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✨ **Pro:** Smoothly run Photoshop, Docker, and 40+ browser tabs simultaneously.
Value Score✅ Good Value (Below MSRP)
Display RealityIPS matte; 300 nits; 45% NTSC; basic color; good for general use
🚀 **Extreme:** Perfect for 4K video editing, heavy 3D rendering, and professional development.
Value Score⚖️ Fair Price
Display RealityMiniLED; 2.5K; 240Hz; 1000 nits HDR; individual dimming zones; excellent gaming panel
| HP | Brand | ASUS |
| Intel Core Ultra 5 225H | Processor | Intel Core i9-14900HX |
| Intel Arc Graphics | Graphics | NVIDIA RTX 4090 16GB |
| 16GB | RAM | 64GB |
| 16" FHD+ 1920x1200 60Hz IPS | Display | 18" 2.5K MiniLED 2560x1600 240Hz |
| 4.3 lbs | Weight | 6.6 lbs |
| 10 hours | Claimed Battery | 4 hours |
| 7-9 hours real-world mixed use | Real Battery | 2-3 hours real-world mixed use |
| 649 | Price | 3999 |