Comparison summary

  • ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is hands-down better laptop for gaming but HP OMEN HyperX 16″ is a better deal.
  • For performance ROG Flow Z13 has a better performing processor. It also contains more memory.
  • For graphics performance ROG Flow Z13 has a better performing graphics card.
  • OMEN HyperX features a bigger display. For portability ROG Flow Z13 is lighter.
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HP OMEN HyperX 16″

ASUS ROG Flow Z13

2026 modelAMD CPUHigh resolution
2026 modelThin2-in-1 laptopTouchscreenLightweightAMD CPUHigh resolutionSD card reader

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HP OMEN HyperX 16″ASUS ROG Flow Z13
Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs.
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AMD Ryzen 9 8940HXAMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395
Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop.
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32gb64gb
Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs.
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GeForce RTX 5060Radeon 8060S
Screen size
16″13.4″
Screen resolution
Quad HD (2560 x 1440 pixels)Quad HD (2560 x 1440 pixels)
Weight
8.6 lbs (3.9 kg)2.65 lbs (1.2 kg)
Size (length x width x height)
11.81 x 8.03 x 0.51 inches
(30 x 20.4 x 1.3 cm)
Operating system (OS)
Windows 11 HomeWindows 11
Hard drives
1000gb SSD1000gb SSD
Release date
July 28, 2026September 23, 2026
Amazon.com List Price
$2,249.00$2,689.95
Amazon.com Lowest New Price
$2,249.00$2,689.95
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16″
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16″
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Runs 90% of new games on recommended RTX 5070 Ti GPU2026 model32 GB RAMHigh resolution
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16″
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G615LR-AS96
Runs 90% of new games on recommended RTX 5070 Ti GPU2025 model32 GB RAMHigh resolution
$2,546.54
16″
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Runs 90% of new games on recommended RTX 5080 GPU2025 model32 GB RAMIPS screenHigh resolution
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18″
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Runs 80% of new games on recommended RTX 5070 GPU2025 model32 GB RAMAMD CPUIPS screen
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16″
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Runs 80% of new games on recommended RTX 5070 GPU2025 model32 GB RAMAMD CPUHigh resolution
$2,099.99
$1,780.54
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HP OMEN HyperX 16″ summary

HP OMEN HyperX is a fine value Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5060 GPU that is good great for playing games. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has an outstanding AMD processor and decent memory for its price. Quad HD resolution is outstanding for the 16″ 165 Hz monitor. Your 1000gb SSD storage is ok could be better. It is quite on the heavier side at 8.6 lbs (3.9 kg).

HP OMEN HyperX 16" 2.5K 165Hz Gaming Laptop, AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX, GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7, 32GB DDR5, 2TB Storage(1TB SSD+1TB Docking Station Set), 4-Zone RGB Keyboard, Wi-Fi 7, Win 11, Black

【Upgraded】Seal is opened for upgrade only, 1-Year warranty on Upgraded RAM/SSD from SnowBell, and original 1-Year Manufacture warranty on remaining components.【16" 2.5K 165Hz Display】 Features a 16" 2.5K display with a 165Hz refresh rate, delivering ultra-smooth visuals, sharp detail, and an immersive viewing experience for gaming, content creation, and entertainment.

【AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX Processor】 Delivers powerful multi-core performance, fast responsiveness, and seamless multitasking for gaming, content creation, and demanding workloads.

【32GB DDR5 RAM】 Delivers high-speed performance and seamless multitasking for demanding applications, gaming, and everyday productivity.【1TB SSD】 Provides high-speed storage with fast boot times, quick file access, and ample space for games, applications, and multimedia content.

【NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 Graphics】 Delivers powerful graphics performance, AI-enhanced rendering, and smooth gameplay for modern gaming, content creation, and demanding workloads.【4-Zone RGB Backlit Keyboard】 Customize your setup with vibrant 4-zone RGB lighting while enjoying enhanced key visibility and comfortable, responsive typing.【Wi-Fi 7】 Delivers ultra-fast wireless speeds, lower latency, and stable connections for seamless gaming, streaming, and everyday productivity.

【Windows 11 Home】【Dimensions & Weight】14.07 x 10.59 x 1.06 inches, 4.29 lbs.【Ports】1 x USB Type-C, 3 x USB Type-A, 1 x HDMI, 1 x AC Smart pin, 1 x RJ45, 1 x Headphone/microphone combo. Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth.【Bonus Docking Station Set】1x 7-in-1 Docking Station with 1TB SSD, 1x 32GB MicroSD Card with Adapter, 1x Type-C Data Cable, 1x 3-in-1 Charging Cable, 1x Suede Cleaning Cloth.

ASIN: B0HBVDFC8P

ASUS ROG Flow Z13 summary

ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is a good value portable Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It has the Radeon 8060S graphics card that is exceptional great for gaming. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a remarkable AMD processor and plenty of RAM for its price. It is light enough at 2.65 lbs (1.2 kg). Only Quad HD resolution is underwhelming for the 13″ display. The 1000gb SSD storage is reasonable leaves room for improvement.

ASUS ROG Flow Z13 2.5K 180Hz 3ms ROG Nebula Touchscreen 13.4" Convertible 2-in-1 Gaming Notebook, AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 395, 64GB LPDDR5X RAM 1TB SSD, Wi-Fi7, Off Black, w/USB Hub, W/GaLiMu

✔【Screen】 13.4-inch 2.5K QHD+ (2560 x 1600) 16:10 touch screen with a 180Hz refresh rate, 500 nits brightness, and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut;

✔【Memory & Storage】 64GB LPDDR5X-8000 MHz and 1TB Solid State Drive (SSD) storag;

✔【Processor】 AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 (16 Cores / 32 Threads, 3.0 GHz up to 5.1 GHz), with a built-in NPU delivering up to 50 TOPS for local AI workloads;

✔【Graphics】 Integrated AMD Radeon 8060S Graphics;

✔【Connectivity】 2 x USB4 Type-C ports (supporting DisplayPort and Power Delivery up to 40Gbps),1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port,1 x HDMI 2.1 FRL port,1 x MicroSD card reader (UHS-II),1 x 3.5mm audio combo jack, Wi-Fi7, Bluetooth 5.4;

✔【Operating System】 Windows 11

ASIN: B0HKTB65X6

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