![]() MSI Katana 15 with RTX 4070
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Overview | ||
Brand | ||
HP | GIGABYTE | |
Model | ||
OMEN MAX 16 Pro Gaming Laptop (2025 Model, e.g., 16-ak0xxx variant) | AORUS Elite 16 BWHC3USC65SH | |
Graphics | ||
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | |
RTX 5070 Laptops | ||
RAM | ||
64GB DDR5-5600MHz | 32GB DDR5-5600MHz | |
64GB Laptops | 32GB Laptops | ||
Storage | ||
1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD | 2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD | |
1TB Laptops | 2TB Laptops | ||
Display | ||
16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS, 240Hz | 16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS, 165Hz | |
Operating System | ||
Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home | |
Weight | ||
2.68 kg or 5.91 lbs | 2.3 kg or 5.1 lbs | |
Color | ||
Shadow Black | Gray Tide | |
Processor | ||
CPU | ||
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2) | |
AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 Processor Laptops | Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2) Laptops | ||
Architecture | ||
Zen 5 (Strix Point) | Arrow Lake-HX (2nd Gen Core Ultra) | |
Cores | ||
12 (4 Performance-cores + 8 Efficient-cores) | 24 (8 Performance-cores + 16 Efficient-cores) | |
Threads | ||
24.0 | 24.0 | |
Base Clock | ||
2.0 GHz | 2.7 GHz (P-core), 2.1 GHz (E-core) | |
Max Turbo Boost | ||
Up to 5.1 GHz | Up to 5.4 GHz (P-core Max Turbo Frequency) | |
Cache | ||
24MB L3 Cache | 36MB L3 Cache | |
TDP | ||
45W (Processor Base Power, Total System Power up to 250W with Unleashed Mode) | 55W (Processor Base Power, Max TDP 170W CPU+GPU) | |
Additional Features | ||
AMD Ryzen AI (up to 55 NPU TOPS), Copilot+ PC certified | Intel AI Boost NPU (up to 13 TOPS), GiMATE AI agent, Embedded LLM for local AI processing. | |
Display | ||
Screen Size | ||
16 inches (40.64 cm) | 16 inches (40.64 cm) | |
Resolution | ||
2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) | 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) | |
Refresh Rate | ||
240Hz | 165Hz | |
Response Time | ||
3ms (G2G) | 3ms | |
Panel Type | ||
IPS, micro-edge, anti-glare | IPS Display, Anti-Glare | |
Color Gamut | ||
100% sRGB | 100% sRGB | |
Brightness | ||
500 nits | 400 nits (typical) | |
Aspect Ratio | ||
16:10 | 16:10 | |
Additional Features | ||
Low Blue Light, NVIDIA® G-SYNC™ Support, Variable Refresh Rate support | G-SYNC, Low Blue Light technology, Flicker-Free certified, 4-sided Super-slim Bezels (3mm) | |
Graphics | ||
GPU | ||
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU | |
VRAM | ||
8GB GDDR7 | 8GB GDDR7 | |
Architecture | ||
NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series) | NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series) | |
TGP | ||
115W (Total Graphics Power with Dynamic Boost) | 115W (Max TGP with Dynamic Boost) | |
Ray Tracing | ||
Yes, with 4th Gen RT Cores | Yes, with 4th Gen RT Cores | |
DLSS Support | ||
Yes, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation | Yes, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation | |
Additional Features | ||
NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Reflex 2, AI-enhanced performance | NVIDIA Advanced Optimus DDS Technology, 798 AI TOPS (GPU only) | |
Memory | ||
RAM Type | ||
DDR5 | DDR5 | |
RAM Speed | ||
5600MHz | 5600MHz | |
Expandable Memory | ||
Yes, up to 64GB (2x DDR5 SO-DIMM slots, 2x32GB configured for 64GB) | Yes, up to 64GB (2x SO-DIMM Slots) | |
Storage | ||
Primary Storage | ||
