CES 2026: HP launches new OmniBook and OmniStudio PCs

HP used CES 2026 to roll out a major refresh of its consumer PC portfolio, led by the OmniBook Ultra 14 — a flagship model the company claims is the world’s first consumer notebook offering up to 85 TOPS of NPU performance when configured with an HP‑exclusive Snapdragon X2 Elite variant.

The system also comes in Intel Core Ultra form for users prioritising GPU‑heavy AI workloads. Both versions include a 3K OLED display, a redesigned chassis that HP says is 52% lighter than the previous generation, and MIL‑STD‑810 durability testing. A new posture‑detection feature rounds out the updates.

The company is also pushing Snapdragon X2 and OLED displays across the wider OmniBook range, including a refreshed 16‑inch model in the OmniBook 3 Series that HP claims can reach up to 45 hours of battery life.

Beyond laptops, HP introduced the OmniStudio X 27, an all‑in‑one PC aimed at creators and home‑office users. It features what HP calls the world’s first Neo:LED AIO display with dual 100% colour coverage, plus next‑gen Intel Core Ultra processors and optional GeForce RTX 5050 graphics. Thunderbolt Share support allows users to control both a laptop and the AIO with a single keyboard and mouse, while Surface View enables easy sharing of sketches or notes during video calls.

HP is also overhauling its full OmniBook lineup across four series:

• OmniBook X Series – Targeted at freelancers and power users, this line emphasises portability and premium design while offering next‑gen AMD, Intel, and Snapdragon options. These models are positioned as the most flexible in the range, balancing performance and mobility.
• OmniBook 7 Series – Aimed at professionals who rely on video calls and hybrid‑work tools, these systems include Windows Studio Effects and Poly Studio‑tuned audio for clearer conferencing. They sit as HP’s mainstream productivity tier.
• OmniBook 5 Series – Designed for families, students, and everyday users, the 5 Series brings OLED displays, slim aluminium builds, and responsive AI performance to mid‑range price points.
• OmniBook 3 Series – The entry tier focuses on value while still supporting AI‑accelerated workloads, with a wide range of sizes and processor choices across AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm.

HP also updated its Chromebook Plus lineup, including new x360 14 and 14‑inch clamshell models with 2K displays and Google’s latest AI tools. Standard Chromebook models have also been refreshed with improved durability and better Android integration.

All new Windows 11 consumer PCs will ship with HP’s Digital Passport hub, plus two new software additions: Omni+ for cross‑platform password management and HP TV+ for free streaming content.

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