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| The new HyperX Omen 16 in its Shadow Black finish. |
HP is making big moves in the gaming laptop space this month, quietly but aggressively expanding its popular Omen series with not one, but three notable releases. If you’ve been waiting for AMD’s latest Zen 5 chips to land in a mainstream gaming rig, or you’re after a smaller 15-inch daily driver, HP just delivered a triple threat.
Let’s rewind. Earlier in May, HP started selling a compact 15-inch HyperX Omen model – a move that signaled the company’s intention to cover every corner of the gaming laptop market. Just weeks later, HP unleashed the beastly Omen Max 16 , a high-performance 16-incher available with both AMD and Intel processors. And now, the company has officially launched its new Omen 16 with AMD processors, and the starting price might raise a few eyebrows.
Omen 16 (2026): More Power, Higher Price Tag
The newly listed Omen 16 (AMD version) starts at $1,999 – a notable jump compared to last year’s Zen 4-based model we reviewed back in October 2025 (that one is currently available for just check price on Amazon ). So what exactly do you get for the extra cash?
HP is offering a staggering range of AMD mobile processors inside the new Omen 16, mixing both Zen 4 and the brand-new Zen 5 architectures. The full list includes:
- Ryzen 7 8745HX (Zen 4)
- Ryzen 9 8940HX (Zen 4)
- Ryzen 9 8945HX (Zen 4)
- Ryzen 9 9955HX (Zen 5)
- Ryzen 9 9955HX3D (Zen 5)
That top-tier Ryzen 9 9955HX3D with 3D V-Cache is the real headline – it’s the same chip that’s been turning desktops into gaming monsters, now packed into a laptop chassis. If you’re a competitive esports fan or a content creator who needs every ounce of single-core performance, this is the config to watch.
GPU, Memory, and Storage Options
On the graphics side, HP is sticking with Nvidia’s latest Lovelace refresh. You can configure the new Omen 16 with:
- GeForce RTX 5060 (8 GB)
- GeForce RTX 5070 (8 GB)
- GeForce RTX 5070 (12 GB)
No RTX 5080 or 5090 options here – those will likely stay in the Max 16 lineup. But for 1440p gaming and high-refresh-rate esports, the RTX 5070 12GB variant should be plenty capable.
Memory and storage are equally flexible. HP offers DDR5-5200 RAM in 16 GB, 24 GB, or 32 GB configurations, while storage choices include 512 GB, 1 TB, or 2 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSDs. It’s worth noting that there’s still no Gen 5 SSD option, but for most gamers, Gen 4 speeds are more than enough.
Battery, Connectivity, and Display Choices
Power users will appreciate the two battery options: a standard 70 Wh pack or an upgraded 83 Wh unit. Similarly, wireless connectivity can be either Wi-Fi 6 or the newer Wi-Fi 7, depending on how future-proof you want to go.
Where HP really lets you customize is the display. You can choose between three 16-inch panels:
- 1200p / 165 Hz IPS – budget-friendly, fast enough for competitive gaming
- 1600p / 240 Hz IPS – sharp and smooth, ideal for most gamers
- 1600p / 165 Hz OLED – the premium choice, delivering up to 1,100 nits HDR peak brightness and 100% DCI-P3 colour coverage
If you do any photo or video editing on the side, that OLED screen is a no-brainer. The brightness is exceptional for a laptop – 1,100 nits means you can actually enjoy HDR content without sitting in a dark room.
New HyperX Omen 15 and Omen Max 16: The Rest of the Story
Before we dive deeper into the Omen 16’s availability, let’s quickly recap the other two launches. Earlier this month, HP finally released the HyperX Omen 15 , a compact 15-inch model that brings HyperX branding (and presumably some of that gaming-first tuning) to a smaller, more portable chassis. It’s aimed at gamers who want desktop-replacement power in a backpack-friendly size.
Then came the Omen Max 16 – HP’s new flagship. As we covered earlier in June, the Max 16 is available with both AMD and Intel Core HX-series processors, and it supports higher TGP GPUs. If you need a 16-inch beast for 4K gaming or heavy 3D rendering, that’s the one to look at.
Pricing, Availability, and First Impressions
The new AMD-powered Omen 16 is already listed on HP’s official store. It comes in two classy finishes: Ceramic White and Shadow Black. For a closer look at the base configuration (Ryzen 7, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, Shadow Black), you can visit HP’s product page here .
Now, about that price: $1,999 starting** is undeniably steep. Last year’s Zen 4 model launched much lower, and you can still grab it on Amazon for **[around $1,299](https://amzn.to/4dOHNle) . So why the jump? Likely a combination of inflation, the optional Zen 5 upgrades, and the inclusion of higher-end display options like that phenomenal OLED panel. HP seems to be positioning this new Omen 16 as a premium mid-tier device, leaving the truly budget-friendly slots to the smaller 15-inch model.
Still, if you’re dead set on getting a Zen 5 laptop with Nvidia’s latest RTX 50-series GPU, the Omen 16 is one of the first to market. And with configurable RAM, storage, battery, and Wi-Fi, you can tailor it almost exactly to your needs – and your budget.
Final Thoughts: Who Should Buy the New Omen 16?
The 2026 HP Omen 16 (AMD) is a curious beast. On one hand, it offers incredible processor choice, a gorgeous OLED option, and the flexibility of multiple GPU tiers. On the other hand, the entry price is higher than what many expected, especially given how aggressively HP priced last year’s model.
If you’re a gamer who values portability but doesn’t need the extreme thermal headroom of the Max 16, the standard Omen 16 hits a sweet spot. Just be prepared to tick the right boxes – go for the Ryzen 9 9955HX3D, RTX 5070 12GB, 32GB RAM, and the OLED panel if you want a true future-proof experience. And if you’re on a tighter budget, that $1,299 last-gen model on Amazon is still an absolute steal.
HP is clearly betting that enthusiasts will pay a premium for Zen 5 and OLED in a 16-inch chassis. We’ll reserve final judgment until we get a review unit in-house, but on paper, the new Omen 16 looks like a winner – as long as your wallet is ready.
For more details on configurations and regional availability, head over to HP’s official website .
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| HP sells AMD versions of the Omen 16 in Ceramic White and Shadow Black finishes. |