A Low-Cost Laptop That Packs a Punch

The HP Omnibook 3 is a refreshingly affordable laptop that eschews the traditional bare-bones approach to budget PCs in favor of a more robust design. At its core, the Omnibook 3 is powered by an 11th Gen Intel Core i5 processor, paired with up to 16GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD – a potent combination for a laptop that starts at just $500. While Apple’s MacBook Air undercuts the HP Omnibook 3 in terms of base price, it sacrifices performance and portability to do so. The Omnibook 3, on the other hand, manages to deliver respectable gaming performance thanks to its dedicated NVIDIA GeForce MX550 graphics card and a relatively spacious 14-inch Full HD display. HP has also implemented a range of features that help set the Omnibook 3 apart from more traditional budget laptops. A backlit keyboard and a fingerprint reader are welcome additions, while the laptop’s metal body provides a reassuring level of durability. Overall, the HP Omnibook 3 is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a capable and well-equipped budget laptop without breaking the bank.