
There's also a dedicated key that quickly brings up an on-screen menu to launch into HP Command Center, OMEN Gaming Hub, myHP, and HP Palette, all of which are super convenient. Some may lament the lack of dedicated number keys, but this laptop is aimed at creatives who are less likely to use such a feature, so HP made the right choice. Despite the 16-inch display, HP opted for a traditional keyboard layout without a number pad section, which allows everything to be centered. The keys are dark with white lettering, which lets the two-stage backlit shine through efficiently. HP doesn't stray far from its recent designs with the keyboard, which is a good thing. I was pleasantly impressed with all the technology here, and anyone who lives on video calls daily, you'll love using this laptop.

I want to clarify that none of these optional features are gimmicks.


Lighting, resolution, and color look accurate with a pleasing "pro-level" look. Shooting at 2560x1920 for photo and video, this is easily one of the best laptop webcams I have experienced. Like many laptop companies, HP is pushing webcams to full HD and beyond, and that's the case here.

Another nice perk is the HP True Vision 5MP IR camera.
