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This excellent HP laptop is nearly 50% off at Best Buy - and comes with a cheap TV

Snag the HP OmniBook 3 16-inch laptop for under $700, plus get a 43-inch Toshiba smart TV for just $99 when you bundle at Best Buy.

ZDNET's editorial team has evaluated the HP OmniBook 3 laptop, a competitor to the MacBook Neo, and found it to be an excellent choice for everyday use. Priced at $680 after a nearly 50% discount at Best Buy, this laptop comes with a 16-inch 2K touchscreen display, 16GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD. The HP OmniBook 3 is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 255U processor, offering superior power efficiency and multitasking capabilities compared to its predecessors.

During testing, Cesar Cadenas from ZDNET managed to achieve an impressive 28 hours of battery life on a single charge. This laptop supports fast charging, providing up to a 50% charge in just 45 minutes, which is ideal for when you're in a hurry or forgot to charge before heading out.

In addition to the laptop, Best Buy is offering a 43-inch Toshiba TV for under $100 when you bundle the OmniBook 3. This deal includes Wi-Fi 7 support for ultra-fast wireless internet speeds, Bluetooth connectivity for wireless peripherals, and an integrated webcam with dual-array microphones for clear communication.

If a TV isn't a necessity for you, the bundle also offers alternative options like a 27-inch LG monitor, an Insignia mini-fridge, Skullcandy over-ear headphones, or a Lenovo Idea Tab 11-inch tablet. The ZDNET team has given this deal a perfect 5/5 Editor's rating due to the significant savings and the convenience of having both the laptop and TV in one package. However, deals are subject to change, so don't miss out on this opportunity to score great savings on your home office or dorm essentials.

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