Our RTX 5080 GPU review reveals performance virtually identical to the RTX 4080 Super. Stock is scarce, and pre-built RTX 5080 systems command prices exceeding $2,500. For upgrades, consider the RTX 40-series instead.
HP Omen 35L RTX 4080 Super Gaming PC: A Steal at $1,839.99
This HP Omen 35L, featuring an RTX 4080 Super, is available for just $1,839.99 after a 20% discount using code "DUO20". This liquid-cooled powerhouse handles any game at any resolution.
The base configuration includes an Intel Core Ultra 5 245K CPU, GeForce RTX 4070 Super GPU, 16GB DDR5-6000MHz RAM, and a 512GB SSD. Upgrading to the RTX 4080 Super adds $600, bringing the pre-discount price to $2,299.99. The "DUO20" code secures the final price.
The Intel Core Ultra 5, a 14-core Meteor Lake CPU with a 5.2GHz max turbo frequency, excels in gaming and workstation tasks. Its AI optimization (thanks to a discrete NPU) and power efficiency are notable advantages. While Core Ultra 7 or 9 upgrades are possible, the high-resolution gaming gains are minimal due to GPU-bound performance.
The RTX 4080 Super, Nvidia's second-most powerful RTX 40-series card, delivers exceptional 4K performance, even with ray tracing. Its higher clock speed, CUDA core count, and memory bandwidth provide a 5-10% performance boost over the RTX 4080. It rivals AMD's Radeon RX 7900 XTX, surpassing it in ray tracing and DLSS 3.0-supported titles. Its performance is nearly identical to the RTX 5080, with matching VRAM.
Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 Super Review Excerpt (Jacqueline Thomas):
"The RTX 4080 Super, like the RTX 4080, is a true 4K powerhouse. It consistently excels at high resolutions, especially with DLSS. Even without DLSS or ray tracing (e.g., Total War: Warhammer 3), it achieves impressive 4K performance (79fps, compared to 76fps for the RTX 4080 and 86fps for the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX)."
Upgraded RTX 4080 Super Omen 35L: $2,263.99
For a slightly higher price ($2,263.99 after the "DUO20" discount), this pre-configured Omen 35L boasts significant upgrades:
- Intel Core Ultra 7 285K CPU (upgrade from Core Ultra 5)
- 32GB RAM (upgrade from 16GB)
- 2TB SSD (upgrade from 512GB SSD)
- WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 4.0 (upgrade from WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3)
- Windows 11 Pro (upgrade from Windows 11 Home)
- 240mm LCD liquid cooler (upgrade from 240mm aRGB liquid cooler)
Omen 35L Enhancements:
HP's redesigned Omen 35L chassis offers superior cooling in a compact form factor. Its easily upgradable components, dual 140mm intake fans, 120mm rear fan, and top-mounted 240mm AIO liquid cooler ensure efficient heat dissipation.
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