1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD | 2TB PCIe Gen4x4 NVMe M.2 SSD | |
Secondary Storage Options | ||
1 additional M.2 SSD slot available (2 total M.2 slots, supports Gen4 and potentially Gen5 in some configurations) | 1 additional PCIe Gen4x4 M.2 Slot available (Total 2x M.2 slots), supports up to 4TB total storage. | |
RAID Support | ||
Not explicitly specified, but dual M.2 slots can sometimes support RAID configurations. | Not explicitly specified, but dual M.2 slots can sometimes support RAID configurations. | |
Gaming Features | ||
Dedicated Gaming Keys | ||
Not explicitly specified, but full-size keyboard with numeric keypad. | Not explicitly specified, but a gaming-optimized keyboard. | |
RGB Customization | ||
Per-Key RGB backlit keyboard, customizable in OMEN Gaming Hub, RGB Light Bar. | 3-zone RGB backlit keyboard, Iridescent AORUS Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector). | |
Game Optimization | ||
OMEN AI, OMEN Gaming Hub (Optimizer, Network Booster, Unleashed mode for manual overclock control) | GIGABYTE GiMATE (AI Agent for performance optimization and customization), AI Cooling. | |
Performance | ||
Cooling Technology | ||
OMEN Tempest Cooling Pro (Vapor Chamber, upgraded hybrid thermal compound, intelligent IR thermopile sensor, optimized airflow, dual fans, additional heat pipes) | WINDFORCE Infinity (Dual 84-blade Fans, 5x High-coverage Heat Pipes, 0.1mm Thin Fins, 3D VortX Air-Channeling with 4-way outlets, Keyboard & D-cover Inlets, Icy Touch Design, 0dB Ambient Experience via GiMATE) | |
Overclocking Support | ||
Yes (Unleashed mode in OMEN Gaming Hub for manual overclock control) | Yes (Intel Core Ultra HX processor offers overclocking headrooms) | |
Performance Modes | ||
Available via OMEN Gaming Hub (e.g., Quiet, Balanced, Performance, Unleashed mode) | Dynamically adapts via GiMATE AI Cooling, user-controlled modes likely available. | |
Benchmark Scores | ||
Not explicitly specified by HP, but expected strong performance for AAA titles. | Not explicitly specified by Gigabyte. | |
Battery | ||
Capacity | ||
83 Wh Li-ion polymer, 6-cell | 99Wh Battery Capacity | |
Backup Time | ||
Not explicitly specified, but typical for powerful gaming laptops (approx. 5-8 hours for light use). | Not explicitly specified, but large capacity for gaming laptop. | |
Charging Type | ||
Supports battery fast charge (approximately 50% in 30 minutes), USB-C Power Delivery (up to 100W) | Fast Charge to 50% in 30 minutes, PD 3.0 Type-C Charging Support. | |
Power Adapter | ||
330W AC Power Adapter | 240W AC Adapter | |
Connectivity | ||
WiFi | ||
MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 MT7925 (2x2) (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with MU-MIMO Support (2x2) | |
Ethernet | ||
Integrated 10/100/1000/2500 GbE LAN (2.5 Gigabit Ethernet) | RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet) | |
Bluetooth | ||
5.4 | 5.4 | |
Ports | ||
2x USB Type-C® 40Gbps signaling rate (USB Power Delivery 3.1, DisplayPort™ 2.1, HP Sleep and Charge), 2x USB Type-A 10Gbps signaling rate, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ-45, 1x Headphone/microphone combo, 1x AC smart pin (power port) | 1x Thunderbolt™ 5 (Type C, DP 2.1 and PD 3.0), 1x Thunderbolt™ 4 (Type C, DP 1.4 and PD 3.0), 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ-45, 1x microSD Card Reader, 1x 3.5mm Audio Combo Jack, 1x Power-adapter port | |
Keyboard & Touchpad | ||
Keyboard Type | ||
