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This OMEN 45L configuration is mainly a way to get into an RTX 5090 desktop, with the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K and 1 TB SSD making it a strong high-end base. The EPP path can land around $3,900 before tax, though the same machine was lower last month and the accessory discount only works under account and cart limits. The 16 GB memory and nonmodular HP power supply also make upgrades less convenient. A solid starting point if you want the 5090 first and can live with the platform quirks.
Gamers chasing a 5090 desktop, because the GPU upgrade is priced as the main value and the Intel chip is still strong enough for the rest of the build.
Gamers who want the strongest gaming CPU out of the box, because the Intel configuration is described as weaker for gaming than the AMD 9800X3D option.
Builders planning a straightforward case swap, because the motherboard lacks a front-panel USB-C header and the non-modular PSU and wiring can require adapters.
The 25% accessory discount worked for some carts but not all, and it appears to be limited to one PC per account/order setup. It also expired on 8/15, so availability depends on timing and account history.
The Intel Ultra 7 265K version is better for productivity, while the AMD 9800X3D version is better for gaming and comes with 16GB more RAM in the cited configs. The AMD option also has a more modern motherboard/case setup with front-panel USB-C.
The PSU is not modular and only includes a 12V connector, so swapping to an 8-pin GPU can leave you short a cable. Moving the system into a standard case may also require front-panel USB-C adapters and a power-switch rewire harness, and some USB-C adapters can limit the front port to USB 2.0 speed.
Pretty expensive but in this market it's probably buy a 5090, get the rest of the PC for free. If you are in this market it's probably a good deal but are you really deal hunting at 5090 price points?
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lol finally. A bit expensive for me though
Last month I got this config for $3650. This is $3900 now. Idk if I wanna get 4 again this time
The following only matters to some.
PSU is not modular and only came with 12v connector. If you swap GPU out for 8pin GPU card, you will be missing that connector. $14
If you swap the motherboard out to a standard case, you'll need a seven dollar and a five dollar connectors for the front panel USB-C, which is missing on the motherboard and you need the power
switch rewire harness.
maintain compat and allow the front-usb-A port to work, usb 2.0 speed though. but I usually have usb-c that are higher bw so I don't care. https://www.amazon.com/WLGQ-9-Pin...B0G1HGLM9X
Alternative but I don't like it as much cuz this makes front usb-c run at usb 2.0 speed. https://www.amazon.com/SSSUWP-Mot...B0FDK6PYHJ
-- I don't like this, it makes the front usb-C run at USB-2.0 speed. I rather use the first connector to make the front-usb-c faster and the front usb-A slower with this other adapter.
In case you are worried about the "omg HP has proprietary parts" which is overblown
Last edited by Elon69 August 12, 2026 at 07:19 AM.
So FWIW, the memory options on this build are quite bad. If you switch over to the AMD builds, you can bet better CPU and memory selection.I was able to spec a 9800x3d, 64gb DDR5 (2x32), 5090, 1 TB ssd for $4599 + $45 xbox controller. Also specced a 9800x3d, 32gb DDR5 (1x32), 5090, 1 TB ssd for $4123 + $45 xbox controller.I'd rather pay the extra money for the ram and better CPU personally.
So FWIW, the memory options on this build are quite bad. If you switch over to the AMD builds, you can bet better CPU and memory selection.I was able to spec a 9800x3d, 64gb DDR5 (2x32), 5090, 1 TB ssd for $4599 + $45 xbox controller. Also specced a 9800x3d, 32gb DDR5 (1x32), 5090, 1 TB ssd for $4123 + $45 xbox controller.I'd rather pay the extra money for the ram and better CPU personally.
Yes, if I were to get a whole box, I would. In fact I did 9950x3d + 64GB (2 x 32) + 1TB back in June. I added 3 year HP care as well.
My option here is for someone like Elon to get cheaper 5090 card.
Yes, lowest cost to acquire a 5090 is the game. ty ty.
