HP OMEN 16 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen MSI Katana 15 HX (RTX 5070 & Intel i7 14th Gen) Comparison

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Overview
Brand
HPMSI
Model
OMEN 16 (2024)Katana 15 HX B14WGK-016US
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU (12 GB GDDR6 dedicated)NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
RTX 4080 Laptops | RTX 5070 Laptops
RAM
64 GB DDR5-5600MHz32GB DDR5-5600MHz
64 GB DDR5-5600MHz Laptops | 32GB Laptops
Storage
1 TB PCIe NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive1TB NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 SSD
1 TB PCIe NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive Laptops | 1TB Laptops
Display
16.1-inch QHD (2560 x 1440), 240 Hz, 3 ms response time, IPS, micro-edge, anti-glare, Low Blue Light, 300 nits15.6-inch QHD (2560x1440), 165Hz, IPS-Level
Operating System
Windows 11 ProWindows 11 Home
Weight
2.39 kg (5.29 lbs)2.4 kg or 5.29 lbs
Color
Shadow BlackBlack
Processor
Model
Intel Core i9-14900HX
Cores
24 Cores (8 Performance Cores + 16 Efficient Cores)24 (8 Performance-cores + 16 Efficient-cores)
Threads
32 Threads32.0
Base Clock
2.6 GHz2.2 GHz (P-core base), 1.6 GHz (E-core base)
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.8 GHzUp to 5.8 GHz (P-core Max Turbo Frequency)
Cache
36 MB Intel Smart Cache36MB L3 Cache
TDP
55W55W (Processor Base Power, Max Turbo Power up to 157W, Total System Power up to 115W GPU + CPU Power Share)
CPU
Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor
Intel Core i9 Laptops
Architecture
Raptor Lake (14th Gen)
Additional Features
MSI AI Engine for AI-Powered computing experience, Copilot Key integrated in keyboard.
Display
Screen Size
16.1 inches15.6 inches
Resolution
2560 x 1440 (QHD)2560 x 1440 (QHD)
Refresh Rate
240 Hz165Hz
Response Time
3 ms2.5ms (Typical, as seen on similar MSI panels)
Panel Type
IPSIPS-Level, Anti-Glare
Color Gamut
100% sRGB100% DCI-P3 (Typical)
Brightness
300 nitsNot explicitly specified, but typically around 300-350 nits for QHD IPS-level gaming panels.
Additional Features
Anti-Glare, Low Blue LightDiscrete Graphics Mode (MUX Design) for optimal performance.
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPUNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
VRAM
12 GB GDDR68GB GDDR7
Ray Tracing
YesYes, with 4th Gen RT Cores
DLSS Support
Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 3Yes, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation
Additional Features
MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced OptimusPowered by NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, Max-Q technologies, powers advanced AI with 798 AI TOPS.
Architecture
NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series)
TGP
115W (Maximum Graphics Power with Dynamic Boost, Boost Clock up to 2347MHz)
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5DDR5
RAM Speed
5600 MHz5600MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 64 GBYes, up to 96GB (2 Slots, 32GB*2 configured for 32GB total)
Storage
Primary Storage
1 TB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD1TB NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Not specified1x M.2 SSD slot (NVMe PCIe Gen4) - this model usually has only one M.2 slot. To upgrade storage, you'd replace the existing 1TB SSD.
RAID Support
NoNot specified
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Yes, with Macro FunctionalityYes (lighted WASD, specially-designed keycaps)
RGB Customization
Yes, via OMEN Light Studio4-Zone RGB Gaming Keyboard with Copilot Key
Game Optimization
AI-powered performance tuningMSI Center (with AI Engine), MSI App Player
Performance
Cooling Technology
OMEN Tempest Cooling with dual fans and vapor chamberCooler Boost 5 Technology (CPU & GPU Share-pipe Design, 2 Fans, 5 Heat Pipes)
Overclocking Support
Yes, via OMEN Command CenterYes (via MSI Center)
Performance Modes
Balanced, Performance, Full SpeedAvailable via MSI Center (e.g., Extreme Performance, Silent)
Benchmark Scores
Not specifiedNot explicitly specified in official documentation, but expected strong performance for its class.
Battery
Capacity
83 Wh75Whr, 4-cell Li-Polymer
Backup Time
Up to 6 hours (varies with usage)Not explicitly specified, but general gaming laptop battery life.
Charging Type
Fast ChargingStandard Charging, Power Delivery 3.0 (supports 100W PD charging via Type-C)
Power Adapter
280W240W AC Adapter
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Bluetooth
5.35.3
Ports
2 x USB Type-A 5 Gbps signaling rate, 2 x Thunderbolt 4 with USB Type-C 40 Gbps signaling rate (USB Power Delivery, DisplayPort 1.4, HP Sleep and Charge), 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x RJ-45, 1 x AC smart pin, 1 x headphone/microphone combo1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (DisplayPort™ / Power Delivery 3.0), 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1x HDMI™ 2.1 (8K @ 60Hz / 4K @ 120Hz), 1x RJ45, 1x Mic-in/Headphone-out Combo Jack, 1x DC-in
Ethernet
Gigabit LAN (RJ45)
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Full-size, 4-zone RGB backlit, shadow black keyboard4-Zone RGB Gaming Keyboard with Copilot Key
Key Travel
1.5 mm1.7mm Key Travel
N-Key Rollover
YesAnti-Ghost Key (implied N-Key rollover capability)
Touchpad Features
Precision touchpad with multi-gesture support31% Larger Touchpad (compared to previous generation), Multi-touch
Audio
Speakers
Dual speakers with HP Audio Boost2x 2W Speakers
Audio Enhancements
DTS:X UltraNahimic 3 Audio Enhancer, Hi-Res Audio Ready
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes, 3.5 mm combo jackYes (1x Mic-in/Headphone-out Combo Jack)
Camera
Webcam
HP True Vision 1080p FHD camera with temporal noise reductionHD type (30fps@720p)
Privacy Shutter
YesNo
Enhancements
Not explicitly specified, but generally basic.
Build & Design
Material
Aluminum and plasticPlastic chassis (Black)
Color Options
Shadow BlackBlack
RGB Lighting
Yes, OMEN Light Studio4-Zone RGB Keyboard
Dimensions
14.53 x 10.21 x 0.93 inches (368.3 x 259.5 x 23.6 mm)359 x 262 x 25.5 mm (14.13" x 10.31" x 0.99")
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
YesYes
Advanced Cooling
Yes, with OMEN Tempest CoolingYes (Cooler Boost 5 with Share Pipe Design)
Software
Pre-installed OMEN Command Center for system control and customizationMSI Center, Windows 11 Home, Microsoft 365 Basic (1 Year), Office Home 2024 (lifetime), AI Engine, MSI App Player
Upgrade-Friendly Design
Up to 96GB RAM (2 slots), 1x M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen4 slot (already populated with 1TB)
Box Contents
Laptop
YesYes
Power Adapter
Yes, 280WYes, 240W AC Adapter
User Manual
YesYes
Warranty Card
YesYes, 3-Year Limited Warranty (may vary by region)
Additional Accessories
NoneMicrosoft 365 Basic (1 Year), Office Home 2024 (lifetime)
Launch Date
Release Date
2024.0July 2025 (as per current market listings)
Status
AvailableAvailable

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