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May 1, 2026 5:20 PM

HP OmniBook X (2026): 14" 3K 120Hz OLED Touch, Intel Ultra 7 356H, 16GB LPDDR5, 1TB SSD $999.99

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  • Intel Core Ultra 7 356H (1.5GHz) Processor
  • 16GB LPDDR5x-8533 RAM
  • Intel Graphics Integrated Graphics
  • 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
  • 14" 3K OLED Display
  • 2x2 Wireless LAN WiFi 7 (802.11be), Bluetooth 6.0
  • 2.87 lbs. (1.30 kg)
  • Windows 11 Home
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SPECS:
  • Intel Core Ultra 7 356H (1.5GHz) Processor
  • 16GB LPDDR5x-8533 RAM
  • Intel Graphics Integrated Graphics
  • 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
  • 14" 3K OLED Display
  • 2x2 Wireless LAN WiFi 7 (802.11be), Bluetooth 6.0
  • 2.87 lbs. (1.30 kg)
  • Windows 11 Home
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The OmniBook X looks like a slim 14 inch OLED work laptop with a strong current gen Intel Core Ultra 7 356H, 1TB SSD, and USB C ports on both sides. The 3K 120Hz touch OLED and sturdy build get the most praise, and the chip is described as efficient enough to help battery life and thermals. The main concern is the 16GB RAM, which feels tight for heavier multitasking, and the display has been flagged for a screen door effect on white text. The integrated graphics are also seen as modest, so it fits best as a polished everyday machine rather than a heavy creator rig.

  • Office workers who keep a moderate number of apps open, because the processor is efficient and the laptop stays solid for everyday work.

  • Traveling professionals who want a light 14-inch laptop, because the chassis is described as rugged and the OLED panel is sharp.

  • Shoppers wanting a bright 3K OLED touchscreen for general productivity, because the panel is praised as gorgeous and the laptop is considered a strong configuration.

  • People who prioritize battery life and cooler operation, because the processor uses less power and improves thermals.

  • Heavy multitaskers who keep dozens of browser tabs and large work files open, because 16GB RAM can feel obsolete quickly.

  • People who need a roomy screen for spreadsheets and side-by-side windows, because the 14-inch display is a smaller step down from a 17-inch laptop.

  • Readers who spend a lot of time on white backgrounds, because the display can show a noticeable screen door effect on white text.

  • Gamers who want stronger integrated graphics, because the 4-core iGPU is slower than Arc 140T and Arc 140V options.

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May 1, 2026 5:23 PM
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dealhopper2May 1, 2026 5:23 PM
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Great deal, just wish it came with more than 16GB RAM.... Thats been obsolete since... yesterday, the moment you use the darn thing for anything more than a few chrome browsers...
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May 1, 2026 5:30 PM
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BigburitoMay 1, 2026 5:30 PM
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edit: misread the multithread score on cpubenchmark.com it is actually a decent processor: https://www.cpubenchmark.net/cpu....tra+7+356H
Last edited by Bigburito May 1, 2026 at 01:35 PM.
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May 1, 2026 5:36 PM
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Chrispy1974May 1, 2026 5:36 PM
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Quote from Bigburito View quoted comment :
this cpu is pretty weak at this price other similar power level cpus (according to cpu benchmark) have been on sale recently for far less.
Really? I haven't seen anything calling out this CPU (or really any of the Panther Lake) as weak? Happy to dive into a reference though if you have one?
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Quote from Chrispy1974 View quoted comment :

Really? I haven't seen anything calling out this CPU (or really any of the Panther Lake) as weak? Happy to dive into a reference though if you have one?
He does not, neither is he speaking from any authentic sources of information. The processor is not "pretty weak" by any means. It's comparable to the previous gen Ultra 7 255H but consumes 10-12% lower power (25W TDP) thereby making it very efficient which translates to significantly better battery life and thermals.
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May 1, 2026 5:52 PM
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Chrispy1974May 1, 2026 5:52 PM
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Quote from Dr.W View quoted comment :
He does not, neither is he speaking from any authentic sources of information. The processor is not "pretty weak" by any means. It's comparable to the previous gen Ultra 7 255H but consumes 10-12% lower power (25W TDP) thereby making it very efficient which translates to significantly better battery life and thermals.
Ruggedly built, 3k tough OLED, strong (by all reports I've viewed) current gen processor...I've seen this configuration before...and the only real knock on it that I could find was the RAM...Sure, I'd prefer an X7 for the beefier GPU capabilities...but still this looks pretty solid?
May 1, 2026 6:25 PM
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immoneyhungryMay 1, 2026 6:25 PM
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If I didn't get a first gen snapdragon laptop I would have gotten this model with 32 Gb ram.
May 1, 2026 7:57 PM
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TheeeGodMay 1, 2026 7:57 PM
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My LG - gram 17" Laptop - Intel Evo Platform 13th Gen Intel Core i7 with 32GB RAM - 1TB NVMe SSD - Black is now a brick.
Would this be a suitable replacement? I do not game. Just use for work i.e. multiple tabs, excel sheets, multiple programs like word. I did like the bigger screen on the old LG and also it was very light, which was also great. Budget up to $2K.
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May 1, 2026 11:36 PM
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Hat-TrickMay 1, 2026 11:36 PM
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Who in their right mind would spend $1600 on this? If I had $1600 to spend, I'd seriously be looking at the Asus Zenbook A16 with 48GB RAM and also 3K OLED 120Hz (and the new Snapdragon X2 Elite). The A16 is brand new, but give it some time, and wait for great deals for less.
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May 1, 2026 11:40 PM
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Hat-TrickMay 1, 2026 11:40 PM
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Quote from TheeeGod View quoted comment :
My LG - gram 17" Laptop - Intel Evo Platform 13th Gen Intel Core i7 with 32GB RAM - 1TB NVMe SSD - Black is now a brick.
Would this be a suitable replacement? I do not game. Just use for work i.e. multiple tabs, excel sheets, multiple programs like word. I did like the bigger screen on the old LG and also it was very light, which was also great. Budget up to $2K.
Check out the Asus Zenbook S16 Open Box at BB...not the cheapest price for Open Box Excellent, but for the price, it's a beautifully thin and light laptop with a gorgeous 3K OLED panel. I have one and love it.