Full-size, per-key RGB backlit, shadow black keyboard with numeric keypad and NKRO Anti-Ghosting Key technology | 3-zone RGB backlit membrane keyboard with N-Key rollover | |
Key Travel | ||
Not explicitly specified, but described as comfortable with good travel. | 1.7mm key travel | |
N-Key Rollover | ||
NKRO Anti-Ghosting Key technology | N-Key Rollover, Full Anti-Ghosting | |
Touchpad Features | ||
HP Imagepad with Multi-touch Gesture Support, potentially haptic feedback (varies by config) | Multi-touch trackpad with gesture control, 26% larger operating area | |
Audio | ||
Speakers | ||
Dual speakers tuned by HyperX | 2x 2W Speakers | |
Audio Enhancements | ||
DTS:X® Ultra; HP Audio Boost; HyperX | Dual-channel Smart Amplifier system, Dolby Atmos®, Dolby Vision®, Built-in Microphones | |
Dedicated Audio Jack | ||
Yes (Headphone/microphone combo) | Yes (3.5mm Audio Combo Jack) | |
Camera | ||
Webcam | ||
HP True Vision 1080p FHD IR camera with temporal noise reduction and integrated dual array digital microphones | FHD 1080p IR Camera | |
Enhancements | ||
Windows Hello support, AI features for video quality (implied by OMEN AI) | Windows Hello Facial Recognition Log-in | |
Privacy Shutter | ||
Yes (Camera privacy shutter) | No | |
Build & Design | ||
Material | ||
Shadow black aluminum (cover and base, for MAX series), plastic chassis | Chassis details not fully specified, but a sleek design with iridescent logo. | |
Color Options | ||
Shadow Black | Gray Tide | |
RGB Lighting | ||
Per-Key RGB keyboard, RGB Light Bar, RGB in keyboard frame | 3-zone RGB Keyboard, Iridescent Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector) | |
Dimensions | ||
35.65 x 26.9 x 2.29 cm (front); 35.65 x 26.9 x 2.48 cm (rear) / 14.04 x 10.59 x 0.9 - 0.98 inches | 26 x 357 x 254 mm (H x W x D) / 1.02 x 14.05 x 10 inches | |
Additional Features | ||
Premium construction with sleek finish, durable metal construction | Patented 4-sided Super-slim Bezels, Icy Touch Design on keyboard area. | |
Special Features | ||
Virtual Reality Ready | ||
Yes | Yes | |
Advanced Cooling | ||
Yes (OMEN Tempest Cooling Pro with Vapor Chamber and Cryo Compound) | Yes (WINDFORCE Infinity with Vapor Chamber, high-density fins) | |
Software | ||
OMEN Gaming Hub, Windows 11 Home, Microsoft Copilot, DTS:X Ultra, HyperX, Xbox Game Pass (3-month trial) | Windows 11 Home, GIGABYTE GiMATE (AI Agent), AI Cooling, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, Windows Hello. | |
Upgrade-Friendly Design | ||
User-accessible memory slots, SSD upgradeability (2 M.2 slots for easy expansion or RAID). | Expandable RAM (up to 64GB), Dual-slot PCIe 4.0 SSDs (up to 4TB). | |
AI PC Features | ||
AMD Ryzen AI NPU for accelerated AI workloads, OMEN AI for performance optimization, Copilot+ PC certified. | Intel AI Boost NPU, GIGABYTE GiMATE AI Agent, Embedded LLM for AI tasks. | |
Box Contents | ||
Laptop | ||
Yes | Yes | |
Power Adapter | ||
Yes, 330W AC Power Adapter | Yes, 240W AC Adapter | |
User Manual | ||
Yes | Yes | |
Warranty Card | ||
Yes, 1-year limited hardware warranty (may include extended warranty as an add-on, specific to region) | Yes, 2-year manufacturer's guarantee | |
Additional Accessories | ||
PCO Laptop Cooler (as bundled), Microsoft Copilot, Xbox Game Pass (3-month trial) | None explicitly mentioned beyond standard accessories. | |
Launch Date | ||
Release Date | ||
April 2025 (as per current market listings and HP announcements at CES 2025) | 2025 (model year, available from Q2/Q3 2025) | |
Status | ||
Available | Available |
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