HP Omen 15 (2020)

HP Omen 15 (2020)

Manufacturer	HP Inc.
Product family	Omen
Release date	June 2020 (2020-06)
Introductory price	USD 1000 to 1800
Discontinued	No
Operating system	Windows 10 Home (Can be configured with Windows 10 Pro)
CPU	Intel Core i7-10750H AMD Ryzen 7 4800H
Memory	16 GB DDR4-3200 MHz (supports up to 64 GB)
Memory slots	2 user accessible
Storage	512 GB, 1 TB M.2 NVMe SSD
Storage slots	2 user accessible
Removable storage	Full-size SD card reader
Display	Screen size: 15.6 inch Panel type: IPS Coating: Anti-glare Resolution: 1920 x 1080 or 3840 x 2160 PPI: 141 Aspect ratio: 16:9 Refresh rate: 60, 144, or 300 Hz Brightness: 275 to 534 Nits Contrast ratio: 710:1 to 900:1 sRGB: 58 to 100 % Adobe RGB: 40 to 95 % P3: 71 to 100 % Screen-to-body ratio:
Graphics	Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 6 GB GDDR6 Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 6 GB GDDR6 Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 Super 8 GB GDDR6 Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 Super Max-Q 8 GB GDDR6
Sound	2 x stereo speakers w/ Bang & Olufsen tuning, DTS:X Ultra
Camera	Front: 720p
Touchpad	Glass surface, 4.7 inches (12 cm) x 3 inches (7.6 cm)
Connectivity	Intel AX201 WiFi 6 Bluetooth 5.0 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-A) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-C, DP 1.4) 1 x HDMI 2.0 1 x Mini DisplayPort 1.4 1 x 3.5mm headphone/microphone jack
Dimensions	W: 14.1 inches (36 cm) D: 9.4 inches (24 cm) H: 0.89 inches (2.3 cm)
Mass	5.4 pounds (2.4 kg)
Power brick	200W AC adapter
Battery	6 cell Li-Polymer 70.9 Wh
Keyboard	Per-key RGB backlit, four-zone RGB backlit, white backlit
Chassis	Color: Black Materials: Plastic lid, aluminum keyboard deck, plastic bottom cover Cooling: Dual-fan cooling system with large intake and vents along the back and sides
Number pad	No
Fingerprint reader	No
Facial recognition	No
Predecessor	HP Omen 15 (2019)
Website	HP

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The HP Omen 15 (2020) is a mid-range gaming laptop that offers a variety of configurations with both Intel and AMD processors, and Nvidia GeForce GTX and RTX graphics cards. It is designed to provide a balance between performance and affordability, making it suitable for both gaming and productivity tasks.

Primary Hardware

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Processor

The HP Omen 15 (2020) can be configured with the following processors:

• Intel Core i7-10750H with 6 cores and 12 threads, 12 MB cache, and a max frequency of 5.0 GHz.
• AMD Ryzen 7 4800H with 8 cores and 16 threads, 8 MB cache, and a max frequency of 4.2 GHz.

The Intel Core i7-10750H offers high clock speeds and good performance in both performance and balance modes. It is particularly strong in multi-core tasks, outperforming many competitors. The AMD Ryzen 7 4800H is noted for its excellent multi-core performance, outperforming Intel's counterparts by about 50% in multi-core applications.

Benchmarks:

• Cinebench R15 CPU Multi 64Bit: 1909 Points (Ryzen 7 4800H)
• Cinebench R20 CPU (Multi Core): 7925 Points (Ryzen 7 4800H)
• Geekbench 5.5 Multi-Core: 14366 Points (Ryzen 7 4800H)

Graphics

The HP Omen 15 (2020) can be configured with the following discrete GPUs:

• Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti with 6 GB GDDR6 memory.
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060 with 6 GB GDDR6 memory.
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 Super with 8 GB GDDR6 memory.
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 Super Max-Q with 8 GB GDDR6 memory.

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 Super Max-Q delivers excellent gaming performance, capable of handling demanding AAA games at high settings. The RTX 2060 offers a balanced performance for gaming, reaching consistent frame rates at 1080p resolution. The GTX 1660 Ti provides good frame rates in various games and maintains its 80-watt limit.

Benchmarks:

• 3DMark Fire Strike Graphics: 16362 Points (RTX 2060)
• 3DMark Time Spy Graphics: 6164 Points (RTX 2060)
• 3DMark 11 Performance GPU: 22138 Points (RTX 2060)
• Red Dead Redemption 2: 38.8 FPS (Balanced settings, 4K, RTX 2070 Super Max-Q)
• Far Cry 5: 45 FPS (High settings, 4K, RTX 2070 Super Max-Q)
• Shadow of the Tomb Raider: 44 FPS (High settings, 4K, RTX 2070 Super Max-Q)

Memory

The HP Omen 15 (2020) supports up to 64 GB of DDR4-3200 MHz memory across two SO-DIMM slots. Pre-configured models typically come with 16 GB of RAM, which is sufficient for most gaming and productivity tasks.

