HP Omen Max 16 Series
Processor: Intel Arrow Lake Ultra 9 275HXGraphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop
Display: 16.00 inch
Weight: 2.68kg, 2.807kg
Price: 3800 euro
Average of 10 scores (from 11 reviews)
HP Omen Max 16-ah0000ng
Specifications
Notebook: HP Omen Max 16-ah0000ngProcessor: Intel Arrow Lake Ultra 9 275HX
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop 16384 MB
Display: 16.00 inch, 16:10, 2560 x 1600 pixels
Weight: 2.68kg
Links: HP homepage
Price comparison
Average Score:
Reviews
Source: PC World
The HP Omen Max 16 is a capable, though rather dull, option in the highly competitive field of mid to high-end gaming laptops with Nvidia RTX 50-series hardware. It provides performance that’s broadly like the alternatives yet lacks features that might help it separate it from the pack. It doesn’t have the flair of the Asus ROG Strix Scar 16 or the performance of the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 16. Yet there’s one thing about the HP Omen Max 16 that’s very attractive: the price. Listed at an MSRP of $3,339.99 and currently sold (and in stock!) on Best Buy for $3,139.99, the Omen Max 16 is towards the low end of pricing for a 16-inch gaming laptop with an Intel Core Ultra 9 and RTX 5080. And, as mentioned, it performs about as well as its more expensive peers.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/23/2025
Rating: Total score: 78%
Source: Kitguru
The Omen Max 16 is a great looking laptop, the model we were sent for the review is finished in a stunning white ceramic coating that certainly catches the eye. The finish is further accentuated by the great RGB implementation across the keyboard and underglow strip. However, when we look at performance, it is plagued by the usual thermal issues that arise when manufacturers cram power hungry parts in to thin chassis. When using the ‘Unleashed' power profile found in the Omen Gaming Hub software, the Core Ultra 275HX very quickly hits its thermal limits and in turn throttles power usage, which results in substantial dips in performance core clock speeds and performance. The 1TB SSD also disappointed when considering the £2999 price point. Game install sizes have grown year on year and we think 1TB just isn't enough for a premium gaming machine in 2025. The screen is a saving grace though – it's gorgeous, producing vibrant, crisp and smooth visuals which will satisfy even the most demanding pixel peepers.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/14/2025
Rating: Total score: 75%
Source: Think Digit
The HP Omen Max 16 is a bold step forward for HP’s gaming lineup, delivering desktop-level performance in a sleek, redesigned chassis. With standout specs like the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5080 GPU, and a vapor chamber cooling system, it’s clear HP isn’t just playing catch-up, they’re setting a new bar for value in the high-end gaming segment. While it does fall slightly behind rivals like the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 16 in benchmarks, the nearly ₹79,000 lower price tag makes the Omen Max 16 a compelling choice for gamers. Yes, it has some minor shortcomings like average speakers, a slightly mushy keyboard, and limited display options in India, but those feel like small trade-offs when you consider the overall package. For gamers and creators seeking power, style, and relatively better value, the Omen Max 16 is easily HP’s best gaming laptop to date.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/12/2025
Source: 91mobiles
In India, the HP Omen Max 16 is priced at Rs. 3,09,999. This configuration includes the Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, 32GB DDR5 RAM, and a 1TB Gen5 SSD. It’s available as a single variant, which is a bit of a letdown when you consider the options available overseas. In global markets, the Omen Max 16 can be configured with an OLED display, an even more powerful RTX 5090 GPU, 2TB storage, or 64GB of RAM — all of which add a layer of flexibility that Indian buyers currently don’t get. Then again, at ₹3.1 lakhs, even this base model is an expensive proposition, putting it well beyond reach for most mainstream buyers. So, for the few who can afford it, is it worth it? If raw power is your top priority, then absolutely. The HP Omen Max 16 is easily one of the most capable gaming laptops of 2025.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/30/2025
Rating: Total score: 85% performance: 90% display: 85% mobility: 70% workmanship: 85%
Source: Creative Bloq
If your workflows involve pushing large numbers of pixels about, as video or in 3D, then a PC with a GPU like this will certainly help speed things up. The HP Omen Max 16 is a true desktop replacement, and is studded with fast ports to move data in and out. It has the expected low battery life of a gaming laptop, but its 32GB of RAM may also be a bit small for heavy modern workloads.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/25/2025
Rating: Total score: 78%
Source: Laptop Mag
