HP's 2025 Omen Max 16 gaming laptop is now available for preorder, boasting top-tier hardware including Intel's Core Ultra 9 HX-series processor and the GeForce RTX 5080 mobile GPU. Shipping is estimated to begin March 13th. This high-performance machine will join HP's existing Omen and Omen Transcend lines.
Preorder the HP Omen Max 16" RTX 5080 Gaming Laptop
Arriving in March.### HP Omen Max 16 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX RTX 5080 Gaming Laptop
0$2,699.99 at HPThe launch edition features the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU, prioritizing performance over the efficiency-focused Core Ultra 9 185H. Other specs include a 16" QHD+ 240Hz display, 32GB DDR5-5600MHz RAM, and a 1TB M.2 SSD, all for $2,699.99—approximately $500 less than a comparably specced Razer Blade 16.
Shipping Timeline
HP anticipates shipping the Omen Max 16 in early to mid-March. Since RTX 50-series mobile GPUs are newly released, benchmark data is currently unavailable.
Alternative: Razer Blade 2025 Gaming Laptops
Razer's 2025 gaming laptops—the Blade 16 and Blade 18—are also available for preorder. These models offer Intel and Ryzen processor options (depending on size) and RTX 5000-series mobile GPUs (RTX 5070 Ti, RTX 5080, and RTX 5090). Preorders include bonus accessories.
Razer Blades are renowned for their premium build quality, featuring a unibody aluminum chassis and a thin, lightweight design. This is achieved through a proprietary cooling system with a vacuum-sealed, liquid-filled copper vapor chamber. This advanced engineering justifies their higher price point compared to other brands.
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### Preorder the New Razer Blade 16 Gaming Laptop with New RTX 5000 Series GPU
0$2,799.99 at RazerWhy Trust IGN's Deals Team?
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