One of the first laptops to use the new Intel Core Ultra 7 series 2 processors was the HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14. Compared to the series 1, the new chipset offers even more efficiency, which is something that many consumers seek in a tiny ultrabook. However, because of its 360-degree hinge and touch-sensitive screen, the OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 may also be used as a tablet.
One of the few 2-in-1s with the new Intel Core Ultra series 2 chipsets on the market is HP’s convertible. However, the base model costs Rs. 1,81,999, so it’s not inexpensive. The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V chipset-packing device that we obtained for review costs Rs. 1,89,999 at retail. Is the cost of this 2-in-1 justified? Find out by reading our review.
Design of the HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14
31.37 x 21.62 x 1.49 cm are the dimensions.
1.34 kg in weight
Colours: Blue atmosphere
At first look, the OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 doesn’t appear to be very unique. The laptop is thin, composed of aluminium, and has a matte appearance that tends to retain smudges and fingerprints.
But if you look closely, you’ll notice that the USB Type-C connectors are located on the angled back borders. Yes, the laptop does not have any USB Type-A connectors. A 3.5mm audio port and a third USB Type-C port are located on the right side.
It should be mentioned that the laptop may only be charged via the Type-C connections on the right side. Additionally, because the display obstructs the angled USB Type-C ports, you cannot insert anything thick into them.
Throughout the study, the 360-degree hinge appeared to be fairly sturdy. It operated quite smoothly as well.
The OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 has a Polystudio etching on the left side, an OmniBook name on the outside of the right hinge, and a metal HP logo on top. There are several rubber feet and a sizable intake mesh on the bottom. The laptop is barely 14.9 mm thick and weighs 1.34 kg.
Display of the HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14
Dimensions: 14-inch, OLED touch, 2.8K resolution, 16:10
Rate of refresh: 48–120 Hz
Luminance: 500 nits
As the name implies, the Ultra Flip 14 features a 14-inch OLED panel with 2.8K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and multitouch functionality. It supports HDR and is shielded by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. According to HP, the panel can produce up to 500 nits of brightness in HDR mode and has a 0.2 ms reaction time.
Watching movies, especially HDR content, is a great experience with the OLED panel. Vibrant colour reproduction and deep blacks are provided. Because of the glossy panel, I would advise against using the laptop outside, however the display does get rather bright indoors.
However, the panel’s touch response is excellent, and using it as a tablet is simple. However, because of its weight, I found that using it as a tablet quickly became uncomfortable, therefore I preferred using it in tent mode. A stylus input is also supported by the panel, and the HP Rechargeable MPP 2.0 Tilt Pen is included in the package.
Webcam, speakers, touchpad, and keyboard for the HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14
Full-size, backlit keyboard with fingerprint reader
Multitouch Touchpad with Haptic Feedback
Speakers: Quad drivers driven by a 9-megapixel, infrared, dual-microphone Poly Studio webcam
The laptop’s keyboard is excellent for typing on. The Power button is a light blue tint with an integrated fingerprint scanner, and the function row is a lighter shade of grey than the rest of the keyboard. The brightness is enough, the travel is respectable, and the keys are spaced well apart. But if the arrow keys had been a little larger, I would have liked it.
The Ultra Flip 14 includes a sizable touchpad from HP that functions flawlessly and allows for multitouch movements. Although it can be a little strong, the haptic feedback is also fairly decent.
Although they aren’t very powerful overall, the speakers are adequate for indoor use. Four bottom-firing speakers are included; they are loud and provide crisp sounds, but they lack a bass end. Poly Studio is what powers them.
A 9-megapixel infrared webcam with a physical shutter is included with the laptop. The quality is good, with enough details and mostly accurate colours in good lighting conditions. It’s better than a lot of other laptop web cameras. However, low-light performance leaves something to be desired.
HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 Software
OS – Windows 11 Home
Additional software – Microsoft Office Home and Student Edition 2021
As this is a Copilot+ PC, you do get a couple of AI features, but Microsoft’s marquee Recall feature was nowhere to be found. The laptop runs Windows 11 Home and you get a bunch of HP software baked in such as Poly Camera Pro, AI Companion, HP Smart, McAfee LiveSafe, and HP Omen.
While most of the apps that I mentioned above weren’t really that useful, you can make use of the AI Companion app to search through PDFs, if that’s something you do a lot. The laptop features a powerful Intel NPU, but there are not just enough AI features to put it through its paces.
You can use the Copilot chatbot and there’s also a bunch of AI tools available in Paint that can be helpful. The Poly Camera Pro app can also come in handy during video calls or streaming as it offers Auto Framing, backgrounds, watermarks, Spotlight, and a bunch of camera filters. There’s also Windows Studio Effects that can enhance your video calling experience.
HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 Performance
CPU – Intel Core Ultra 7 258V
RAM – Up to 32GB LPDDR5X
Storage – Up to 1TB M.2 SSD
GPU – Intel Arc 140V
Our review unit came with the Intel Core Ultra 7 258V chipset paired with 32GB RAM, 1TB storage, and the Intel Arc 140V integrated GPU. The laptop performed quite well in day-to-day usage that involved using Chrome with a bunch of tabs open, video streaming on YouTube or Netflix, running apps such as Slack, and a lot of typing.
HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 Battery
Capacity – 64Wh Li-ion
Charging – 65W
Battery life on the OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 was impressive, to say the least. I was able to consistently get 9-10 hours of usage (a full work day) out of the laptop, with about 30 percent battery still left. The new Intel Core Ultra Series 2 chipsets are definitely more efficient than before, while not sacrificing too much on performance.
HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 Verdict
Time for the verdict, and I’d like to say that the HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 is definitely on the expensive side, and that’s something holding me back from recommending it to users. However, if the price isn’t an issue, and it should see a drop soon, then this 2-in-1 laptop from HP is a good buy.
The OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 has an excellent OLED display, good performance, especially in gaming, great battery life, and is portable. While it does miss out on some basics such as a USB Type-A port, it’s not so bad. If you’re a creator looking for a 2-in-1 with an excellent screen and good battery life, this is a really good choice.
CREDIT: Gadget 360, Allneeds
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