You know that cliche that happens in cartoons where a character (usually an overly frisky wolf/coyote/dog) stares at a potential mate and their heart starts to physically thump out of their chest with an accompanying “hubba hubba”? That’s exactly what happened to me when I first clocked eyes on the HP Omen Transcend 14.
I’ve been testing out this ultra attractive 14-inch gaming laptop over the past week and it’s been both defightful and deflating. At its best, I’ve had virtual experiences on par with the incredible Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024). And at its worst? I’ve honestly had a far better time playing certain titles on my far less powerful Steam Deck OLED.
