Introduction to the New HP Omen 16 Slim

HP has introduced a thinner and lighter version of its gaming laptop, the Omen 16. The new Omen 16 Slim is significantly slimmer than its standard counterpart, boasting a 16 percent reduction in thickness. This translates to a profile that ranges from 0.78 to 0.89 inches (19.9 to 22.7 mm) when closed, and it weighs approximately 5.35 lbs.

Specifications and Features

The HP Omen 16 Slim is equipped with advanced specifications to cater to the needs of gamers. It comes with up to NVIDIA RTX 5070 graphics, although details on more affordable configurations are yet to be announced. The laptop utilizes Intel Arrow Lake processors, offering a range from the entry-level Core Ultra 5 225H to the more powerful Core Ultra 9 285H. Users have the flexibility to choose from 16GB, 24GB, or 32GB of RAM and opt for either 512GB or 1TB of storage.

Display and Connectivity

As indicated by its name, the Omen 16 Slim features a 16-inch display. The resolution can go up to 2,560 x 1,600 for the higher-end models, while more budget-friendly options are limited to 1,920 x 1,200. The laptop includes a variety of connectivity options, such as a 10Gbps USB-C port, a 10Gbps Type-A port, two 5Gbps Type-A ports, an RJ-45 Ethernet connector, a 3.5mm headphone/mic combo jack, and a single HDMI 2.1 port.

Availability and Pricing

Although HP has not officially announced the pricing or release date for the Omen 16 Slim, according to a report by The Verge, the company is planning to launch the device in May. This upcoming release is expected to bring a more portable and powerful gaming laptop to the market, catering to the evolving needs of gamers who require both performance and portability.