STACK #265 November 2026

TECH FEATURE

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No matter whether you prefer something subtle or with a splash of personality, there’s a shade of HP OmniBook 5 Choose a colour that suits your style!

that fits your everyday aesthetic. What’s your perfect match?

If you’ve been hunting for a laptop that’s light enough to carry wherever you go, powerful enough to handle all your work, and stylish enough to feel like an extension of your personality, then HP’s OmniBook 5 14" OLEDTouch might be the one that ticks every box. Words Bec Summer THE LAPTOP THAT COLOURS YOUR WORLD HP OMNIBOOK 5

Soft Honeydew A fresh and calming pastel green

Smoke Silver Sleek, modern, and classic

Starlit Blue Bold with a cosmic edge

Peony Pink Soft, warm, and expressive

What are the key specs? Weighing in at a mere 1.16kg, and measuring a svelte 11.7mm in thickness, HP’s OmniBook 5 is built for those who move fast – and expect their tech to keep up! Powered by the Intel Core 5-320 processor, the OmniBook 5 is a smooth multitasker, whether you’re writing up a storm, editing photos, jumping between meetings, or relaxing with a favourite show. With 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM and a 512GB PCIe Gen4 SSD for storage, apps launch quickly, files save speedily, and performance stays snappy even under pressure. A backlit keyboard is practical for use in any lighting conditions, and it’s comfortable for long typing sessions. Meanwhile, Windows 11 Home comes pre-installed for a familiar and secure experience. Will the OLED touchscreen make a difference? Absolutely! The 14" 2K OLED touchscreen is just one of many standout features of the OmniBook 5. With 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut, you get richer reds, deeper greens, and cinematic vibrancy that makes movies pop, while creative work looks more precise. The 1920x1200 (WUXGA) resolution at a 16:10 aspect ratio gives you more vertical

Does it have the ports and connectivity you need? HP includes an HDMI 2.1 port, two USB-C ports with power delivery and DisplayPort support, plus a headphone/microphone combo jack. For wireless connectivity, you get Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3, ensuring fast and reliable connections whether you’re working from home, the office, or somewhere else entirely. A 1080p Full-HD IR webcam with noise reduction and dual microphones makes video calls clearer, while Poly Studio DTS:X Ultra speakers deliver impressively immersive With a chassis built from recycled metal and a premium aluminium finish, the OmniBook 5 looks and feels sturdy without sacrificing elegance. Who is the HP OmniBook 5 for? If you’re after a laptop that blends performance, portability, and top-notch visuals, the HP OmniBook 5 14" OLED Touch stands out as a smart and stylish choice for work, study, and everything in between. audio for such a slim device. Is it built to last?

space, too, which is perfect for scrolling through documents or timelines without constant swiping. The screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3, and its Low Blue Light design helps to reduce eyestrain during long work sessions. Whether you’re writing to deadline, sketching ideas, or even binge-watching, the touch responsiveness and clarity make the experience a pleasurable one. How long will the battery last when on the go? The OmniBook 5 has been designed for all-day mobility. Its 60Wh battery supports fast charging of up to 50% in just 30 minutes, so even a quick café stop can get you powered up again. While battery life varies depending on your usage, the combination of efficient Intel processing and OLED display helps stretch your unplugged time further.

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