware White Backlit Keyboard, English US layout (Single-Zone RGB) | |
| Key Travel | ||
| 1.5 mm | Not explicitly specified | |
| N-Key Rollover | ||
| Yes | Not explicitly specified | |
| Touchpad Features | ||
| Precision touchpad with multi-gesture support | Multi-touch gesture Premium Precision touchpad with integrated scrolling | |
| Audio | ||
| Speakers | ||
| Dual speakers with HP Audio Boost | Stereo speakers (2W x 2 = 4W total) | |
| Audio Enhancements | ||
| DTS:X Ultra | Realtek ALC3204 Audio Controller, Dual-array microphones | |
| Dedicated Audio Jack | ||
| Yes, 3.5 mm combo jack | Yes (Universal Audio Jack) | |
| Camera | ||
| Webcam | ||
| HP True Vision 1080p FHD camera with temporal noise reduction | 720p at 30 fps HD camera, Dual-array microphones | |
| Privacy Shutter | ||
| Yes | No | |
| Enhancements | ||
| Not explicitly specified for AI enhancements, but some Alienware models feature AI noise cancellation. | ||
| Build & Design | ||
| Material | ||
| Aluminum and plastic | Anodized aluminum lid, Magnesium alloy interior frame, Durable chassis. | |
| Color Options | ||
| Shadow Black | Interstellar Indigo (Blue) | |
| RGB Lighting | ||
| Yes, OMEN Light Studio | Single-zone keyboard backlight, AlienFX customizable zones (e.g., Alienware logo on lid, power button) | |
| Dimensions | ||
| 14.53 x 10.21 x 0.93 inches (368.3 x 259.5 x 23.6 mm) | Height (peak): 22.70 mm (0.89 in) | Width: 356.98 mm (14.05 in) | Depth: 265.43 mm (10.45 in) | |
| Additional Features | ||
| Streamlined design without rear thermal shelf for portability, comfortable soft contours. | ||
| Special Features | ||
| Virtual Reality Ready | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Advanced Cooling | ||
| Yes, with OMEN Tempest Cooling | Yes (Alienware Cryo-tech™ Cooling Technology) | |
| Software | ||
| Pre-installed OMEN Command Center for system control and customization | Alienware Command Center, Windows 11 Home, Microsoft 365 (30-day trial), McAfee (trial) | |
| Upgrade-Friendly Design | ||
| Two user-upgradeable DDR5 SO-DIMM memory slots, two upgradeable PCIe Gen 4 SSD slots. | ||
| AI PC Features | ||
| Intel AI Boost NPU for accelerated AI workloads. | ||
| Box Contents | ||
| Laptop | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Power Adapter | ||
| Yes, 280W | Yes, 180W AC Adapter | |
| User Manual | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Warranty Card | ||
| Yes | Yes, 1-year Onsite Service | |
| Additional Accessories | ||
| None | Microsoft 365 (30-day trial), McAfee (trial) | |
| Launch Date | ||
| Release Date | ||
| 2024.0 | June 2025 (as per current market listings, some sources indicate May 9, 2025) | |
| Status | ||
| Available | Available | |
Which is Better: HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen or Alienware 16 Aurora (RTX 5060 & Intel Core 7 240H)?
Based on the comparison, here's how each product stands out:
Advantages of Alienware 16 Aurora (RTX 5060 & Intel Core 7 240H):
- Has better GPU (NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU)
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