My purchase last month for this same exact machine pre-tax was $3640 when I looked back at my costs.
This is $3900. - whooping $260 increase per machine. yikes.
Other weirdness since this is accessory bundle, only 1 max instead of 2 in a single order. The max was 2 machines per account in the same coupon period. I know. lol.
Another friend on the internet said there were some other CC so I am looking for it. lol.
I only value the PC parts with GPU at $750 so a cost increase of $260 is pretty high to me...
I might still buy some. I'm a degenerate and was waiting for 5090 deals for a while.
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This OMEN 45L configuration is mainly a way to get into an RTX 5090 desktop, with the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K and 1 TB SSD making it a strong high-end base. The EPP path can land around $3,900 before tax, though the same machine was lower last month and the accessory discount only works under account and cart limits. The 16 GB memory and nonmodular HP power supply also make upgrades less convenient. A solid starting point if you want the 5090 first and can live with the platform quirks.
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Last month I got this config for $3650. This is $3900 now. Idk if I wanna get 4 again this time
The following only matters to some.
PSU is not modular and only came with 12v connector. If you swap GPU out for 8pin GPU card, you will be missing that connector. $14
If you swap the motherboard out to a standard case, you'll need a seven dollar and a five dollar connectors for the front panel USB-C, which is missing on the motherboard and you need the power
switch rewire harness.
To adjust for the missing usb-C header on the motherboard if you swap everything to a standard case.
https://www.amazon.com/Alrhso-Ver...B0GSRWG2K
maintain compat and allow the front-usb-A port to work, usb 2.0 speed though. but I usually have usb-c that are higher bw so I don't care.
https://www.amazon.com/WLGQ-9-Pin...B0G1HGLM9
splice the power sw connection which is non-standard on the HP motherboards, simple hardness.
https://www.amazon.com/Xelsluthe-...B0GMHRPQJX
Alternative but I don't like it as much cuz this makes front usb-c run at usb 2.0 speed.
https://www.amazon.com/SSSUWP-Mot...B0FDK6PYH
-- I don't like this, it makes the front usb-C run at USB-2.0 speed. I rather use the first connector to make the front-usb-c faster and the front usb-A slower with this other adapter.
In case you are worried about the "omg HP has proprietary parts" which is overblown
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If you switch over to the AMD builds, you can bet better CPU and memory selection.
I was able to spec a 9800x3d, 64gb DDR5 (2x32), 5090, 1 TB ssd for $4599 + $45 xbox controller.
Also specced a 9800x3d, 32gb DDR5 (1x32), 5090, 1 TB ssd for $4123 + $45 xbox controller.
I'd rather pay the extra money for the ram and better CPU personally.
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If you switch over to the AMD builds, you can bet better CPU and memory selection.
I was able to spec a 9800x3d, 64gb DDR5 (2x32), 5090, 1 TB ssd for $4599 + $45 xbox controller.
Also specced a 9800x3d, 32gb DDR5 (1x32), 5090, 1 TB ssd for $4123 + $45 xbox controller.
I'd rather pay the extra money for the ram and better CPU personally.
My option here is for someone like Elon to get cheaper 5090 card.
My option here is for someone like Elon to get cheaper 5090 card.
My purchase last month for this same exact machine pre-tax was $3640 when I looked back at my costs.
This is $3900. - whooping $260 increase per machine. yikes.
Other weirdness since this is accessory bundle, only 1 max instead of 2 in a single order. The max was 2 machines per account in the same coupon period. I know. lol.
Another friend on the internet said there were some other CC so I am looking for it. lol.
I only value the PC parts with GPU at $750 so a cost increase of $260 is pretty high to me...
I might still buy some. I'm a degenerate and was waiting for 5090 deals for a while.
https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/cus...toreID=ep
+5090 GPU
+1200W PSU upgrade.
then add accessory like a keyboard OP left in this post.
Should see 25% discounts in cart at price of $4120 pre-tax for the PC alone.
This price is with EPP discount.
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