RTX 5080 Passé: HP Omen RTX 4080 Super Gaming PC Matches Power, Saves Cash

Our RTX 5080 GPU review reveals performance nearly identical to the RTX 4080 Super, yet stock is scarce, and pre-built systems exceed $2,500. Consider an RTX 40-series alternative. For instance, HP offers an Omen 35L RTX 4080 Super gaming PC for just $1,839.99 with the coupon code "DUO20." This liquid-cooled system excels at any game and resolution.

HP Omen 35L RTX 4080 Super Gaming PC: $1,840

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

Originally $2,619.99, now $1,839.99 at HP (using code 'DUO20'). This configuration starts at $1,699.99 with an RTX 4070 Super, upgrading to the RTX 4080 Super adds $600. The 20% discount applies at checkout.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 processor, a 14-core Meteor Lake CPU with a 5.2GHz turbo, is ideal for gaming and workstation tasks. Its AI-optimized NPU and power efficiency are significant advantages. While Core Ultra 7 or 9 upgrades are available, high-resolution gaming benefits 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. It surpasses the RTX 4080 by 5-10%, boasting higher clock speeds, CUDA cores, and memory bandwidth. It rivals AMD's Radeon RX 7900 XTX, exceeding 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, mirroring the original RTX 4080, is a true 4K powerhouse. It consistently excels at high resolutions, 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: $2,264

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

$2,899.99, now $2,263.99 at HP (using code 'DUO20'). This enhanced Omen 35L offers significant component upgrades for a modest price increase:

• 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)

Omen 35L Enhancements:

The Omen 35L boasts a redesigned chassis for superior cooling in a compact form factor. Its easily upgradable components include 140mm intake fans, a 120mm rear fan, and a 240mm AIO liquid cooler.

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