HP - Victus 15.6" Full HD 144Hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 - 512GB SSD - Performance Blue
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- Key Specs
- Screen Type: IPS
- Screen Size: 15.6 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Refresh Rate: 144Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Brightness: 250 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
- Processor Model: Intel 12th Generation Core i5 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 512 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.1 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion polymer
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- General
- Brand: HP
- Model Number: 15-fa0033dx/9T9R8UA#ABA
- Product Name: Victus 15.6" Full HD 144Hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 - 512GB SSD
- Color: Performance Blue
- Year of Release: 2023
- Display
- Display Type: LED
- Screen Type: IPS
- Screen Size: 15.6 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Refresh Rate: 144Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Brightness: 250 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
- Processor
- Processor Brand: Intel
- Processor Model: Intel 12th Generation Core i5 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Processor Model Number: 12450H
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 4.4 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 8-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- CPU Cache Memory Level: L3
- L3 Cache: 12 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- Neural Processing Unit (NPU): false (Whether the product comes with an integrated neural processing unit (NPU) that performs computations for AI (artificial intelligence) functions to increase proficiency of the CPU and reduce power consumption.)
- Storage
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 512 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 512 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
- Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Type of Memory (RAM): DDR4 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- System Memory RAM Speed: 3200 megahertz (How fast the information-storing hardware operates. The faster the RAM, the faster memory can be transferred to other system components. Ultimately, faster RAM improves operational efficiency.)
- Graphics
- Graphics Type: Dedicated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
- GPU Brand: NVIDIA
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- GPU Video Memory (RAM): 4 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a GPU’s, or graphics cards, short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the GPU can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, larger amounts of RAM for gaming or video editing increases performance.)
- GPU Video Memory Type (RAM): GDDR6 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- Compatibility
- Operating System: Windows 11 Home (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- Connectivity
- Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.1 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
- USB Ports: 1 x USB-C 3.0, 2 x USB-A 3.0 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 3
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Microphone Input: true (The device features an input for connecting an external microphone.)
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Number Of Ethernet Ports: 1
- Power
- Power Supply Maximum Wattage: 200 watts
- Battery Cells: 4-cell
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion polymer
- Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
- Front Facing Camera Video Resolution: 720p (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used by the camera facing the user to capture video. The higher the resolution the finer the video detail that can be seen.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Features
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- Media Card Reader: true (A hardware device that allows for access to data on a memory card and enables the transfer of its files to a computer. These devices may have one or multiple slots for various types of memory cards, and may be integrated into the computer or available as an external device.)
- Media Card Slot: microSD
- Audio Technology: Audio by B&O with dual speakers
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.93 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 14.09 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 10.04 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 5.06 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: true (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
- EPEAT Level: Silver (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria. Products are rated Bronze, Silver or Gold based on how many of 28 optional criteria they meet (below 50%, 50%, 75%).)
- Included
- Optical Drive Type: None (An optical disk drive (ODD) uses a laser light to read data from or write data to an optical disc. These discs include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. This allows you to play music or watch movies using prerecorded discs.)
- Numeric Keypad: true
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 198122159987
It's time to start your gaming adventure. Keep up with the biggest games and the best players. The processor and graphics are all sleekly designed in a mighty little package.
- Get a fresh perspective with Windows 11: From a rejuvenated Start menu, to new ways to connect to your favorite people, news, games, and content—Windows 11 is the place to think, express, and create in a natural way.
- A dynamic processor that adapts to you for superior multi-tasking performance: 12th Gen Intel Core processor distributes performance where you need it the most — saving you time and increasing your ability to do the things you actually want.
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050: Step up to the power of 2nd generation RTX powered by the award-winning NVIDIA Ampere architecture. AI and new system optimizations create more efficient gaming laptops in new and innovative form factors.
- 144Hz FHD anti-glare display: Reduce frustrating lag and image ghosting with a display that combines a 144Hz refresh rate and 1080p Full High Definition resolution for smooth, crisp gameplay.
- IPS panel: No matter where you stand, this screen delivers clear, vivid images with 178-degree wide-viewing angles, so everyone can get a great view.
- PCIe NVMe SSD storage: Get up to 15x faster performance than a traditional hard drive.¹
- HP Fast Charge: Go from 0 to 50% charge in approximately 30 minutes.²
- Effortlessly connected: Enjoy faster speeds, improved performance and greater capacity with Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card.
- A truly powerful audio experience: With HP Dual Speakers, HP Audio Boost, and custom tuning by the experts at B&O, you can experience rich, authentic audio. Let the sound move you.
- HP Wide Vision HD Camera: The 88-degree, wide-angle field of view lets you video chat with the entire family or group of friends in crystal clear detail.
