Don't Wait for an RTX 5080: The HP Omen RTX 4080 Super Gaming PC Is Just as Powerful for Less

Our RTX 5080 GPU review reveals performance virtually identical to the RTX 4080 Super. Stock is scarce, and pre-built systems exceed $2,500. Consider an RTX 40-series alternative.

HP Omen 35L RTX 4080 Super Gaming PC: $1,839.99

This HP Omen 35L boasts an Intel Core Ultra 5 245K CPU, RTX 4080 Super GPU, 16GB RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Originally $2,619.99, use code "DUO20" for a 20% discount, bringing the price down to $1,839.99. The base configuration includes an RTX 4070 Super GPU; upgrading to the RTX 4080 Super adds $600.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 processor is a 14-core Meteor Lake CPU with a 5.2GHz max turbo frequency. It's ideal for gaming and workstation tasks, AI-optimized, and energy-efficient. While upgrades to Core Ultra 7 or 9 are possible, high-resolution gaming gains are minimal due to GPU limitations.

The RTX 4080 Super, Nvidia's second-most powerful RTX 40-series card, delivers exceptional 4K gaming performance at high frame rates, even with ray tracing. It surpasses the RTX 4080 by 5-10% and rivals the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX, excelling in ray tracing and DLSS 3.0 support. Its performance is nearly identical to the RTX 5080, with matching VRAM.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 Super Review by Jacqueline Thomas:

"The RTX 4080 Super, like its predecessor, is a true 4K powerhouse. It consistently excels at this resolution, especially with Nvidia's DLSS. Even without DLSS or ray tracing (e.g., Total War: Warhammer 3), it delivers impressive 4K performance (79fps vs. RTX 4080's 76fps and RX 7900 XTX's 86fps)."

Upgraded RTX 4080 Super Configuration: $2,263.99

For a slightly higher price ($2,263.99 after the "DUO20" discount, originally $2,899.99), this upgraded Omen 35L offers:

• Intel Core Ultra 7 285K CPU (upgrade from Core Ultra 5)
• 32GB RAM (upgrade from 16GB)
• 2TB SSD (upgrade from 512GB SSD)
• WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 4.0 (upgrade from WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3)
• Windows 11 Pro (upgrade from Windows 11 Home)
• 240mm LCD liquid cooler (upgrade from 240mm aRGB liquid cooler)

HP Omen 35L Enhancements:

The Omen 35L features a redesigned chassis for superior cooling in a compact form factor. Internal components use standard form factors for easier upgrades. Cooling is facilitated by dual 140mm intake fans, a 120mm rear fan, and a top-mounted 240mm all-in-one liquid cooling system.

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