HP OMEN 17 vs Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro
The Verdict
HP OMEN 17 and Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro target different users entirely. The OMEN 17 is a gaming powerhouse with a 17.3-inch IPS display at 2560x1440 resolution and blazing 240Hz refresh rate, paired with an Intel Core i9-13900HX (24 cores), 32GB DDR5 RAM, and 1TB storage. Its 83Wh battery manages only 5 hours, which is typical for high-performance gaming laptops. The Galaxy Book5 Pro takes the productivity and portability route, weighing just 3.44 lbs versus the OMEN's hefty 6.39 lbs. Its 16-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display reaches 500 nits brightness with 2880x1800 resolution and 120Hz refresh, making it excellent for creative work and media consumption. Battery life hits an impressive 18 hours with the Core Ultra 7 265V and 16GB RAM. Storage capacity favors the OMEN at 1TB, while the Galaxy Book5 Pro limits you to 512GB without expansion. Port connectivity differs too: the OMEN offers more USB-A ports (3 vs 0), while the Galaxy Book5 Pro doubles down on Thunderbolt connections (2 vs 1). At $1799 versus $1449, the OMEN justifies its premium for gaming and demanding workloads, whereas the Galaxy Book5 Pro delivers better value for professionals prioritizing mobility and battery endurance.
Who Should Buy
Buy the HP OMEN 17 if…
- →Large 17.3-inch QHD 240Hz display is excellent for gaming
- →RTX 4080 Laptop GPU handles AAA titles at high settings
- →24-core i9-13900HX excels at multitasking and content creation
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro if…
- →Stunning 120Hz AMOLED display is the best screen on any Windows ultrabook
- →18-hour battery life matches MacBook Air endurance
- →Incredibly thin at 0.47 inches and light at 3.44 lbs
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
HP OMEN 17
Pros
- Large 17.3-inch QHD 240Hz display is excellent for gaming
- RTX 4080 Laptop GPU handles AAA titles at high settings
- 24-core i9-13900HX excels at multitasking and content creation
- OMEN Tempest cooling keeps the machine relatively quiet
- Three USB-A ports provide legacy device compatibility
Cons
- 6.39 lbs and 15.7 inches wide — not portable at all
- 5-hour battery life is poor for non-gaming use
- 300-nit brightness is dim for a $1,799 gaming laptop
- Only one Thunderbolt 4 port
- Plastic components in the build feel less premium than all-aluminum rivals
Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro
Pros
- Stunning 120Hz AMOLED display is the best screen on any Windows ultrabook
- 18-hour battery life matches MacBook Air endurance
- Incredibly thin at 0.47 inches and light at 3.44 lbs
- Galaxy ecosystem integration with Samsung phones and tablets
- HDMI and SD card slot included despite the thin chassis
Cons
- Intel Core Ultra 7 265V is efficient but not a performance powerhouse
- No discrete GPU for gaming or heavy creative work
- 512 GB base storage is tight at this price
- AMOLED panel can drain battery faster at high brightness
Full Specifications
| Spec | HP OMEN 17 | Samsung Galaxy Book5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 6.39 lbs (2.90 kg) | 3.44 lbs (1.56 kg) |
| Material | Aluminum and plastic | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 15.74 x 10.87 x 0.93 inches | 14.04 x 9.86 x 0.47 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB-A ports | 3 | — |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 1 | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 5 hours | Up to 18 hours |
| Capacity | 83 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 17.3 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | IPS anti-glare | Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 240Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | 500 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe (dual slot) | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 32 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 24 cores (8P + 16E) | 8 cores (4P + 4E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i9-13900HX (13th Gen) | Intel Core Ultra 7 265V |
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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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