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Black 15.6 inch gaming laptop with micro-edge anti-glare display and backlit keyboard

HP

HP Victus 15.6" gaming laptop i5-13420H RTX 4050 16GB 512GB

SKU CH-44HM-KBKYX

15.6-inch 144 Hz FHD display, Intel Core i5-13420H, RTX 4050 6 GB GDDR6, 16 GB DDR4, 512 GB NVMe, Windows 11 Home

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 13th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Smooth 144 Hz FHD panel for responsive gameplay
  • 8-core i5-13420H reaching 4.6 GHz for fast processing
  • RTX 4050 with 6 GB GDDR6 for modern graphics
  • 16 GB DDR4 and 512 GB PCIe NVMe for quick loads
  • Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3 plus HDMI 2.1 for flexible connectivity

15.6-inch 144 Hz gaming laptop

The HP Victus pairs an Intel Core i5-13420H processor with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU carrying 6 GB GDDR6 memory. A 15.6-inch FHD IPS panel runs at 144 Hz with a 9 ms response time. The system ships with 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD under Windows 11 Home.

Students and entry-level gamers

This configuration suits buyers who want a 144 Hz display and dedicated RTX graphics without stepping up to higher-wattage chassis or larger screens. Users needing more than 6 GB video memory, a higher colour gamut than 45 % NTSC, or a brighter panel than 250 nits should consider other models. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, HDMI 2.1, USB 3.2 Type-C and RJ-45.

Sustained-load behaviour

The 8-core CPU with four performance and four efficient cores maintains clocks up to 4.6 GHz under Turbo Boost while the RTX 4050 stays within its laptop power envelope. The 512 GB NVMe drive keeps load times consistent during extended sessions. Thermal management is handled by the Victus chassis design without liquid metal or vapour-chamber additions.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Gaming Laptop Computers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $702.99
Cheaper than about 95% of the 5,382 comparable items (median $1,978.99).
Screen size 15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Lower than about 60% of the 5,361 comparable items (median 16 in).
Refresh frequency 144 Hz
Lower than about 70% of the 2,443 comparable items (median 165 Hz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Product lineVictus
Part numberHP 15 FA
Product colorBlack
Design styleUltrabook
Product typeGaming
Recommended useGaming
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 13th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i5-13420H
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Storage
SSD storage512 GB
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Refresh frequency144 Hz
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatFHD
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU
Video RAM6 GB
Graphics typeDedicated Card
Audio & video
Sound1x Headphone/Microphone combo jack (3.5 mm)
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Power
Battery runtimeUp to 9 h
Size & build
Product weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardFull size with Keyboard light
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

What operating system does the HP Victus 15.6 laptop ship with so I can start using it right away?

The laptop comes with Windows 11 Home pre-installed and activated, so you can complete the initial setup and reach the desktop without purchasing or installing an operating system separately.

Will my older USB 3.0 Type-A peripherals work with the USB 3.0 Type-A ports on this laptop?

Yes, the two USB 3.0 Type-A ports are backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 devices, so existing mice, keyboards, flash drives and external hard drives will function normally.

How can I confirm the 144 Hz display is running at its rated refresh rate after I set up the laptop?

Open Settings > System > Display > Advanced display and verify the refresh-rate dropdown shows 144 Hz; you can also run the UFO test at testufo.com in a browser to visually confirm smooth motion at that rate.

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