Learn the Differences in the HP Omni 200 Series

HP’s Omni 200-series All-In-One desktop computers offer a sleek appearance by eliminating the clunky computer tower making it a great option for public areas of the house. The Omni also makes a great option in cramped dorm rooms because of the space savings as well as webcam. Despite the limited customizability on this lineup the upper end options can provide modest performance for the casual gamer while the lower end machines make this a great platform for watching movies and browsing the web.

With a full 1080p HD LED screen the picture is sure to provide a pleasing viewing experience. Each model comes standard with Wireless-N, an integrated webcam, wireless keyboard and mouse as well as a media card reader which make the Omni 200 series a great option for a family multimedia computer or an attractive general purpose desktop computer.

This is the entry level 200-series All-In-One. Equipped with last generations Pentium Dual core it offers modest multitasking performance making this a great option for general tasks like checking email and text editing, although this processor might leave something to be desired if you plan on doing a lot of photo and video editing. If you’re upgrading the storage be aware that picking the 5400 RPM 1.5 TB will hurt your performance a bit, although it does save on power if you’re going to have the computer running a lot.

The 200xt is the sweet spot in the lineup. It offers the upgraded graphics options as well as moving to the latest generation Core i3 processor. With the highest graphics option selected the 200xt becomes a viable option for light duty gaming and HD video playback that is seamless. You also get the perks of 250 GB extra storage and 2 GB additional RAM for only one Benjamin; definitely worth the upgrade from the 200t if you can shell out the cash.

If you want to use your All-In-One computer as a workstation this model will let you do it. The quad core upgrade from the Intel i3 to the Intel i5 offers a significant performance increase for video editing and makes it a good option for someone looking to use this computer as their primary computer. Unless you just really need the processing power for video editing and the like the more expensive processor options won’t bag you much for the money, so it’s probably a good idea to steer clear of those. The graphics options are identical to the 200xt with both being light duty graphics cards mostly targeted at improving HD video playback performance but also allowing light-moderate gaming abilities.

The Omni series All-In-One offers great options for the multimedia user or light gamer in a sleek, compact package. In situations where desk space is limited this is a great option. With the HD display the Omni is great for viewing family photos and videos. Each model comes equipped with at least 4 GB of RAM which should be sufficient for most multimedia uses. Its 21.5” screen offers room for several viewers comfortably and the full 1080p resolution displays today’s high-resolution digital photos beautifully.