The HP OmniBook Ultra 14 is a 14‑inch laptop that pairs an Intel Core Ultra X9 388H processor with integrated Arc B390 graphics, offering strong performance and a modern feature set.
The device presents a polished chassis, an OLED touchscreen, a responsive touchpad, and a keyboard with a pleasant key feel. It is not as slim as advertised and lacks USB‑A, Ethernet, and an SD card reader.
Audio output is punchy, with a high maximum volume and clear mid‑ and high‑frequency response, providing satisfactory sound quality for media playback.
A 5‑MP webcam supports up to 1440p at 30 frames per second, an IR camera enables facial recognition, and a privacy shutter is available. A dual‑mic array records clear audio for video calls, though the sound is somewhat thin compared to dedicated microphones.
Connectivity includes three Thunderbolt 4 ports that support Power Delivery, DisplayPort, and 40 Gbps data transfer, plus a single 3.5 mm audio jack. The absence of USB‑A, Ethernet, and SD card reader requires docks or adapters for legacy peripherals. Wi‑Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.0 are also incorporated.
The Core Ultra X9 388H, featuring 16 cores and a 5.1 GHz turbo frequency, delivers robust multi‑threaded performance. Benchmarks such as PCMark 10, Cinebench, and Handbrake confirm its superiority over many comparable models.
Integrated Arc B390 graphics achieve impressive results, approaching the performance of discrete GPUs like the GeForce RTX 5060, though remaining slightly behind.
The cooling system operates quietly relative to thin laptops equipped with discrete GPUs, though some fan noise is audible during heavy workloads.
A 70‑Wh battery supports over 18 hours of usage in a standard test, offering respectable endurance. The included 65‑W GaN charger is compact and efficient.
Equipped with 64 GB of RAM and a 2 TB SSD, the OmniBook Ultra 14 delivers strong performance, a premium build, and competitive pricing, positioning it as a leading choice among 14‑inch laptops in its class.