- Enlarged touchpad: More room on your touchpad makes controlling your PC effortless and intuitive.
- Micro-edge display: By squeezing a larger screen into a smaller frame, this ultra-thin, barely visible bezel revolutionizes your display's appearance with a beautifully efficient design.
- Backlit keyboard with integrated numeric pad: Keep going comfortably even in darker environments.
- Try PC Game Pass for free: Play hundreds of high-quality PC games on your new HP device with 3 free months of PC Game Pass.
Whats Included
- Victus 15.6" Full HD 144Hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 - 512GB SSD
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Disclaimers
- ¹Based on HP internal testing using CrystalDiskMark benchmarking software. Performance is sequentially read compared to SATA SSD.
- ²Recharges your battery up to 50% within 30 minutes when the system is off (using “shut down” command). After charging has reached 50% capacity, charging speed will return to normal speed. Charging time may vary +/-10% due to System tolerance.
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| Pros for HP - Victus 15.6" Full HD 144Hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 - 512GB SSD - Performance Blue | |||
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| There were no pros for this product— | Overall Performance, Speed, Design, Noise Level, Heat Dissipation | Overall Performance, Design, Speed | Overall Performance, Design, Boot Speed, Value, Portability |
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- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good laptop with minor compromises
Overall, this is a great laptop for casual to mid range use for both gaming and school work. The Intel i5 processor that's equipped in this laptop is the mid range one and not the highest end cores. Although memory is only 8GB, it does come with an empty socket inside. The RAM is DDR4 and not DDR5, which can hold a 3,200MHz. I personally bought a crucial 16GB ram DDR4 from Amazon, tho you can get it at best buy, both places sells them for around $30-$33 bucks. Putting in a 16GB DDR4 ram will put this around 24GB of ram to operate with, which is plenty for gaming and browsing. (Note, the Intel website says this motherboard, i5-12450H can be equipped with a max of 64GB of ram DDR4 3200 MT/s.) As for the GPU, this is last gens GPU but it still has 4GB of VRAM so you can still play most games on it. You just have to play around with the game settings in some instances. For storage, the inside of this laptop does come with 2 SSD slots, HOWEVER, the second SSD slot does not come with a slot to insert into the motherboard so you're basically left with 1 SSD slot to work with. Battery life of this laptop is better compared to other laptops around the same range. The battery lasted around 5 hours for me using 5 tabs of google chrome and with 1.5 hours of gaming time. The laptop fans are positioned on only one side of the laptop, which is the left side if you have the laptop screen opened. The laptop can run hot when under load but overall with normal use, the laptop is generally cool with the fans running not to noticeable. Screen brightness on this laptop is around 300nits, which can be hard to use if you're outside in bright sunlight but in a classroom or at home, adjusting the brightness should be useable.
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Posted by rubiksjas
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Power, Performance, and Style: The HP Victus 15.6
I recently upgraded to the HP Victus 15.6" Gaming Laptop and couldn't be happier with my decision! This laptop strikes the perfect balance between gaming power, performance, and design, making it an excellent choice for both gamers and everyday users alike.. From its fast processing capabilities to its sleek aesthetic, this machine offers a well-rounded experience for gaming enthusiasts and professionals alike. Powered by an Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of memory, the Victus handles a variety of tasks with ease. Whether I’m tackling productivity work or diving into more intensive gaming, it remains responsive and efficient. What truly sets it apart for gamers is the inclusion of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050, which brings cutting-edge graphics to the table. I’ve tested this with graphically demanding titles like Call of Duty: Warzone and Cyberpunk 2077, and the frame rates have been smooth and consistent, even on high settings. This level of performance is a game-changer for anyone who needs both power and visual fidelity. The 144Hz Full HD display further enhances the gaming experience. It offers an ultra-smooth, fluid visual experience that minimizes motion blur and provides a competitive edge during fast-paced gaming. Coupled with the vibrant color accuracy and sharpness, this screen is a standout feature for both entertainment and work-related tasks. With a 512GB SSD, loading times are virtually nonexistent. Games, applications, and files load incredibly quickly, and system performance is noticeably faster compared to traditional hard drives. This also contributes to the laptop’s overall responsiveness, which is something I appreciate when juggling multiple tasks. As for the design, the Performance Blue finish strikes a perfect balance between modern flair and professional elegance. It’s not over-the-top, but still makes a bold statement. The laptop is well-built, lightweight for a 15.6-inch model, and easy to carry for on-the-go use. In conclusion, the HP Victus 15.6" Gaming Laptop is an exceptional choice for anyone looking for a versatile, high-performance device. Whether you're a gamer seeking seamless gameplay, a professional in need of a reliable workhorse, or someone who simply wants a stylish laptop that can do it all, this laptop ticks all the boxes. It’s a great blend of power, speed, and design that punches well above its weight. Highly recommended.
