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HP OmniBook Ultra 14 (2026)

80
Well liked
Average of 5 professional reviews
4 of 5 recommend it · broad agreement
Where the 5 reviews landedRange 70–90
Score printed by the outlet Estimated from the verdict

Exact average 79.8 · 4 printed, 1 estimated · printed scores only: 80

HP OmniBook Ultra 14 (2026)Image: HP

5 professional reviewers tested the HP OmniBook Ultra 14 (2026), and 4 recommend it. Most praised: battery life and performance. Most common complaint: price.

Reviewed by Engadget, WIRED, ZDNET and 2 more

The catch: It is pricey, with few ports and a glossy, reflective screen.

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What 5 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 90
    EngadgetHands-on review · 2026

    A first-class premium ultraportable with a sleek build, gorgeous OLED, strong performance and excellent battery, only dinged for high prices and sparse ports.

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  2. 80
    WIREDHands-on review

    One of the most compelling Windows alternatives to the MacBook Air in years, with a beautiful screen, great battery and performance, though pricier than Apple's laptop and awkwardly configured.

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  3. 80
    ZDNETHands-on review · 2026

    A highly recommended premium work laptop with snappy performance, near-day-long battery and a lovely screen, with glare, an average webcam and pricey options as the downsides.

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  4. 70
    Tom's GuideHands-on review · 2026

    A capable, good-looking premium laptop with a full-day battery, but the very high price and thin port selection keep the reviewer from fully recommending it.

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  5. 79est.
    Just JoshNo printed score · Video review · 2024

    The HP OmniBook Ultra 14 is a premium, well-built laptop that offers excellent performance and battery life, though it has some minor issues with fan noise and screen reflectivity.

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What critics praise most

Battery life5 of 5
Performance4 of 5
Design4 of 5

What critics dislike most

Price4 of 5
Brightness2 of 5

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Runner-upApple MacBook Air 13-inch (M4)7 reviews · critics agree87

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Common questions

Is the HP OmniBook Ultra 14 (2026) worth it?

Most critics think so: 4 of 5 recommend it. It is pricey, with few ports and a glossy, reflective screen.

Do critics agree about the HP OmniBook Ultra 14 (2026)?

Broad agreement: scores range from 70 (Tom's Guide) to 90 (Engadget), a spread of 20 points across 5 reviews. Most reviewers land fairly close together.

What do critics dislike about the HP OmniBook Ultra 14 (2026)?

Price (4 of 5 reviews), Brightness (2 of 5 reviews).

What is the best alternative to the HP OmniBook Ultra 14 (2026)?

The Apple MacBook Air (M4) (critic score 91), best overall.