Victus by HP Laptop 16 vs. MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Victus by HP Laptop 16
Victus by HP Laptop 16

Our Rating: 75 %

MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)

Our Rating: 78 %

Detailed comparison and review of Victus by HP Laptop 16 and MSI Katana GF66 (12UC). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Victus by HP Laptop 16 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Victus by HP Laptop 16 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

spacious 16-inch display

ample port selection

stylish modern design

average battery life

heavy build

moderate display brightness

noisy under load

MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

decent thermal management

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Victus by HP Laptop 16 and MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
70 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Victus by HP Laptop 16 vs. MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Victus by HP Laptop 16 MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37 cm x 26 cm x 2.35 cm 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 2.46 kg 2.25 kg
Colour Dark chrome logo, paint finish, mica silver | Ceramic white, paint finish, black chrome (logo) -
DISPLAY Victus by HP Laptop 16 MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Screen Size (Type) 16.1" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare, Micro Edge, Low Blue Light technology Thin bezel design, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Victus by HP Laptop 16 MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 24 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Victus by HP Laptop 16 MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
RAM 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2933 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Victus by HP Laptop 16 MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Victus by HP Laptop 16 MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Dynamic Boost
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features HP Wide Vision HD -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Audio Boost Nahimic audio
COMMUNICATIONS Victus by HP Laptop 16 MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Victus by HP Laptop 16 MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 70 Wh 53.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7.25 hours -
Battery Run Time Video playback: up to 7.25 hours
Typical usage: up to 5.75 hours
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AC ADAPTER Victus by HP Laptop 16 MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 200 Watt 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A
INPUT Victus by HP Laptop 16 MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Type Keyboard, imagepad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Precision touchpad, multi-touch ImagePad Red backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Victus by HP Laptop 16 MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Sleep & Charge)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Sleep & Charge)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE Victus by HP Laptop 16 MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included HP CoolSense, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), McAfee LiveSafe, HP Audio Switch, HP Connection Optimizer, Alexa, Xbox Game Pass (1 month), ExpressVPN (30 days trial), LastPass Premium (30 days trial), HP OMEN Gaming Hub, HEVC Media Extension MSI APP Player, MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS Victus by HP Laptop 16 MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Included Accessories HP 200W Smart AC Adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer -
Features HP Fast Charge Cooler Boost 5 technology
Compliant Standards RED -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number d0001na 070UK
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