HP OMEN 45L Ultra 9 5090
Score: 92/100
Skytech Gaming Azure 3
Score: 92/100Rankings
The HP OMEN 45L delivers top-tier performance with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K and RTX 5090, paired with advanced CRYO CHAMBER cooling, but its massive size and weight limit placement options.
The Skytech Azure 3 is a high-end pre-built gaming PC built around an AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D and an NVIDIA RTX 5080, delivering 4K ultra gaming and fast content-creation performance. It features a 360 mm AIO liquid cooler, 850 W 80+ Gold PSU, DDR5-6000 RAM, and a 2 TB NVMe SSD, all packaged in a tempered-glass mid-tower case with ARGB lighting.
| Attribute | HP OMEN 45L Ultra 9 5090 | |
|---|---|---|
32 GBbest | 16 GB | |
24best | 8 | |
24best | 16 | |
64 GBbest | 32 GB | |
3.2 GHz | 4.7 GHzbest | |
5.7 GHzbest | 5.2 GHz | |
2,000 GBbest | 2,000 GBbest | |
5,600 MHz | 6,000 MHzbest |
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| Attribute | HP OMEN 45L Ultra 9 5090 | |
|---|---|---|
Graphics(2) | ||
GPU Model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 |
GPU VRAM (GB) | 32 GB | 16 GB |
Processor(5) | ||
CPU Model | Intel Core Ultra 9 285K | AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D |
CPU Cores | 24 | 8 |
CPU Threads | 24 | 16 |
CPU Base Clock (GHz) | 3.2 GHz | 4.7 GHz |
CPU Boost Clock (GHz) | 5.70 GHz | 5.2 GHz |
Storage(1) | ||
Primary Storage Type | PCIe NVMe | NVMe |
Memory(2) | ||
RAM Capacity (GB) | 64 GB | 32 GB |
RAM Speed (MHz) | 5600 MHz | 6000 MHz |
Power & Cooling(4) | ||
Power Supply Wattage (W) | 1000 W | 850 W |
Power Supply Efficiency | 80 Plus Gold | 80+ Gold |
Cooling System Type | CRYO CHAMBER | Liquid AIO |
Case Fans Count | 5 | 3 |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
Physical(1) | ||
Weight (kg) | 22.6 kg | 16.05 kg |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | Wi‑Fi 6E | 802.11ac |
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Professional reviewers, including PCMag, award the OMEN 45L an Editors' Choice for its unmatched performance, innovative cooling, and expandability, noting only the DDR5 speed ceiling as a drawback.
Everyday users rave about silent idle operation, premium build quality, and toolless upgrades, while mentioning its massive size, heat under load, lack of front USB-C, and occasional RGB software bugs.
Professional reviewers anticipate the Azure series to set a new performance benchmark, citing the Ryzen 7 9800X3D's sizable 3D V-Cache and the RTX 5080's projected 4K ultra capability as standout strengths. The inclusion of an ATX 3.0 PSU, PCIe 5.0 motherboard, and a 360 mm AIO cooler are highlighted as future-proofing measures.
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the system's raw gaming power, sleek aesthetics, and hassle-free Windows 11 setup, while repeatedly noting the helpfulness of the lifetime US-based support. Common complaints revolve around storage capacity on lower-spec models, limited modern connectivity (especially USB-C), and the modest quality of the bundled keyboard and mouse.
“Silent idle operation is amazing”
“The build feels premium and sturdy”
“It's huge and heavy, hard to fit on my desk”