https://www.bestbuy.com/product/a...=excellent
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May 2, 2026 1:25 PM
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TheeeGodMay 2, 2026 1:25 PM
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This or the Acer Aspire 16" AI Copilot+ PC Touchscreen Laptop — Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 288V — WUXGA (1920 x 1200) — 32GB RAM — 1TB SSD — Windows 11 Home — Steel Gray at costco for $915 or keep waiting for something else? Need it for everyday use, no gaming, work related use mostly.
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May 2, 2026 7:46 PM
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NashCougMay 2, 2026 7:46 PM
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Quote from Hat-Trick View quoted comment :
Check out the Asus Zenbook S16 Open Box at BB...not the cheapest price for Open Box Excellent, but for the price, it's a beautifully thin and light laptop with a gorgeous 3K OLED panel. I have one and love it.https://www.bestbuy.com/product/a...=excellent
Bought Used Excellent Laptop - Would You Keep?

I bought an open excellent condition Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 15 inch for over 40% off MSRP ($857). I'm pretty sure this was a store model as the battery checker shows that it was in AC only no battery used. That means the battery was at 100% charge the whole time.

I ran Crystal Disk Info and it shows health status 93% good and 5435 power on hours.

I was more hoping for a laptop that someone had bought and returned a couple weeks later.

Would you keep it if you plan to use this the next 10 years?
May 3, 2026 3:59 AM
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JustyourdadMay 3, 2026 3:59 AM
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Damn, I will immediately drive to Chicago microcenter to get it if it has 32g RAM
May 3, 2026 2:29 PM
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Hat-TrickMay 3, 2026 2:29 PM
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Quote from NashCoug View quoted comment :
Bought Used Excellent Laptop - Would You Keep?

I bought an open excellent condition Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 15 inch for over 40% off MSRP ($857). I'm pretty sure this was a store model as the battery checker shows that it was in AC only no battery used. That means the battery was at 100% charge the whole time.

I ran Crystal Disk Info and it shows health status 93% good and 5435 power on hours.

I was more hoping for a laptop that someone had bought and returned a couple weeks later.

Would you keep it if you plan to use this the next 10 years?
Personally, I would not keep a known display model. I will say that I do not trust the power-on hours figure as I have seen brand new, sealed in box laptops with a reading of thousands of power on hours. I'm familiar with your laptop because I had the same laptop before the Zenbook S 16! It's a really great laptop. Is it the 16GB or 32GB version?
May 3, 2026 2:38 PM
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NashCougMay 3, 2026 2:38 PM
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Quote from Hat-Trick View quoted comment :
Personally, I would not keep a known display model. I will say that I do not trust the power-on hours figure as I have seen brand new, sealed in box laptops with a reading of thousands of power on hours. I'm familiar with your laptop because I had the same laptop before the Zenbook S 16! It's a really great laptop. Is it the 16GB or 32GB version?
32gb. I wanted a 14 inch laptop but settled on this because it was such a good deal. Going tuk return it and keep my eyes peeled. I'm between a Zenbook S or Yoga. Costco has the 14 inch aura version for $1200 and I'm hoping it goes on sale eventually. A couple of weeks ago I saw an open box excellent Zenbook S for $820. Just would be a pain to keep buying and returning if they all have 5000+ hours.

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May 3, 2026 9:29 PM
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Hat-TrickMay 3, 2026 9:29 PM
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Quote from NashCoug View quoted comment :
32gb. I wanted a 14 inch laptop but settled on this because it was such a good deal. Going tuk return it and keep my eyes peeled. I'm between a Zenbook S or Yoga. Costco has the 14 inch aura version for $1200 and I'm hoping it goes on sale eventually. A couple of weeks ago I saw an open box excellent Zenbook S for $820. Just would be a pain to keep buying and returning if they all have 5000+ hours.
I would try registering the laptop on lenovo.com and see if they give you a full year warranty. The nice thing about Lenovo is their extended warranties are affordably priced. So for a few bucks you could extend to 2-3 years ONSITE and be happy. Try it out -- you just need to create a lenovo.com account and then register a device here: https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/...myproducts

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