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HP OmniBook

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OmniBook
Company typeProduct line
IndustryComputer hardware
PredecessorHP Vectra LS series
Founded1993
FounderHewlett-Packard
Defunct2002 (original series)
FateDiscontinued in 2002; revived in 2024 by HP Inc.
SuccessorCompaq Presario, HP Compaq, HP Pavilion (post-2002)
Headquarters
Palo Alto
,
United States
Area served
Worldwide
ProductsLaptops, subnotebooks
OwnerHP Inc.
Websitewww.hp.com

OmniBook refers to a series of laptop computers initially developed by Hewlett-Packard and now offered by its successor, HP Inc.. Launched in 1993 with a focus on business users, the series remained in production until 2002.

In 2024, HP Inc. revived the OmniBook brand as part of its new Omni product range, which replaces former consumer lines such as Spectre, Envy, Pavilion, and Essential. This comeback establishes OmniBook as the premier consumer laptop series, integrating advanced artificial intelligence features within both its hardware and software components.

History

The OmniBook line debuted in 1993, succeeding the HP Vectra LS series, and was designed primarily for business-oriented laptops and subnotebooks. After HP acquired Compaq in 2002, the OmniBook range was phased out in favor of the Compaq Presario, HP Compaq, and HP Pavilion product lines.

In 2024, HP Inc. unified its consumer PC brands under the new Omni umbrella: OmniBook for laptops, OmniDesk for desktop systems, and OmniStudio for all-in-one computers. This rebranding strategy aligns with the company’s emphasis on AI-driven computing solutions, signaling a move towards next-generation PCs equipped with sophisticated artificial intelligence technologies.

The reintroduction of the OmniBook name draws on its 1990s heritage to represent HP’s state-of-the-art AI-enabled laptop offerings after a two-decade hiatus.

Models

The original OmniBook lineup (1993–2002) presented a variety of business notebooks and laptops available in several sizes and configurations. These models featured processors from both Intel and AMD, ranging from the first-generation Pentium to the Pentium 4, with earlier units utilizing 386, i486, and Celeron CPUs. A distinctive feature of some early OmniBooks was a pop-up mouse located on the right side.

Since its 2024 revival, the OmniBook series is organized into five tiers: 3, 5, 7, X, and Ultra—where Ultra represents the premium tier and 3 serves as the entry-level option. This grading system is also applied across other HP Omni-branded products such as OmniStudio and OmniDesk. By mid-2025, the X model employs Qualcomm Snapdragon processors (Snapdragon X), while the 5, 7, and Ultra variants utilize either AMD Ryzen or Intel Core Ultra CPUs. The entry-level 3 model is exclusively powered by AMD Ryzen chips. Every current OmniBook incorporates AI capabilities through dedicated neural processing units (NPUs) designed to enhance AI performance and ships pre-installed with Microsoft's Copilot chatbot software on Windows.

List of models

Note: This compilation includes business-focused models from 1993 to 2002 alongside modern consumer-oriented AI-enabled models launched from 2024 onward.

Model LCD size & resolution LCD technology Processor Clock speed (MHz) Graphics RAM Max memory Storage Audio Operating system Release date
300 9 in, VGA Monochrome STN (reflective) AMD 386SX-LV 20 2 MB 10 MB 40 MB HDD, 10 MB Flash Windows 3.1 with MS-DOS 5.0
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425 9 in, VGA Monochrome STN (reflective) TI 486SLC/e 25
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430 9 in, VGA Monochrome STN (reflective) 2 MB (40 MB HDD), 4 MB (105 MB HDD) 40 MB HDD, 105 MB HDD Windows 3.1 with MS-DOS 6.2
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530 9 in, VGA Monochrome STN (reflective) Intel 486SX 33 4 MB 12 MB 130 MB HDD Windows for Workgroups 3.11 with MS-DOS 6.2
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600C 8.5 in, VGA Color STN Intel i486DX4 75 16 MB
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4000
  • 10.3 in VGA (STN) or
  • 10.4 in VGA (TFT)
  • Color STN or
  • Color TFT
 Intel i486DX2 50 32 MB
600CT 9.5 in, VGA Color TFT Intel i486DX4 75 16 MB
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X 14",2.2K (2240×1400) Color OLED IPS touchscreen
  • Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite or Snapdragon X Plus
 3400 MHz (12 cores) Qualcomm Adreno 16 GB,32 GB 32 GB max 512 GB–2 TB SSD Windows 11
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OmniBook 300

The HP OmniBook 300 (OB300) debuted in June 1993 as one of the pioneering models in the OmniBook series, classified as a subnotebook. Weighing merely 2.9 pounds and measuring 1.4 × 6.4 × 11.1 inches, it was equipped with an AMD 386SX-LV CPU, a full-sized keyboard, and a pop-up computer mouse—a feature later incorporated into the OmniBook 800CT. The device sported a 9-inch VGA display and offered two PCMCIA slots to accommodate memory expansion, modem, network adapters, or other peripherals. Storage configurations varied: the F1030A model lacked mass storage (), the F1031A included a 10 MB flash memory disk, and the F1032A came with a 40 MB hard drive. Opting for flash memory reduced the overall weight and extended battery longevity compared to the hard drive alternative. A notable innovation was its “Instant On” capability.

Operating on streamlined editions of MS-DOS 5.0 and Windows 3.1, the OmniBook 300 came with both Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word embedded in ROM due to limited storage space—an uncommon approach even by current standards. The “International English” variant utilized code page 850 rather than the conventional code page 437 hardware code page.

OmniBook X

Announced in May 2024, the HP OmniBook X (14-fe000) marks the most recent advancement in the OmniBook lineup as an AI-enhanced laptop. It weighs around 2.97 pounds and measures 12.32 × 8.8 × 0.56–0.57 inches. Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite processor featuring a dedicated neural processing unit (NPU) for AI tasks alongside a Qualcomm Adreno GPU, it boasts a 14" OLED IPS touchscreen with a resolution of 2240 × 1400 pixels. Memory options include either 16 GB or 32 GB, while SSD storage is selectable from 512 GB, 1 TB, or 2 TB.[1][2] Connectivity features comprise an integrated 5MP webcam and support for Qualcomm Wi-Fi 6E or Wi-Fi 7. Battery endurance is estimated at approximately 26 hours.

Preloaded with Windows 11, the OmniBook X integrates Microsoft's Copilot AI assistant, Windows Studio Effects, and Poly Studio audio enhancements.[1][2] It aligns with Microsoft's Copilot+ PC platform standards and incorporates a dedicated Copilot key on the keyboard, replacing the traditional menu key.

See also

External links

Official HP pages
Additional resources
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