If you prioritize a customizable and repair-friendly design with a focus on sustainability, the Framework Laptop might be your preference, though it comes at a higher cost. On the other hand, the HP Omen is tailored for gaming and high-performance tasks with robust graphics capabilities, but this can mean it's heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for frequent travel. Choose the Framework if you value long-term versatility and eco-friendliness, or the HP Omen if your main goal is a powerful system for entertainment or demanding software applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Framework Laptop 16 (2023)
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good portability
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the HP Omen 16
Very good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.8/10
8.0/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Omen 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Framework Laptop 16 (2023) is only fair.
The HP Omen 16 generally offers a more powerful GPU which is essential for smooth gaming and effective 3D rendering, along with a higher screen refresh rate for more fluid visuals during fast-paced scenes. While the Framework Laptop 16 may have a high-quality screen and a decent CPU, its GPU and refresh rate aren't as equipped for intensive gaming and 3D tasks as the HP Omen 16.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
7.6/10
16.0in
SIZE
16.1in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
490.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
338.0 nits
The Framework Laptop 16 has a better screen than the HP Omen 16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Framework Laptop 16's screen excels in general use and engineering due to its high resolution and brightness, coupled with comprehensive color gamuts, delivering sharp visuals and vibrant colors essential for detailed design work. The HP Omen 16, while offering good resolution and adequate brightness, provides a satisfying experience for general tasks and engineering, although its color range might be less extensive than the Framework. For gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short as their refresh rates are lower compared to specialized gaming laptops, which can limit motion smoothness and responsiveness in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Framework Laptop 16 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
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
16.1in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) has good portability, while the HP Omen 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.0/10
7.4/10
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) has very good build quality, while the HP Omen 16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,699
$1,100
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) has a price of $1,699 and the HP Omen 16 costs $1,100.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Framework Laptop 16 (2023) to be very good for general use, while the HP Omen 16 is good.
The Framework Laptop 16 offers a combination of solid CPU and RAM, ensuring smooth general use performance along with a quality screen, while being light enough for easy portability and featuring a battery that supports extended use away from power outlets. In contrast, the HP Omen 16, while still providing adequate CPU and RAM for general tasks, emphasizes higher performance which may reduce battery life but includes features favoring gaming or demanding applications, possibly making it less ideal for users prioritizing portability and battery longevity.
Engineering and Design
8.1/10
8.4/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 16 and Framework Laptop 16 (2023) are both very good for engineering and design.
The Framework Laptop 16, while offering solid performance and a high-quality screen, typically has less powerful GPU options compared to the HP Omen 16, which is equipped with higher-end CPUs and GPUs that excel in demanding tasks like 3D modeling and simulations. While both have good keyboards and display, the HP Omen 16, although less portable due to its gaming-oriented design, offers an edge in performance for engineering and design professionals, at the expense of being heavier and potentially louder under load.
Content Creation
8.1/10
7.8/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Framework Laptop 16 (2023) to be very good for content creation, while the HP Omen 16 is good.
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
8.0/10
7.6/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Framework Laptop 16 (2023) to be very good for software development, while the HP Omen 16 is good.
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.
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How the Framework Laptop 16 (2023) and the HP Omen 16 compare to other laptops
"The trend towards thinner and lighter laptops is made possible by fusing more and more components onto the mainboard. The main drawback to this approach is that it limits repairability as even a small fault may require replacing entire boards. Framework is one of the only manufacturers looking the other way in an attempt to improve end-user customization and servicing. There's no question that the Laptop 16 is more user-friendly to service than any alternative, but this lucrative feature comes at the cost of size and weight as individual components must be easily replaceable."
"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 Framework
Framework is a new American laptop manufacturer, specializing in modular and repairable laptops with the goals of promoting longevity and reducing electronic waste. They are a strong proponent of the right to repair movement. Framework laptops have replaceable RAM, storage, ports, keyboards, display bezels, mainboards, and more, making them a great choice for repairability-oriented individuals.
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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