HP introduces its rival to Apple’s iMac, one that can even ‘charge and drive’ a laptop; and we can’t wait to review them
- The OmniStudio
- HP chooses to stick with Intel and its Core Ultra 7 CPU range
- A smaller version of the OmniStudio X with a 27.5-inch display is also available
HP has introduced the OmniStudio
Both models are powered by Intel’s Core Ultra processors and Arc Graphics GPUs, with 16 GB or 32 GB LPDDR5X-8533 MT/s RAM and four PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD storage options; 2TB, 1TB, 512GB or 256GB.
The display is available in Full HD (1920 x 1080) touch and non-touch options, as well as a 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) non-touch variant.
HP OmniStudio
All display options feature IPS technology with anti-reflective coating and support 99% sRGB color accuracy, as well as TUV Eyesafe and flicker-free technology to combat blue light emissions.
Expect 550 nits of brightness and HDR 600 support, covering 95% of the DCI-P3 color gamut.
The Ultra 7 258V, Ultra 7 256V and Ultra 5 226V processors in the OmniStudio
Connectivity options include USB Type-C and Type-A ports, HDMI In and Out ports, a headphone/microphone combo jack, and an RJ-45 Ethernet port. It also supports Intel, MediaTek or Realtek Wi-Fi options along with Bluetooth support up to 5.4.
Both models include AI-enhanced productivity tools, such as the HP AI Companion, and security features such as adaptive dimming and leave lock.
The HP AI Companion allows users to ask questions, get intelligent help, analyze personal files, and optimize their system through personalized PC settings and support.
While AI energy consumption remains an issue, HP claims that the OmniStudio