As someone who’s been using an HP Omen for quite a while now, I had high hopes for the HP Omen Max 16. And for the most part, HP delivered with its powerful overall performance, epic display, solid keyboard, and decent heat management. However, I wanted more out of the gaming performance and battery life, especially for its price. If you’re looking for something with strong battery life and epic performance, check out the Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 for over $1,000 less. However, you simply cannot beat the HP Omen Max’s 16-inch OLED display. That color is straight up dripping.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/18/2025
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Jarrod'sTech
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/11/2025
Foreign Reviews
Source: PC Welt
DE→ENSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/27/2025
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: PC Games
DE→ENSingle Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/09/2025
Rating: Total score: 75%
HP Omen Max 16 ah000
Specifications
Notebook: HP Omen Max 16 ah000Processor: Intel Arrow Lake Ultra 9 275HX
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop 24576 MB
Display: 16.00 inch, 16:10, 2560 x 1600 pixels
Weight: 2.807kg
Price: 3800 euro
Links: HP homepage
Price comparison
Average Score:
Reviews
The Omen Max 16 ships with the latest Intel Arrow Lake processors and Nvidia Maxwell graphics available up to the Core Ultra 9 275HX and GeForce RTX 5090. However, the CPU in particular could have likely benefited from a stronger cooling solution.
Source: Tom's Guide
While the HP Omen Max 16 is very heavy and very expensive, it’s still one of the finest gaming laptops I’ve had the pleasure of reviewing. I was somewhat skeptical about the RTX 50-series, but this brilliant notebook and the RTX 5090-powered Alienware Area-51 PC have shown me how amazing Nvidia’s latest laptop and desktop GPUs are. The Omen Max 16 delivers a brilliant gaming experience thanks to its powerful performance and gorgeous OLED display. Price aside, if this is what we can expect from other RTX 50 laptops (and PCs) in 2025, then I’m all onboard.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/02/2025
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Tom's Guide
While the HP Omen Max 16 is very heavy and very expensive, it’s still one of the finest gaming laptops I’ve had the pleasure of reviewing. I was somewhat skeptical about the RTX 50-series, but this brilliant notebook and the RTX 5090-powered Alienware Area-51 PC have shown me how amazing Nvidia’s latest laptop and desktop GPUs are. The Omen Max 16 delivers a brilliant gaming experience thanks to its powerful performance and gorgeous OLED display. Price aside, if this is what we can expect from other RTX 50 laptops (and PCs) in 2025, then I’m all onboard.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/02/2025
Rating: Total score: 90%
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HP: Founded in 1939, the US company is a major server and printer manufacturer and one of the leading IT companies in the world. Until 2015, the company was called Hewlett-Packard Company. After a split, the computer division was renamed HP Inc.
In 2023, HP had an approximate market share of 22% of global PC sales, making it number 2 after Lenovo.
These graphics cards are able to play the latest and most demanding games in high resolutions and full detail settings with enabled Anti-Aliasing.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop: A fast graphics card from the Blackwell family for laptops that is based on the GB203 chip and uses 8,192 shaders and 16 GB GDDR7 graphics memory (256-bit graphics bus).
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop: The GeForce RTX 5090 Mobile uses the GB203 chip and utilizes 10,496 shaders / CUDA cores of the maximum 10,752 that the chip has. This makes the RTX 5090 Laptop more similar to the RTX 5080 desktop variant (same chip) than the Desktop RTX 5090 with 20,760 cores and higher clock rates.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
Intel Arrow Lake:
Ultra 9 275HX: Mobile high-end CPU for gaming notebooks based on the Arrow Lake architecture. Offers 24 cores consisting of 8 fast performance cores with up to 5.4 GHz and 16 smaller efficiency cores with up to 4.6 GHz clock speed. The CPU can access 40 MB L2 cache and 36 MB L3 cache and is specified with a TDP of 55 watts. The SoC integrates a small dedicated NPU called AI Boost with 13 TOPS (Int8) and optionally supports vPro Essentials.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
16.00:
This range for display formats was and is a rarity. It is larger than the general standard of 15 inches, but not yet in the range of large workstations. One usually has higher screen resolutions available, but portability suffers from that.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.
2.68 kg:
With this weight, a laptop is rather heavier than average. Devices in this range shine more with screen size and performance than with mobility.
2.807 kg:
80.29%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.