Benchmarks:

• No specific memory benchmarks were provided in the reviews.

Storage

The HP Omen 15 (2020) can be configured with 512 GB or 1 TB M.2 NVMe SSDs. The laptop has two M.2 slots, allowing for storage upgrades.

The 1 TB SSD provides ample storage space and good performance for gaming. The Samsung PM981a 1 TB SSD ensures quick boot times and fast data access. The 512 GB WDC PC SN730 NVMe SSD offers excellent performance with sequential read and write speeds exceeding 2000 MB/s.

Benchmarks:

• CrystalDiskMark 5.2 / 6 Read Seq Q32T1: 2869 MB/s, Write Seq Q32T1: 2706 MB/s (512 GB WDC PC SN730 NVMe SSD)
• AS SSD Score Total: 5075 Points (512 GB WDC PC SN730 NVMe SSD)

Co-processors

The HP Omen 15 (2020) does not feature any dedicated co-processors for AI or other specialized tasks.

Input Devices

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Keyboard

The HP Omen 15 (2020) comes with a standard keyboard layout that includes a numpad and four zones of RGB backlighting. Some variants offer per-key RGB lighting.

The keyboard is responsive and offers a decent typing experience, although the keys are a bit small. The inclusion of a numpad is a nice touch for productivity tasks. The keyboard layout is functional and includes backlighting, but it takes some getting used to.

Touchpad

The HP Omen 15 (2020) features a glass surface touchpad with a precision mechanism. It measures 4.7 inches (12 cm) x 3 inches (7.6 cm).

The touchpad works fine for gestures and tracking, but the click mechanism feels sluggish and not as responsive as desired. Some users have reported reliability issues where tap to click sometimes doesn’t work.

Webcam

The HP Omen 15 (2020) comes with a 720p front-facing webcam.

The webcam is functional but lacks Windows Hello support. It is suitable for video conferencing and meetings, even in low-light situations.

Microphone

The HP Omen 15 (2020) features a dual microphone array.

The microphone performs adequately, allowing clear communication even with the fan at max speed.

Output Devices

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Display

The HP Omen 15 (2020) offers several display options:

• 15.6 inches, 1920 x 1080, IPS, 60 Hz, 275 nits, 58% sRGB, 40% AdobeRGB
• 15.6 inches, 1920 x 1080, IPS, 144 Hz, 300 nits, 72% NTSC
• 15.6 inches, 1920 x 1080, IPS, 300 Hz, good color accuracy and color gamut
• 15.6 inches, 3840 x 2160, AMOLED, 60 Hz, 534 nits, 100% sRGB, 95% AdobeRGB, 100% DCI-P3

The 4K AMOLED display is stunning with spot-on color and contrast, excellent brightness, and minimal glare, making it suitable for both gaming and professional design work. The 144 Hz display is perfect for gaming but not suitable for productivity work due to its resolution, color accuracy, and brightness. The 300 Hz display is good for gaming and content creation.

Benchmarks:

• Brightness: 534 nits (4K AMOLED)
• Color Gamut: 100% sRGB, 95% AdobeRGB, 100% DCI-P3 (4K AMOLED)
• Brightness Distribution: 88%, Contrast: 900:1, ΔE Color: 4.54, ΔE Greyscale: 2.1, 58% sRGB, 40% AdobeRGB (60 Hz FHD)

Audio

The HP Omen 15 (2020) comes with dual stereo speakers tuned by Bang & Olufsen and DTS:X Ultra.

The speakers are loud and full, though they lack a bit of bass. They remain unmuffled even when the laptop is sitting flat. The speakers sound average with a little bass and clear audio at maximum volume.

Connectivity

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WiFi

The HP Omen 15 (2020) is equipped with an Intel AX201 WiFi 6 module.

WiFi 6 ensures a good internet connection for gaming.

Bluetooth

The HP Omen 15 (2020) comes with a Bluetooth 5.0 module.

SD Card Reader

The HP Omen 15 (2020) includes a full-size SD card reader.

The SD card slot performs adequately with better read speeds than write speeds.

USB

The HP Omen 15 (2020) is equipped with the following USB ports:

• 3 x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5 Gbps)
• 1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5 Gbps) with DisplayPort 1.4

Display Outputs

The HP Omen 15 (2020) comes with the following display outputs:

• 1 x HDMI 2.0
• 1 x Mini DisplayPort 1.4

The laptop supports up to three external displays, making it suitable for VR.

Case

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The HP Omen 15 (2020) is available in a flat black finish with an iridescent diamond logo on the lid. The chassis is made of plastic and aluminum, with a plastic lid, aluminum keyboard deck, and plastic bottom cover.

The design is mature and can fit into both gaming and professional settings. The main chassis is rigid with some flex in the lid, and the overall build quality is solid. The build quality is good for a budget laptop, and it is decently thin and light for a laptop with such a powerful graphics card. The plastic lid has a lot of screen flex and is soft, but it is unlikely to crack the display.

