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Alienware 16 Area-51 vs HP OmniBook Ultra 16
Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
- Performance is scored from the laptop's CPU and GPU; few laptops have a published whole-system benchmark.
- HP OmniBook Ultra 16 has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.
Verdict
Key takeaways
- Alienware 16 Area-51 leads HP OmniBook Ultra 16 overall by 20 points (76 vs 56 out of 100).
- Key differences: refresh rate, where Alienware 16 Area-51 has 240 vs 120 Hz; weight, where HP OmniBook Ultra 16 is 1.08 kg lighter; display resolution, where HP OmniBook Ultra 16 has 2880 × 1800 vs 2560 × 1600 px; brightness, where Alienware 16 Area-51 is 75 nits brighter; display type, where HP OmniBook Ultra 16 has OLED vs IPS.
Alienware 16 Area-51 leads overall
Alienware 16 Area-51 · 79 overall, #7 of 94
76
HP OmniBook Ultra 16 · 64 overall, #54 of 94
56
Key differences
- Refresh rateAlienware 16 Area-51 240 vs 120 Hz
- WeightHP OmniBook Ultra 16 1.08 kg lighter
- Display resolutionHP OmniBook Ultra 16 2880 × 1800 vs 2560 × 1600 px
- BrightnessAlienware 16 Area-51 75 nits brighter
- Display typeHP OmniBook Ultra 16 OLED vs IPS
Scores by Category
16 Area-51 wins 9 of 14 categories · OmniBook Ultra 16 wins 1
| Category | 16 Area-51OmniBook Ultra 16 | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Display | Tie | |
| Performance | +50 | |
| Battery | +4 | |
| Memory | +42 | |
| Design & Weight | +40 | |
| Processor | +44 | |
| Storage | +99 | |
| Discrete Graphics | +88 | |
| Ports | +24 | |
| Connectivity | Tie | |
| Webcam | +100 | |
| Security | Tie | |
| Sound | +8 | |
| Input | Tie |
Physical Comparison
16 Area-51OmniBook Ultra 16
16 Area-51 is 1.08 kg (49%) heavier than OmniBook Ultra 16.
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
16 Area-51
OmniBook Ultra 16
Watch-outs
Compromises to know before you buy
Alienware 16 Area-51
No notable compromises found.
HP OmniBook Ultra 16
- RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.
Detailed Specifications
Processor
| Feature | 16 Area-51 | OmniBook Ultra 16 |
|---|---|---|
Processor model |
Discrete Graphics
| Feature | 16 Area-51 | OmniBook Ultra 16 |
|---|---|---|
Discrete graphics model | N/A | |
3DMark Time Spy Graphics | 21,724 | N/A |
Memory
| Feature | 16 Area-51 | OmniBook Ultra 16 |
|---|---|---|
Memory capacity | 32 GB | N/A |
Technology |
Storage
| Feature | 16 Area-51 | OmniBook Ultra 16 |
|---|---|---|
Storage capacity | 1 TB | N/A |
Display
| Feature | 16 Area-51 | OmniBook Ultra 16 |
|---|---|---|
Size | 16 in | 16 in |
Display resolution | 2560 × 1600 px | 2880 × 1800 px |
Refresh rate | 240 Hz100% more | 120 Hz |
Response time | 7.2 ms | N/A |
Display type | ||
Brightness | 575 nits15% more | 500 nits |
Battery
| Feature | 16 Area-51 | OmniBook Ultra 16 |
|---|---|---|
Battery capacity | 96 Wh | 99 Wh3% more |
Design & Weight
| Feature | 16 Area-51 | OmniBook Ultra 16 |
|---|---|---|
Weight | 3.297 kg | 2.22 kg33% less |
Performance
| Feature | 16 Area-51 | OmniBook Ultra 16 |
|---|---|---|
PassMark CPU Mark | 55,677 | N/A |
Active cooling | Yes | Yes |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
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