HP Victus 16 vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360
The Verdict
HP Victus 16 targets gaming enthusiasts with a 144Hz 1920x1080 display and Intel Core i5-13500H delivering solid 12-core performance, while Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 pursues productivity professionals with a premium 2880x1800 Dynamic AMOLED touchscreen and newer Core Ultra 7 155H with 16 cores. Connectivity differs significantly: HP offers 2 USB-A ports versus Samsung's single USB-A but dual Thunderbolt 3, crucial for professionals. Samsung's aluminum chassis and 1.66kg weight provide better portability compared to HP's plastic build at 2.31kg. Battery endurance heavily favors Samsung at 15 hours versus HP's 7 hours. HP's 144Hz refresh rate benefits gaming, while Samsung's 120Hz with superior 400-nit brightness and AMOLED technology suits content creation. Storage matches at 512GB on both. At $799 versus $1749.99, HP delivers exceptional gaming value with respectable specs, while Samsung justifies premium pricing through display quality, build materials, processing power, battery longevity, and convertible functionality. For gamers on a budget, HP wins decisively. For mobile professionals needing all-day battery and high-quality display, Samsung's premium investment pays off despite the substantial price gap.
Who Should Buy
Buy the HP Victus 16 if…
- →RTX 4050 Laptop GPU handles 1080p gaming at high settings
- →144Hz display is smooth for competitive gaming
- →70 Wh battery is larger than most gaming laptops at this price
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 if…
- →Beautiful 3K AMOLED 120Hz touchscreen with S Pen support
- →Remarkably thin at 12.8 mm for a 16-inch convertible
- →Versatile 360-degree hinge for tablet and tent modes
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
HP Victus 16
Pros
- RTX 4050 Laptop GPU handles 1080p gaming at high settings
- 144Hz display is smooth for competitive gaming
- 70 Wh battery is larger than most gaming laptops at this price
- Expandable storage with a second M.2 slot
- Understated design doesn't scream 'gaming laptop'
Cons
- FHD resolution on a 16-inch screen looks soft up close
- Heavy at 5.09 lbs with a bulky charger
- 300-nit display is dim for daytime use
- Plastic build feels budget compared to Legion or ROG rivals
Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360
Pros
- Beautiful 3K AMOLED 120Hz touchscreen with S Pen support
- Remarkably thin at 12.8 mm for a 16-inch convertible
- Versatile 360-degree hinge for tablet and tent modes
- Strong battery life from 76 Wh cell
Cons
- Heavy to use as a tablet at 1.66 kg
- No discrete GPU for creative or gaming workloads
- Soldered RAM limits future upgrades
- S Pen included but lacks charging or Bluetooth features
Full Specifications
| Spec | HP Victus 16 | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 5.09 lbs (2.31 kg) | 1.66 kg |
| Material | Plastic | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 14.09 x 10.2 x 0.92 inches | 355.4 x 252.2 x 12.8 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 7 hours | Up to 15 hours |
| Capacity | 70 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16.1 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | IPS | Dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 12 cores (4P + 8E) | 16 cores |
| Chipset | Intel Core i5-13500H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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