# Affordable Performance PCs The HP Omen Obelisk Provides Impressive Internals in a Stylish Case By Justin Lam | Published 2018-08-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omen-obelisk References: [store.hp](https://store.hp.com/us/en/mdp/desktops/omen-875) & [techradar](https://www.techradar.com/news/hp-omen-obelisk-is-pc-enthusiast-tower-masquerading-as-a-pre-built-gaming-pc) Announced at Gamescom 2018, the [HP](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-omen-17) Omen Obelisk is an impressive pre-built gaming PC that's engineered beyond its affordable price point. Serving as an upgrade or expansion to the Omen 870 tower, this computer features powerful internals but has also been designed from the ground up for PC builders. In terms of internals, the HP Omen Obelisk comes in four different models, with the lowest end model using an [Intel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omen-25l) Core i3-8100 and [Nvidia](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victus-15l) GeForce GTX 1050 and the highest end model packing an Intel Core i7-8700 and a Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070. Externally, the PC features top-mounted USB port access and a full metal case. The case also sports the Omen logo, which has programmable lighting. An optional tempered glass panel with EMI protective coating is available on the highest end model of the HP Omen Obelisk. Image Credit: HP ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Affordable Performance Pcs:** The trend of affordable performance PCs offers opportunities for businesses to provide powerful computing options at a lower price point, disrupting the market. - **Pre-built Gaming Pcs:** The trend of pre-built gaming PCs opens up possibilities for businesses to create ready-to-use gaming systems, simplifying the process for consumers and offering convenience in the market. - **PC Building:** The trend of PC building provides an opportunity for businesses to cater to the DIY market by offering customizable options and components, allowing users to create their own high-performance machines. ### Where This Applies - **Computer Hardware:** The computer hardware industry can take advantage of the trend of affordable performance PCs by developing cost-effective components and systems with powerful internals to meet the demands of price-conscious consumers. - **Gaming Technology:** The gaming technology industry can leverage the trend of pre-built gaming PCs to design and manufacture gaming systems tailored to different gaming needs and preferences, providing a competitive edge in the market. - **Online Retail:** The online retail industry can tap into the trend of PC building by offering a wide range of customizable options and components, providing a convenient platform for users to build their own high-performance PCs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Small Form Factor PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omen-25l.md) - [Budget-Friendly Gaming PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victus-15l.md) - [Low-Power High-Performance Gaming Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-omen-17.md) - [OEM-Branded Computer Components](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omen-gaming-components.md) - [Mobile-Friendly Gamer Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-omen-transcend-laptops.md) - [Value Gaming Desktops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/value-gaming-desktop.md) - [Powerful Gaming Desktops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerful-gaming-desktop.md) - [High-End Prebuilt Gaming PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aorus-supreme-5.md) - [Creative Professional Gamer Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hp-victus-16.md)