HP OMEN & Victus Chargers: Follow the Blue Tip (and Don't Get Caught by Two Barrel Sizes)
XiongYing Zeng
HP gives you a visual shortcut the other brands don't: the plug is blue. That little blue barrel tip is HP's signature for its higher-power gaming and workstation adapters, and spotting it is half the battle. The other half is the part that trips people up — HP uses that blue tip in two different diameters, and they're not interchangeable. So with an OMEN or Victus, the trick is to confirm not just the colour and the wattage, but the exact barrel size.
We'll sort out the two tip sizes first, then the "Smart" pin that HP builds into its adapters, then the wattage tiers from 200W up to 280W. The model names point you in the right direction; the label on your old adapter and HP's TPN code settle it.
Wording note: model names here describe compatibility. These are compatible replacement adapters built to the original (OEM) specification, not power supplies sold by or affiliated with HP.
The blue tip comes in two sizes — this is the gotcha
HP's gaming and workstation chargers use a blue barrel connector, but in two diameters, and getting this wrong is the number-one OMEN charger mistake:
| Barrel size | Where it's used |
|---|---|
| 4.5 × 3.0mm blue tip | Modern OMEN 16, Victus 15/16, Pavilion Gaming, ZBook Fury/Studio — the current standard |
| 7.4 × 5.0mm barrel | Older OMEN models and some legacy ZBook workstations |
Most OMEN and Victus machines from the last several years use the smaller 4.5 × 3.0mm blue tip. Older ones used the chunkier 7.4mm. HP even sold adapters with a 4.5-to-7.4mm dongle to bridge the two. So "it's an HP charger and it's blue" isn't enough — a 4.5mm tip won't seat in a 7.4mm port and vice versa.
Don't assume a barrel from another brand fits. An HP 4.5mm tip and, say, a Dell or Acer barrel can look similar but carry different voltages or pin layouts. Physical resemblance isn't electrical compatibility — match HP's own spec, not just the shape.
HP's "Smart" pin, and the TPN code that identifies your adapter
HP calls its adapters Smart AC adapters, and the name isn't just marketing. The center pin in the blue connector communicates with the laptop, reporting the adapter's wattage so the system can manage power accordingly. Feed an OMEN a lower-wattage adapter and it behaves like the other gaming brands — performance throttles and the battery may not charge during gameplay.
The practical tool HP gives you is the TPN code. Every HP adapter family carries one — TPN-DA10, TPN-CA26, and so on — printed on the brick alongside the wattage. That code, plus your laptop's product number, identifies exactly which adapter you need far more reliably than the model name. When an HP support agent helps someone find an OMEN charger, the TPN and the M-series part number (like M95376-001) are what they quote.
OMEN and Victus wattage tiers
HP gaming spans a wide range. Note one quirk: the 200W and 230W tiers run at 19.5V, but the newest 280W jumps to 20V — so don't assume the voltage is constant.
| Wattage | Output | Common HP codes | Typical machines |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150W | 19.5V / 7.7A | TPN-DA09, TPN-CA11 | Entry OMEN/Victus, Pavilion Gaming, older ZBook |
| 200W | 19.5V / 10.3A | TPN-DA10, ADP-200HB B, L00818-850 | OMEN 15/17, Victus 15/16, ZBook Fury/Studio |
| 230W | 19.5V / 11.8A | M41303-001, M85389-003, TPN-LA21 | OMEN 16, Victus 16, ZBook Fury G8–G10 |
| 280W | 20V / 14A | A280A011P, M95376-001, TPN-CA26 | Newest OMEN 16 (16-k/16-n/16-u), ZBook Fury/Studio G9–G11 |
The 200W blue-tip adapter (TPN-DA10 / ADP-200HB B) is the workhorse across a lot of OMEN and Victus machines, which makes it the one most owners are hunting for. The 280W is the current top tier for the latest OMEN 16 builds with high-end GPUs.
Match or exceed the wattage — same tip, same voltage
As with any gaming laptop, you can run a higher-wattage adapter safely: the laptop pulls only what it needs, and the extra headroom keeps things cooler. The conditions are that the blue-tip size matches and the voltage lines up — remember the 280W is 20V while 200W/230W are 19.5V, so that jump isn't a pure "go bigger." Drop below your machine's rating and the Smart pin reports an undersized adapter, throttling performance and stalling the charge under load.
Find your compatible OMEN / Victus charger
- 200W (TPN-DA10 / ADP-200HB B) for OMEN and Victus gaming — view the 200W blue-tip adapter →
- Everything else — browse all compatible laptop chargers →
👉 Before you buy: check three things on your old adapter — the wattage, the voltage (19.5V or 20V), and the blue tip size (4.5mm vs 7.4mm). Got them? Browse the charger range → and match all three.
What a good OMEN adapter should have
HP's high-wattage bricks carry Energy Star efficiency and a set of protections, and a quality compatible adapter should match that: over-voltage, over-current, short-circuit, and over-temperature protection, plus CE, FCC, and RoHS certification. The 200W-and-up units carry serious current, so look for heavier-gauge cabling and, on the biggest adapters, good thermal design — under load it should run warm, not hot. A blue tip alone doesn't guarantee any of this, so check the spec sheet, not just the colour.
FAQ
How do I know if my OMEN uses the 4.5mm or 7.4mm tip?
Look at the plug on your current charger, or the port on the laptop. Most OMEN and Victus machines from the last few years use the smaller 4.5 × 3.0mm blue tip; older ones use the 7.4mm barrel. If you can read your adapter's TPN code or part number, that confirms it exactly. A 4.5mm tip will not fit a 7.4mm port.
Can I use a higher-wattage charger on my OMEN?
Yes, if the tip size and voltage match. The laptop draws only what it needs, so a higher-rated blue-tip adapter is safe and runs cooler. Watch the voltage though — the 280W tier is 20V while 200W/230W are 19.5V, so confirm both before stepping up. Going lower triggers throttling and won't charge under load.
What is HP's "Smart" AC adapter?
It's HP's name for adapters whose center pin communicates with the laptop, reporting wattage so the system manages power correctly. It's why a no-name barrel that merely fits can still cause an "undersized adapter" warning and limit performance — the laptop wants to recognize a proper HP-spec adapter.
What does the TPN code on my charger mean?
TPN is HP's identifier for an adapter family — like TPN-DA10 or TPN-CA26. It's printed on the brick with the wattage and is the most reliable way to match a replacement, more so than the laptop's model name. Pair it with your laptop's product number when searching.
Can I charge my OMEN or Victus over USB-C?
Most OMEN and Victus gaming models use the barrel adapter for full power and don't support full-speed USB-C charging; USB-C Power Delivery (PD) on thinner HP lines tops out lower. For gaming under load, use the blue-tip adapter at the rated wattage. USB-C, where supported, is a light-use backup at best.
Next step
For HP, the three-part check does it: confirm the blue tip size (4.5mm or 7.4mm), match the wattage, and mind the voltage (19.5V vs 20V on the 280W). Your old adapter's label and TPN code give you all three. Then grab the replacement:
Shop compatible HP OMEN & Victus chargers →
For the fundamentals of voltage, amperage, and connectors, see our complete laptop charger buying guide. We've also got guides for Acer Predator & Nitro, ASUS ROG, Lenovo Legion, MSI, and Dell & Alienware.
Brand and model names on this page are used solely to describe product compatibility and do not indicate any affiliation with HP Inc. Always verify the required wattage, voltage, and connector size against your laptop's original adapter before purchasing.
