HP Omen Transcend 14 review – a feature-packed, lightweight gaming laptop with excellent display

• HP has launched the Omen Transcend 14 laptop in India
• The gaming laptop is priced at ₹1,74,999 in the country
• Here’s our review of the HP Omen Transcend 14 to help you decide whether you should consider buying it.

HP has launched the Omen Transcend 14, the company’s latest lightweight gaming laptop in India. The company had recently launched the HP Omen 17 and the HP Omen 16 gaming laptops in the country.

The HP Omen Transcend 14 is a feature-packed laptop and comes with powerful hardware, including the Intel Core Ultra 7 processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 graphics.

I’ve been using the Omen Transcend 14 gaming laptop with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 graphics and Ceramic White colour for a few days now, and here is my detailed review of the latest gaming laptop from HP.

HP Omen Transcend 14 price and availability

The HP Omen Transcend 14 is priced at ₹1,74,999 and is available from the HP Online store, Omen Playground stores and HP retail stores across the country. It comes in Ceramic White and Shadow Black colour options.

In the box

• HP Omen Transcend 14
• Power adapter and cable
• Documentation
• Dust cover

HP Omen Transcend 14 specifications

HP Omen Transcend 14 pros and cons

Pros

• Lightweight design
• 2.8K OLED display

Cons

• Battery life

HP Omen Transcend 14 design

The HP Omen Transcend 14 is unlike most gaming laptops that we see often. It comes with an elegant lightweight design, making it a great option for those looking for a gaming laptop that can double up as a work laptop. The laptop does not offer flashiness or RGB lighting plaster. The device is available in two colour options – Ceramic White and Shadow Black.


The HP Omen Transcend 14 Ceramic White variant features an all-white design and comes with a white back with the Omen logo in black. The white-black combination at the lid looks great. The device comes with a smooth powder-coated surface and offers a durable aluminium chassis. The device features smooth rounded curves, giving it a premium feel.

Another positive about this device is its compact form factor. It measures 31.3 x 23.3 x 1.79 cm and weighs just 1.63 kg, which is quite good for a gaming laptop. This makes it easy to carry around the laptop with you. The device comes with ample vents to dissipate the heat, at the back and the bottom.


The design aspect that shouts gaming laptops is the device’s keyboard. The keyboard comes with RGB lighting, which is highly customizable. The keyboard offers four-zone RGB lighting.


The keyboard does not offer a number pad. The trackpad is good to use and is sized decently, considering the device’s overall size.

In terms of ports, the company has offered plenty of ports with the laptop.


On the left side, you get a Thunderbolt 4 port and the headphone jack.


On the right side, you get two USB Type-A ports.


At the back, you get a Thunderbolt 4 port for charging and a HDMI 2.1 video out port.

Display

The display is another area where the Omen Transcend 14 shines. It comes with a 14-inch 2.8K OLED display with a resolution of 2880 x 1800 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, 0.2 ms response time and 500 nits of brightness, which is excellent for playing indoors and outdoors.


The high-resolution display and the high refresh rate make it a treat to game on the device. I played games like Starfield, Alan Wake 2 and Control on the laptop, with the device offering the best visuals in each game. The display can offer excellent colour accuracy and vibrant visuals.

Performance

The Omen 16 is equipped with the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor coupled with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 graphics. The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H is a new Meteor Lake chipset from the company. The laptop is available in a single variant with 16GB LPDDR5X 7467 MHz RAM and a 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe TLC M.2 SSD.

I tested the laptop with several games, including Starfield, The Finals and Alan Wake 2. The laptop was able to handle these games without any issues while playing in medium settings.

Coming to the battery, the HP Omen Transcend 14 is equipped with a 71Wh battery. The small battery, in line with the device’s lightweight design, results in an average battery life. Like most gaming laptops, the battery is one of the strongest points of the device. While you can easily browse and consume media while on the go, you may not be able to game for a long time without plugging in.

Verdict

The HP Omen Transcend 14 is a great option for those looking for a gaming laptop that does not come with a flashy design and can be used in a professional setup. Its lightweight design, excellent display and good performance make it a device worth considering. If you are not a fan of subtle designs or want a better battery life, you can opt for other options available in the market.

Disclaimer: The content on this website is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as a purchasing guide or recommendation. We advise readers to do additional research, including hands-on usage of the device at a retail outlet, before making a decision.

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