Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro vs HP Omen 16 (2024)
The Verdict
The Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro and HP Omen 16 (2024) sit in the same category and end up appealing to slightly different buyers. The HP Omen 16 (2024) is the cheaper of the two at $1,399 versus $1,999, a difference of about $600. The Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro is the newer release, which usually means a faster chipset and longer software support. Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro stands out for m5 pro: 18-core cpu with super cores, 4x ai performance vs m4, while HP Omen 16 (2024) is praised for rtx 4070 delivers strong 1440p gaming performance. Use the side-by-side spec table below to compare cameras, displays, battery life and connectivity in detail and decide which one fits your priorities.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro if…
- →M5 Pro: 18-core CPU with super cores, 4x AI performance vs M4
- →Thunderbolt 5 connectivity
- →Up to 24 hours battery life
Buy the HP Omen 16 (2024) if…
- →RTX 4070 delivers strong 1440p gaming performance
- →240Hz QHD+ display ideal for competitive gaming
- →OMEN Command Center software for easy tuning
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro
Pros
- M5 Pro: 18-core CPU with super cores, 4x AI performance vs M4
- Thunderbolt 5 connectivity
- Up to 24 hours battery life
- Wi-Fi 7 via N1 chip
- Starts at 1TB storage
Cons
- $1999 starting price
- No touchscreen
- Non-upgradable RAM and storage
HP Omen 16 (2024)
Pros
- RTX 4070 delivers strong 1440p gaming performance
- 240Hz QHD+ display ideal for competitive gaming
- OMEN Command Center software for easy tuning
- Good port selection with three USB-A and SD card
- Upgradeable storage and memory
Cons
- Display brightness of 300 nits is underwhelming
- Thermal management runs fans loud under load
- Heavy and bulky for a 16-inch gaming laptop
- Battery life short at around 7 hours
- Plastic chassis lacks premium feel
Full Specifications
| Spec | Apple MacBook Pro 14" M5 Pro | HP Omen 16 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Software | macOS 17 | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 1.55 kg | 2.36 kg |
| Material | Recycled aluminum | Aluminum lid with plastic chassis |
| Dimensions | 15.5 x 22.1 x 1.55 cm | 361.5 x 262.7 x 23.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| MagSafe | — | |
| Thunderbolt ports | 3 | 1 |
| USB-A ports | — | 3 |
| USB-C ports | — | 1 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 24 hours | Up to 7 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 72.4 Wh | 83 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2 inches | 16.1 inches |
| Type | Liquid Retina XDR, nano-texture option | QHD+ IPS 240Hz |
| Resolution | 3024 x 1964 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz ProMotion | 240Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1600 | 300 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB / 2 TB / 4 TB | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 24 GB / 48 GB | 16 GB DDR5 |
| Cores | 18 cores (6 super + 12 performance) | 20-core (8P+12E) |
| Chipset | Apple M5 Pro (18-core CPU, 20-core GPU) | Intel Core i7-14700HX |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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