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Posted by Usha
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
AN AMAZING VALUE, IF YOU CATCH IT ON SALE
This computer has exceeded my expectations from a budget gaming laptop. I caught it on sale at Best buy for $499.00 and couldn't resist because I liked the idea of having a gaming laptop to travel with. Because I paid so little, I decided to not buy their extended warranty. Before turning the computer on for the first time I opened the bottom by removing the standard Phillips head screws, and carefully prying open the cover. This revealed a single 512GB SSD strip with no connector for a second NVME SSD. I happened to have a previously purchased WD Black SSD to replace the existing SSD. I purchased two Corsair 16GB memory modules to expand the memory from one 8GB module of PC3200 DDR4 RAM to 32GB of DDR4 at the same speed. I booted the computer with a USB Drive loaded with an ISO copy of Windows 11 which I created on my desktop PC. After loading Windows on the newly installed WD Black SSD, doing all the updates, and going to HP's support site to make sure I had all the drivers, I found myself with a computer with double the hard drive space and 4 times the RAM it came with. The computer runs cool, has no excess "bloat-ware," due to a clean install, and it performs dramatically better than the non-upgraded bargain laptop I brought home. I know this because I read reviews, and watched YouTube videos regarding the out of the box performance of this laptop. Every review on YouTube seems to agree that upgrading the RAM on this computer is a must. From this PC tech's perspective, I am compelled to agree. Besides, upgrading ram is cheap. I watched several reviews before making the purchase, and while you can game on this computer without upgrading it, you will have a better experience with this machine if you do. I caught the 32GB of RAM on sale at best buy for 29.99 per module. That 60.00 upgrade is more than worth it. It is critical you make sure to confirm the type of RAM your computer has before upgrading. Don't try putting DDR5 on a DDR4 logic board. The voltage is different. Just use the same DDR4, PC3200 RAM this computer comes with to insure compatibility. So far, I'm happy with the wireless card. The good news it is upgradable as well. If I become dissatisfied with the included network card, or it becomes out of date, I will replace it with an Intel "Killer" wireless card, or whatever the latest and greatest is and plug in the ethernet cable to the connector located on the right side of this laptop to download the new drivers and I'm golden. The point is, this laptop has more upgradability than many laptops costing four times more. It's arguably cheaper to upgrade this, and do the work yourself than to pay lots of money for a laptop that already has the upgrades. This is true if you are satisfied with the intel i5 CPU and the RTX3050 dedicated graphics card this computer comes with. The only game I play is World of Warcraft, so for my needs this is more than sufficient. The screen is decent quality, nothing to brag about, but gets the job done. There is also a handy HDMI port for plugging into any HDMI compatible external monitor, or even a TV. This laptop has plenty of USB ports, and one USB C port. There is also a full sized SD Card Slot. This laptop certainly has no shortages where connectivity is concerned. The screen on this computer is good for a laptop at this price point. I have no justifiable complaints about it. I don't use the laptop in bright sunlight, and the 144Hz display is presenting decent color accuracy, and is more than adequate for the one game (World of Warcraft) that I play on it. In World of Warcraft classic, I am getting over 200 FPS with the graphics turned up to 10, and vertical synch disabled. On retail WOW, The World Within, I do have to turn the graphics down to seven with vertical synch turned off to get consistently playable frame rates. The downside to this laptop would be the all plastic case construction, but at an on sale price point of $499.00 brand new, I have to expect that. The heat management on this laptop has been excellent. I'm getting temps in the 70's C even after hours of gaming. Battery life has been a pleasant surprise. I turned it on, set the timer on my stop watch, and to my delight got a time of 5:02:33 before the low battery warning came on the screen. This time was while web surfing, YouTube video watching, using Sling TV, and Disney +, as well as using google docs, and writing this review. I thought this was pretty reasonable for a gaming laptop. I have not measured battery life while gaming, but I don't recommend gaming on battery anyway. I have my power settings to balanced unplugged, and performance while plugged in. The keyboard is among the most comfortable keyboards I have every typed on. The backlighting is excellent, and the keys have a very nice tactile feel with what to me is just the right amount of travel. I am a touch typist and type very fast. This keyboard makes doing so a pleasure. I can comfortably recommend this laptop based on its ease of upgrading, performance for the dollar, good looks (looks of course are subjective,) as a great value if you can catch it at 499.00. If you need a gaming PC, or just a powerful laptop for the dollar, and you catch it on sale, go for it. I double this recommendation if you are comfortable doing the RAM and / or SSD upgrades yourself, or have someone to upgrade it for you. I will close with the title of this review. This computer is an amazing value, if you catch it on sale.
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Posted by Steve
