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Updated January 12, 2024·
The HP Omen 16 is geared towards gaming and high-performance tasks with its more powerful graphics card and processor, making it suitable for intensive engineering tasks or gaming. It's also equipped with a high refresh rate screen which is great for fast-paced action but it's heavier, which affects portability. On the other hand, the Lenovo Slim 7 16 offers a higher resolution display with a different aspect ratio that can be better for productivity and content creation due to more vertical space. It's also lighter and thinner, making it more portable. The Lenovo may have enough power for general use and moderate gaming or 3D tasks but falls short for more demanding applications, which the HP Omen 16 would handle better albeit at a higher price point. Both come with similar storage and memory, so these wouldn't be differentiating factors. Consider how much you value performance versus portability and price before making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Omen 16
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim 7 16
- Very good overall display quality
- Good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0
6.6
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Omen 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is only fair.
The HP Omen 16 is geared more towards gaming and 3D applications owing to its superior GPU, the Nvidia RTX 4060, which outperforms the Nvidia RTX 3050 found in the Lenovo Slim 7 16; this hardware distinction contributes significantly to the processing power needed for these tasks. Moreover, while both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth gameplay and visual rendering, the higher-end GPU in the HP Omen 16 ensures that games and 3D applications run more effectively by rendering complex visuals quicker and more efficiently.
Engineering and Design
8.4
7.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is good.
The HP Omen 16 stands out for engineering and design due to its more powerful Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, providing strong performance for demanding tasks, supported by ample RAM and good screen quality, while being less portable and noisier under load.
Screen Quality
7.6
8.3
16.1in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
338.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a better screen than the HP Omen 16 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The HP Omen 16, with its good screen resolution and brightness, meets the needs for sharp image quality and visibility for general tasks but may fall short for gaming and 3D due to a lower refresh rate making fast-moving visuals less smooth. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 boasts an impressive spectrum of colors and superior brightness which benefits professionals in engineering and design by providing accurate color representation, yet, like the HP, its lower refresh rate will not suit the high-speed demands of gaming and 3D applications. Both laptops are suitable for productivity and creative work, but gaming enthusiasts might find the visual experience lacking when compared to screens specialized for high refresh rates.
Battery
6.0 Hours
9.5 Hours
The HP Omen 16 has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has 9.5 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
Fair
Good
16.1in
SIZE
16.0in
5.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has good portability, while the HP Omen 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,100
$1,440
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Omen 16 has a price of $1,100 and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 costs $1,440.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
338.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen 16 and Lenovo Slim 7 16 are both good for general use.
The HP Omen 16 is built with a high-performance CPU and ample RAM, making it suitable for general use, along with a quality screen but a tradeoff in portability due to its weight and less battery life compared to the Lenovo Slim 7 16, which also features a solid CPU and sufficient RAM. The Lenovo Slim 7 16, on the other hand, has a higher resolution touchscreen and better portability with its lighter build and longer battery life, although its screen may not be as vibrant for color-intensive tasks as the HP Omen 16.
Content Creation
7.8
7.6
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen 16 and Lenovo Slim 7 16 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
7.6
7.6
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Omen 16 and Lenovo Slim 7 16 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
7.8
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 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 HP Omen 16 and the Lenovo Slim 7 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Omen 16 | Lenovo Slim 7 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,100 | $1,440 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.5'' x 10.2'' x 0.93'' | 14'' x 9.7'' x 0.69'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.4 lbs | 4.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.53" | 14.01" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.21" | 9.68" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700HX | AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 83 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16.1" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 338 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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HP Omen 16
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Christian Hintze | October 2021
"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"."
Lenovo Slim 7 16
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Eric Grevstad | March 2022
"At $1,011, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Pro is a real bargain among full-sized laptops, with a handsome 16-inch, 16:10 aspect ratio touch screen, a speedy CPU, a comfortable keyboard, ample memory, and a roomy solid-state drive. It's not a blazing gaming rig or mobile workstation, but it doesn't pretend to be. Its biggest negative is that it may be hard to find—during our review, it sold out and was marked "Temporarily Unavailable" on Lenovo's site."
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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.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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