Maintenance

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The bottom panel is held on by 8 Phillips-head screws, making it easy to open.

Upgradeable components:

• 70.9 WHr battery.
• Two M.2 2280 PCIe4 x4 SSDs.
• Two DDR4-3200 SODIMMs (supports up to 64 GB).
• Wi* WiFi 6 card.

Cooling System

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The HP Omen 15 (2020) features a dual-fan cooling system with large intake and vents along the back and sides.

Heat

The cooling system is designed to handle the high-performance components effectively. The gap between the lid and the deck allows air to go through, improving airflow. The intake grille brings air in and pushes it out through the bottom.

The laptop maintains excellent thermal performance, not exceeding 90 degrees Celsius under heavy loads. The keyboard area remains cool, especially the WASD keys. The CPU temperatures can reach 97 to 98 degrees in performance mode, with high clock speeds and 77 watts of CPU power. In balance mode, CPU temps stay below 80 degrees.

Benchmarks:

• Maximum CPU temperature: 97-98 °C (performance mode)
• Maximum CPU temperature: <80 °C (balance mode)
• Maximum GPU temperature: 67 °C (RTX 2070 Super Max-Q)

Noise

The fan noise varies depending on the load and performance mode. Under full load in performance mode, fan noise reaches close to 60 decibels. In balance mode, it is around 52 to 53 decibels. On idle in balance mode, it is about 44 decibels.

The fans do not go completely silent at idle, but the noise is not annoying. The fan noise isn't excessively loud during operation. The fan noise is moderate during idle but becomes quite loud under load, reaching up to 51 dB(A) during gaming.

Benchmarks:

• Idle: ~44 dB(A) (balance mode)
• Load: ~60 dB(A) (performance mode)
• Load: ~51 dB(A) (gaming)

Energy Management

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Power Consumption

The HP Omen 15 (2020) ships with a 200W AC adapter.

The laptop can only be charged using the barrel connector that comes in the box. It does not support charging via the Thunderbolt 3 port. The power consumption is relatively low for a gaming laptop, with idle consumption between 4 to 22 watts and load consumption up to 182 watts.

Benchmarks:

• Idle: 4-22 W
• Load: up to 182 W

Battery Life

The HP Omen 15 (2020) comes with a 70.9 WHr Li-Polymer battery.

Battery life is above average for a gaming laptop. It lasted an hour and 18 minutes in PCMark's gaming rundown test and three hours and 40 minutes in the office rundown test. Battery life is not great, initially around two hours for simple productivity tasks. After an update, battery life improved to three hours in balance mode. The battery life is excellent, lasting more than 8 hours in YouTube playback and over 2 hours while gaming.

Benchmarks:

• PCMark Gaming Rundown: 1h 18min
• Office Rundown: 3h 40min
• YouTube Playback: >8h
• Gaming: >2h

Biometrics

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The HP Omen 15 (2020) does not support Windows Hello face recognition and does not have a fingerprint reader.

Software

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All SKUs ship with Windows 10 Home, but the laptop can be upgraded to Windows 10 Pro, either manually or when buying directly from HP.

Preinstalled Software

Omen Gaming Hub

The Omen Gaming Hub software includes features like remote play, AI-based coaching, desktop gallery, games library, system diagnostics, CPU undervolting, performance adjustment, network booster, and graphics switcher.

NVIDIA GeForce Experience

You can switch between studio drivers or gaming drivers using NVIDIA's GeForce Experience.

Other Preinstalled Software

The laptop also comes with other preinstalled software like Command Center and Setup Guide.

Linux Support

There is no specific mention of Linux support in the reviews.

Accessories & Warranty

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The HP Omen 15 (2020) comes with a 200W AC adapter and paperwork.

There is a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.

Reviews Summary

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Overall Sentiment

The HP Omen 15 (2020) is considered one of the best gaming laptops at its price point, offering high CPU and GPU performance relative to competitors. It is suitable for budget-conscious gamers looking for a high-performance gaming laptop without breaking the bank. The laptop also comes with a decent screen for gaming and is highly upgradeable. The primary downsides are the poor battery life, large size, and weight, which make it unsuitable for portable use away from an outlet for a long time.

Problems Summary

• Plastic lid has a lot of screen flex.
• No support for charging via Thunderbolt 3 port.
• Trackpad has reliability issues.
• Mediocre 60 Hz display option.
• High noise levels under load.
• Less stable lid.
• Below average battery life.
• Heavy and large size.

Links

Intel i7-10750H, RTX 2070 Super Max-Q, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD: MatthewMoniz

Intel 10th-Gen Comet Lake, RTX 2060, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD: MaxTech

Intel version (high spec): Dave2D

Intel i7-10750H, RTX 2070 Super Max-Q, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB SSD: WindowsCentral

AMD Ryzen 7 4800H, GTX 1660 Ti, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD: JarrodsTech

AMD Ryzen 7 4800H, RTX 2060, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD: NoteBookCheck