If portability is key for you and you need a device that's lightweight for easy travel, the ASUS Zenbook 13 is a better fit with its slimmer design and lower weight. On the other hand, if you're into gaming or need a laptop for resource-intensive tasks like 3D modeling or machine learning, the HP Omen 16, with its more powerful graphics card and processor, is a more suitable choice despite being heavier and bulkier. The HP Omen 16 also comes with more RAM, which helps in multitasking and running demanding applications, while the ASUS Zenbook 13 offers an OLED display, known for vibrant colors and contrast, which might be preferred if you’re focused on media consumption. The HP Omen 16 is generally more expensive, but the enhanced performance may justify the additional cost for users with higher computing needs, while the ASUS Zenbook 13 is more budget-friendly and offers solid performance for general use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 13
Excellent portability
Advantages of the HP Omen 16
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
8.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Omen 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 13 is only fair.
The HP Omen 16 is superior for gaming and 3D applications primarily because it has a more powerful GPU, the Nvidia RTX 4060, which is essential for rendering graphics-intensive tasks smoothly. Additionally, it offers a higher screen refresh rate, which provides a more fluid visual experience during fast-paced gaming action, compared to the ASUS Zenbook 13 which has lower GPU capabilities and a standard refresh rate screen.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
8.4/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 13 is good.
The HP Omen 16 is very good for engineering and design use due to its powerful Intel CPU, double the RAM of the ASUS Zenbook 13, and a dedicated Nvidia GPU, which greatly outperforms the Zenbook's integrated Vega graphics . While the Zenbook 13 offers an OLED screen and is lighter for better portability, the Omen's larger screen and IPS panel with a high refresh rate make it more suitable for design tasks that require more screen real estate and color accuracy.
Screen Quality
7.8/10
7.6/10
13.3in
SIZE
16.1in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
378.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
338.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a better screen than the HP Omen 16 for general use, and engineering and design, while the HP Omen 16 has a better screen for gaming and AI, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Zenbook 13, with its higher resolution and panel type that delivers sharp images and vibrant colors, is ideal for general use and engineering tasks that require accurate color representation, such as DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB color gamuts. However, it lacks a high refresh rate, making it less suitable for gaming and 3D applications where smoother motion is crucial. The HP Omen 16, while also having good resolution and panel type for clarity and color accuracy in general use and engineering, falls short in providing the immersive experience gamers seek due to its lower refresh rates for 3D tasks.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has 9 hours of battery life. The HP Omen 16 has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Excellent
Fair
13.3in
SIZE
16.1in
2.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has excellent portability, while the HP Omen 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$890
$1,100
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a price of $890 and the HP Omen 16 costs $1,100.
The HP Omen 16 and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook 13 excels in general use due to its high-quality OLED screen for crisp visuals, its lightweight and slim design enhancing portability, and a long battery life, making it ideal for daily tasks and mobility. Meanwhile, the HP Omen 16 is also great for general use with a powerful CPU and double the RAM for smooth multitasking, a larger screen, and better keyboard and speaker quality, but it's less portable and has a shorter battery life, making it more suited for stationary use and demanding applications.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.8/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen 16 and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.3/10
7.6/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen 16 and ASUS Zenbook 13 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.4/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 and HP Omen 16 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 13 and the HP Omen 16 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ZenBook 13 is a compact 13-inch laptop with a fast Ryzen 7 5800U and OLED display. The subnotebook is also light and the modern design is convincing. The selection of high-quality materials make the device not only light, but also very stable. In addition, the visuals and haptics of the device offers a high-quality impression. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U is a very good fit for the ZenBook 13, ensuring a high performance in the test. However, in terms of the 3D performance, we also notice that the Vega architecture is beginning to hit its limits."
"The Omen 16 has proven to be a fairly good mid-range gaming laptop with all-around improvements compared to the Omen 15. The high overall performance level across all use cases, the long battery life, and the good FHD display constitute the main advantages of this HP laptop. The main drawbacks are the faulty touchpad (one-off?) and the high latencies that can be observed even after just opening the browser. Furthermore, the useless, preinstalled 30-day trial versions of various software also fall under the category "unnecessary"."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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