HP OmniDesk M03-0044 vs Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra
HP OmniDesk M03-0044 2025, Core Ultra 5 225, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Dark Wood
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
What Buyers Say
HP OmniDesk M03-0044 2025, Core Ultra 5 225, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Dark Wood
The HP OmniDesk Core Ultra 5 Desktop receives mostly positive feedback for its speed, lightweight design, and value, especially during sales. However, some users report sluggishness out of the box due to Windows 11's AI features, requiring upgrades and software tweaks to achieve optimal performance. The computer is praised as a solid choice for everyday tasks but is not designed for internal upgrades.
Pros
- Fast performance after tweaks
- Lightweight and compact design
- Great value for money
- Quiet operation
- Wireless keyboard and mouse included
Cons
- Sluggish out of the box
- Windows 11 AI bloatware
- Requires RAM upgrade for optimal performance
- Limited internal upgrade options
- Storage partially consumed by OS
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this Mac, calling it a powerhouse and the best value for power users. They praise its multicore performance, GPU capabilities, and ability to handle demanding tasks like video editing and development without issues. The M3 Ultra is seen as a better value than the M4 Max, especially when configured with more memory.
Pros
- Powerful multicore performance
- Great GPU value
- Handles demanding tasks
- Fast exports
- Reliable and stable
Cons
- Single-core performance not noticeably fast
- Potential competition from M4 Max
Scores
Specifications
| HP OmniDesk M03-0044 | Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 5 225 | Apple M3 Ultra★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 10 | 28★ |
| Frequency | 3.3 GHz | 3.5 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 20 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel Graphics | Apple M3 Ultra 60-core★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM | 8 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | — | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 96 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | — |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | SSD |
| Build | ||
| Form Factor | mid-tower | sff |
| PSU | 280W★ | — |
| Weight | 5.77 kg | 3.64 kg |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 6★ |
| USB Ports | 8★ | 2 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 x 6 |
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI | 1x HDMI |
| DisplayPort | 1x DisplayPort 1.4 | 0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| System | ||
| OS | Windows 11 Home | macOS |
Pros & Cons
HP OmniDesk M03-0044 2025, Core Ultra 5 225, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Dark Wood
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong port selection (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong reliability (70th percentile)
- Strong cpu (68th percentile)
Apple Mac Studio M3 Ultra 2025, 96GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
- Strong cpu (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong reliability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong ram (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 8 of 26 specs.