Gaming laptops are one of the most confusing categories to shop for. Model names are long, graphics cards change every year and the price gap between two similar-looking machines can be thousands of dollars. This guide looks at the OMEN and HyperX OMEN gaming laptops that HP Australia lists in its online store, so you can see what the main differences are and which graphics tier makes sense for you.
Everything below comes from the HP Australia store page as we saw it on 26 October 2026. Prices are in Australian dollars (AUD), the store was running an Early Black Friday promotion and stock and prices can change quickly, so check the product page before you buy.
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What the HP Gaming Laptop Range Looks Like
On the HP Australia gaming laptop page there were ten OMEN-branded laptops listed. HP’s own filters show that all ten have 1 TB of storage, all run Windows 11 Home and all have a backlit keyboard. They use NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050, 5060, 5070 and 5080 graphics, and most listed Wi-Fi 7. Six are branded HyperX OMEN, three are OMEN MAX and one is the OMEN Transcend.
Screens are mostly 16-inch, with a few 15.3-inch models and one 14-inch laptop. HP says four models have OLED displays.
Seven Models Side by Side
| Model | Processor | Screen | Graphics | RAM | Price (AUD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OMEN Transcend 14 (14-fb1041TX) | Intel Core Ultra 9 | 14 in 3K OLED, 48-120 Hz | RTX 5070 | 64 GB | 4,699 (was 8,199) |
| OMEN MAX 16 (16-ah0221TX) | Intel Core Ultra 9 | 16 in WQXGA OLED, 48-240 Hz | RTX 5080 | 32 GB | 5,699 (was 8,899) |
| OMEN MAX 16 (16-ak0004AX) | AMD Ryzen AI 9 | 16 in WQXGA, 60-240 Hz | RTX 5080 | 32 GB | 5,499 (was 8,599) |
| HyperX OMEN 16 VALORANT Edition | AMD Ryzen 9 | 16 in 2.5K | RTX 5070 | 24 GB | 3,199 (was 5,499) |
| HyperX OMEN 15 (15-gb0079AX) | AMD Ryzen 7 | 15.3 in 2.5K, up to 180 Hz | RTX 5070 | 24 GB | 2,999 (was 4,999) |
| HyperX OMEN 15 (15-gb0080AX) | AMD Ryzen 7 | 15.3 in 2.5K, up to 180 Hz | RTX 5060 | 24 GB | 4,699 |
| HyperX OMEN 16 VALORANT Edition | AMD Ryzen 7 | 16 in 2.5K | RTX 5060 | 16 GB | 4,999 |
These are the figures shown on the store page. HP lists a was-price and a saving on the discounted models, but not on all of them, so always compare the final price and the model number.
OMEN MAX 16: The RTX 5080 Tier
The OMEN MAX 16 laptops are the top of the list. Three of them use the RTX 5080, with 32 GB of memory and a 16-inch WQXGA screen refreshing at up to 240 Hz. One uses an AMD Ryzen AI 9 chip, while the others use Intel Core Ultra 9. HP says the OLED version has a 0.2 ms response time. The listed prices ran from 5,499 to 5,799 AUD, which is a large cut from the was-prices of roughly 8,600 to 8,900 AUD.
If you want to play the newest games at a high resolution and refresh rate, or you also edit video, this is the tier HP positions for it. It is also the heaviest, as every laptop in the list weighs over 1.5 kg, so it suits a desk more than a backpack.
OMEN Transcend 14: Compact and Heavy on Memory
The OMEN Transcend 14 is the odd one out. It is the only 14-inch model, with a 3K OLED display and an RTX 5070, but it has 64 GB of fast LPDDR5x memory, far more than the others. The price was 4,699 AUD after a 3,500 AUD saving. It is aimed at someone who wants a smaller gaming machine that can also handle creative work.
HyperX OMEN 16 and 15: RTX 5070 and 5060 for Less
The HyperX OMEN laptops are the most affordable on the page. The 15-inch version in the list has a Ryzen 7 chip, 24 GB of DDR5 memory and a 2.5K screen that HP says runs at up to 180 Hz. The RTX 5070 version (15-gb0079AX) was listed at 2,999 AUD, the cheapest RTX 5070 laptop in the group, while the RTX 5060 version (15-gb0080AX) was listed at 4,699 AUD. The odd pricing is a good reminder to look at the exact model number and the live price rather than assuming a lower graphics card always costs less.
The 16-inch VALORANT Edition is a limited edition with an exclusive colourway and in-game extras, according to HP. The RTX 5070 version was 3,199 AUD with a Ryzen 9 chip and 24 GB of memory, and the RTX 5060 version was 4,999 AUD with a Ryzen 7 chip and 16 GB.
How to Choose the Right Graphics Tier
- RTX 5060: a good starting point for 1080p and many 1440p games at sensible settings. Check the RAM, since one 5060 model listed 16 GB.
- RTX 5070: the middle option, and the one with the most variety on the page, from 2,999 to 5,299 AUD.
- RTX 5080: the highest tier shown, for the sharpest screens and the highest refresh rates.
- Screen: OLED looks richer, while a high refresh rate matters more for fast shooters.
These are general guidelines rather than benchmark results. If you need to know how a specific game runs, look for independent reviews of the exact model.
Bundles, Finance and Delivery
HP’s store page also showed several extras. Seven of the ten listed laptops carried an Education Bundle promotion, and one listed a bonus game. The store displays interest-free instalments starting from about 195.79 AUD a month on the cheapest discounted OMEN Transcend, subject to terms. Most models showed Ships Next Business Day, though one 16-inch HyperX OMEN was out of stock at the time. Read the terms and delivery details on each product page.
Buying Tips
- Match the model number, for example 16-ah0221TX, with the specs list before you buy.
- Compare the was-price and the final price, since not every model shows a saving.
- Check the charger size, weight and battery life if you plan to travel.
- Look at the HP gaming laptop deals page again close to Black Friday, when offers can change.
- If you want a lighter everyday laptop instead, the HP laptop range in Australia has other lines such as OmniBook.
You can also browse the HP Australia online store for monitors and accessories, and the HP Australia gaming offers for the latest sales.
Final Thoughts
The HP OMEN range gives Australian gamers a clear ladder: RTX 5060 and 5070 in the HyperX OMEN laptops, and RTX 5080 in the OMEN MAX 16. The Transcend 14 is a compact option with plenty of memory. Choose the graphics tier and screen first, then compare model numbers and live prices.
Specs and prices were taken from the HP Australia online store on 26 October 2026 and may change. Some links in this article are affiliate links.
