Don't Wait for an RTX 5080: The HP Omen RTX 4080 Super Gaming PC Is Just as Powerful for Less

Our RTX 5080 GPU review reveals performance nearly identical to the RTX 4080 Super, yet stock is scarce, and pre-built systems exceed $2500. For a cost-effective upgrade, consider the RTX 40-series. For instance, HP offers an Omen 35L RTX 4080 Super gaming PC for just $1839.99 with the code "DUO20". This liquid-cooled powerhouse excels at any game and resolution.

HP Omen 35L RTX 4080 Super Gaming PC: $1840

HP Omen 35L: Intel Core Ultra 5 245K, RTX 4080 Super, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

Initially priced at $2,619.99, this system (Intel Core Ultra 5 245K CPU, RTX 4080 Super GPU, 16GB DDR5-6000MHz RAM, 512GB SSD) is available for $1,839.99 after a 20% discount using code "DUO20". The RTX 4080 Super upgrade adds $600 to the base $1699.99 configuration (with an RTX 4070 Super).

The Intel Core Ultra 5, a 14-core Meteor Lake CPU with a 5.2GHz max turbo frequency, is ideal for gaming and workstation tasks. Its AI-optimized NPU and power efficiency are notable advantages. While Core Ultra 7 or 9 upgrades exist, high-resolution gaming gains are minimal due to GPU limitations.

The RTX 4080 Super, Nvidia's second-most powerful RTX 40-series card, delivers exceptional 4K performance, even with ray tracing enabled. Its higher clock speed, CUDA core count, and memory bandwidth provide a 5-10% performance boost over the RTX 4080. It rivals the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX, surpassing it in ray tracing and DLSS 3.0-supported titles. Its performance is virtually identical to the RTX 5080, with matching VRAM.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 Super Review by Jacqueline Thomas:

"The Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 Super, like its RTX 4080 predecessor, is a true 4K powerhouse. It consistently excels at this resolution, especially with Nvidia's DLSS. Even without DLSS or ray tracing (e.g., Total War: Warhammer 3), it achieves impressive 4K performance (79fps vs. RTX 4080's 76fps and RX 7900 XTX's 86fps)."

Upgraded RTX 4080 Super Configuration: $2264

HP Omen 35L: Intel Core Ultra 7 285K, RTX 4080 Super, 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD

For a slightly higher price ($2263.99 after the "DUO20" discount, originally $2899.99), this pre-built Omen 35L offers significant component upgrades:

• Intel Core Ultra 7 285K CPU (upgrade from Core Ultra 5)
• 32GB RAM (upgrade from 16GB)
• 2TB SSD (upgrade from 512GB SSD)
• WiFi 7 & Bluetooth 4.0 (upgrade from WiFi 6 & Bluetooth 5.3)
• Windows 11 Pro (upgrade from Windows 11 Home)
• 240mm LCD liquid cooler (upgrade from 240mm aRGB liquid cooler)

The Omen 35L features HP's latest chassis design, prioritizing cooling in a compact form factor. Its easily upgradable components, dual 140mm intake fans, 120mm rear fan, and 240mm AIO liquid cooler ensure efficient heat dissipation.

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