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HP Omnibook X review highlights solid build, OLED display, and fast performance at $1,400
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HP’s Omnibook X delivers a professional-grade ultraportable with a durable aluminum chassis, high-end OLED screen, and strong performance from Intel’s Core Ultra X9 chip.
For engineers and professionals, the Omnibook X offers a balanced alternative to flashier ultraportables, prioritizing reliability, display quality, and performance over gimmicks. Its trade-offs, like the lack of an SD card reader, may matter for specific workflows but won’t affect most users.
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The Omnibook X features a 14-inch 3K OLED touchscreen with 120Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI-P3 color coverage.
Performance is driven by Intel’s Core Ultra X9 chip with integrated Arc GPU, handling multitasking and light gaming smoothly.
Port selection is strong but omits an SD card reader, and pricing starts at $1,400 for the base configuration.
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The Omnibook X positions itself as a no-nonsense ultraportable for professionals, eschewing trends like convertible designs or extreme thinness in favor of durability and performance. Its aluminum chassis and 2.9-pound weight make it a practical choice for engineers who prioritize build quality over portability extremes. The 14-inch 3K OLED display, with its 120Hz refresh rate and 1,100 nits of HDR brightness, is a standout feature, though the lack of touch on lower-end models may limit its appeal for some workflows.
Performance is a key selling point, with the Core Ultra X9 chip and 32GB of RAM delivering smooth multitasking and even light gaming capabilities. The integrated Intel Arc GPU averaged 81 fps in *Cyberpunk 2077* at 1080p with high settings, a notable achievement for a non-dedicated GPU. However, the absence of an SD card reader could be a dealbreaker for photographers or media professionals who rely on such ports for workflow efficiency.
Pricing starts at $1,400, which is competitive for a high-end ultraportable with these specs, though the review unit’s $1,030 upgrade for the 3K OLED screen and X9 chip pushes the total cost significantly higher. The port selection is generous, with USB-C, Type-A, HDMI, and a headphone jack, but the omission of an SD card reader feels like a missed opportunity given the target audience. For engineers who need a reliable, high-performance machine without unnecessary frills, the Omnibook X is a strong contender.
The review highlights the Omnibook X’s strengths in everyday use, from its excellent keyboard and trackpad to its consistent performance under heavy workloads. However, the lack of a rotating screen or other convertible features may limit its versatility for those who need flexibility. The dual-speaker setup is also a minor letdown for a machine at this price point. Overall, the Omnibook X succeeds by focusing on what matters most: a solid build, strong performance, and a high-quality display.
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