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Updated March 21, 2024·
Purchasing the HP Omen 17 will save you money while still providing solid performance for general use and gaming. However, the MSI Titan 18 HX offers superior performance for more intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or high-end gaming, though it comes at a higher price and is less portable due to its size and weight. The Omen will suit you well for everyday tasks and moderate gaming, but if top-tier performance and future-proofing are your priority and budget is less of a concern, the Titan could be worth the extra investment. Keep in mind, the larger screen and potential extra performance features of the Titan may also result in shorter battery life compared to the Omen. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Omen 17
- The HP Omen 17 has no clear advantages over the MSI Titan 18 HX.
Advantages of the MSI Titan 18 HX
- Very good for general use
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Excellent for content creation
- Excellent overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.8
8.8
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
6.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX is very good for general use, while the HP Omen 17 is good.
The HP Omen 17, with respectable processing power and memory, is suitable for general tasks, but its larger screen and heavier weight compromise portability, whereas the MSI Titan 18 HX offers higher performance and a more impressive display for a better overall experience, but this also results in reduced battery life and even less ease of transport. Concerns like storage, keyboard, speakers, noise, and heat, while important, may be secondary to those purchasing for general use but are addressed well with the MSI Titan 18 HX, offering an edge in these areas at the expense of a higher price.
Engineering and Design
8.8
9.9
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
The MSI Titan 18 HX is best in class for engineering and design, while the HP Omen 17 is very good.
The HP Omen 17 offers a strong CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality GPU that will handle most engineering and design tasks with a good screen, while the MSI Titan 18 HX, with its cutting-edge CPU, larger RAM capacity, and superior GPU, will excel in even the most demanding engineering and design scenarios. However, the Omen is more portable and quieter, with a decent keyboard and speakers, whereas the Titan, with its bulkier frame and potentially louder operating noise, provides a more robust keyboard and louder speakers for those who prioritize peak performance over convenience.
Content Creation
8.0
9.0
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The MSI Titan 18 HX is excellent for content creation, while the HP Omen 17 is very 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
7.7
8.9
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX is very good for software development, while the HP Omen 17 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.
Screen Quality
7.9
9.2
17.3in
SIZE
18.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
The MSI Titan 18 HX has a better screen than the HP Omen 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If a high-resolution display with excellent color accuracy and brightness is essential for tasks like browsing, watching videos, or office work, the MSI Titan 18 HX's screen stands out with its superior panel quality. For engineering and design, where detailed visuals and accurate color representation are crucial, both the MSI Titan 18 HX and HP Omen 17 offer screens that cover a wide color gamut, making them suitable for professional creative work. However, for gaming and 3D applications which demand fluid motion and quick screen refreshes, neither of these laptops would be ideal due to their lower refresh rates, despite their adequate resolutions and panel types.
Portability
Fair
Poor
17.3in
SIZE
18.0in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
7.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The HP Omen 17 has only fair portability, while the MSI Titan 18 HX has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
8.5
The MSI Titan 18 HX has very good build quality, while the HP Omen 17 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,099
$4,800
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The HP Omen 17 has a price of $2,099 and the MSI Titan 18 HX costs $4,800.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
9.0
9.4
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX and HP Omen 17 are both excellent for gaming and AI.
The HP Omen 17, while adept for gaming with a solid GPU and high refresh rate screen, falls slightly behind the MSI Titan 18 HX, which boasts a top-tier GPU delivering exceptional graphics performance and smoother gameplay due to an even higher refresh rate. Although both have capable CPUs and good screen quality, the Titan's combination of cutting-edge GPU power and highest-tier refresh rate gives it an edge for the most demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Battery
3.5 Hours
4.0 Hours
The HP Omen 17 has 3.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Titan 18 HX has 4 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.
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How the HP Omen 17 and the MSI Titan 18 HX compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Omen 17 | MSI Titan 18 HX |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,099 | $4,800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2023 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 10.3'' x 1.06'' | 15.9'' x 12.1'' x 1.26'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.17 lbs | 7.93 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.64" | 15.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.32" | 12.08" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700HX | Intel i9-14900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 128 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 4096 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3.5 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 83 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 18" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 401 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
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 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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HP Omen 17
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Marc Herter | September 2022
"The HP Omen 17 (2022) gaming laptop has a stylish case and hardware with lots of potential. The HP Omen 17 is a fairly unobtrusive gaming laptop. A material combination of plastic and metal gives the case a high stability and a quality surface feel. The unspectacular design is pleasing and is hardly indicative of the laptop's high performance potential. The Intel Core i7-12700H in particular is able to perform well once again. The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is also strong in the gaming notebook. Demanding games run smoothly in Full HD resolution. The HP Omen 17 is a good gaming laptop that delivers partly excellent performance. But even at this performance level, cheaper alternatives are available."
MSI Titan 18 HX
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Allen Ngo | January 2024
"With no new Nvidia GPU this year for laptops, MSI had to refresh everything surrounding the graphics card to make up for it. Users are getting a new 18-inch chassis design, new 14th gen Intel HX CPU, new AC adapter, larger keys, and a new 120 Hz HDR1000 mini-LED 4K display to accompany the high price tag. Most of these changes are a step up from last year's GT77, but users are ultimately getting the same gaming performance out of both models."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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