Highlights
Key Specs
Screen TypeIPSScreen Size15.6 inchesScreen Resolution1920 x 1080 (Full HD)Touch ScreenNoRefresh Rate144HzBrightness250 nitsProcessor ModelIntel 12th Generation Core i5Storage TypeSSDTotal Storage Capacity512 gigabytesSystem Memory (RAM)8 gigabytesGraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050Display Connector(s)1 x HDMI 2.1Battery TypeLithium-ion polymerBacklit KeyboardYes
General
Product NameVictus 15.6" Full HD 144Hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 - 512GB SSDBrandHPModel Number9T9R8UA#ABAYear of Release2023ColorPerformance BlueColor CategoryBlue
Display
Display TypeLEDScreen TypeIPSScreen Size15.6 inchesScreen Resolution1920 x 1080 (Full HD)Touch ScreenNoRefresh Rate144HzBrightness250 nits
Processor
Processor BrandIntelProcessor ModelIntel 12th Generation Core i5Processor Model Number12450HCPU Boost Clock Frequency4.4 gigahertzNumber of CPU Cores8-coreCPU Cache Memory LevelL3L3 Cache12 megabytesNeural Processing Unit (NPU)No
Storage
Storage TypeSSDTotal Storage Capacity512 gigabytesSolid State Drive Capacity512 gigabytes
Memory
System Memory (RAM)8 gigabytesType of Memory (RAM)DDR4System Memory RAM Speed3200 megahertz
Graphics
Graphics TypeDedicatedGPU BrandNVIDIAGraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050GPU Video Memory (RAM)4 gigabytesGPU Video Memory Type (RAM)GDDR6
Compatibility
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
Connectivity
Display Connector(s)1 x HDMI 2.1Number of HDMI Outputs (Total)1USB Ports1 x USB-C 3.0, 2 x USB-A 3.0Number of USB Ports (Total)3Headphone JackYesMicrophone InputYesWireless ConnectivityBluetooth, Wi-FiWireless Networking StandardWi-Fi 6Number Of Ethernet Ports1
Power
Power Supply Maximum Wattage200 wattsBattery Cells4-cellBattery TypeLithium-ion polymer
Camera
Front-Facing CameraYesFront Facing Camera Video Resolution720pBuilt-In MicrophoneYes
Features
Backlit KeyboardYesMedia Card ReaderYesMedia Card SlotmicroSDAudio TechnologyAudio by B&O with dual speakers
Dimensions
Product Height0.93 inchesProduct Width14.09 inchesProduct Depth10.04 inchesProduct Weight5.06 pounds
Certifications & Listings
ENERGY STAR CertifiedYesEPEAT QualifiedYesEPEAT LevelSilver
Included
Optical Drive TypeNoneNumeric KeypadYes
Warranty
Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1 yearManufacturer's Warranty - Labor1 year
Other
UPC198122159987
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.
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Legal 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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Q: QuestionIs SSD or ram are expandable?(3 answers)
A: AnswerYou can expand the ram to 64gb if you wanted to. I'm currently at 32gb with 2x16gb installed. Upgrading the ram is a must.Answered by TheFragMan
Q: QuestionCan this models RAM be upgraded?(6 answers)
A: AnswerSure, Can be upgraded up to 32 gb DDR 4.Answered by OleksiiP
Q: QuestionCan this also be used for regular use, like Google chrome for my kids school stuff?(3 answers)
A: AnswerThis computer is many times more than what most any child would need, and should last for years, with care.Answered by luislast
Q: QuestionI would like to know if it supports 2x16GB for a total of 32GB of RAM.(2 answers)
A: AnswerThank you for your question. The HP Victus 15-fa0033dx laptop has 2 memory slots. The maximum memory capacity that can be upgraded on this laptop is 64GB (2x 32GB).Answered by HP Team
Q: QuestionIk it’s wierd but can it run Roblox games smoothly(2 answers)
A: AnswerHP's reply is both fair and accurate. To find out whether a specific computer build enables playing a specific game, always go to the manufacturer's website and search for the game, where you will find a full list of system requirements, both minimum (game can be played under the correct circumstances) and recommended (game can be played with full flexibility and enjoyment).Answered by luislast
- A: AnswerAdding more information and clarifying: (1) There are several programs available, but free and paid, that allow you to clone your drive. This would obviate any need to reinstall the MS OS. (2) Windows as an OEM product has been tied to its original PC since at least 2000 (version ME). It has also been tied to the BIOS since Windows 7. (3) This means that barring a major change (the motherboard), you can easily use the same OS on the same computer, yet change RAM, drives, CPUs, GPUs, (4) Try to keep up.
Answered by luislast
Q: QuestionIs this laptop Bluetooth compatible?(3 answers)
A: AnswerYesAnswered by Rocklee973
Q: QuestionHow many slots are there for ssds?(2 answers)
A: Answer1 Nvme slot (this was almost a deal breaker) but then I realized I could just get a 2 or 4TB and call it a dayAnswered by Rocklee973
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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Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 238 reviews
4.6Rating by feature
- 4.3Battery Life
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars
- 4.6Speed
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
- 4.6Display
Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
3 expert reviews
Customers are saying
Customers consistently note the Victus 15.6" Full HD 144Hz Gaming Laptop's gaming capabilities, praising its performance and affordability. Many customers are pleased with its price, calling it a great value for the performance it offers. While some customers are satisfied with its 8GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, others suggest upgrading these components for a better gaming experience. The battery life and screen brightness are common pain points mentioned by customers.
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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.
Posted by rubiksjas
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good Beginner Gaming Laptop
Performance is really good, it runs Red Dead Redemption 2 at Max Graphics at at least 30fps. Basically can play almost every modern game. Only bad things I could say about this laptop is battery life and the screen brightness.
Posted by DavidR
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice gaming laptop form HP
Powerful Performance: Equipped with the Intel Core i7 or i5 processor, paired with up to 16GB of RAM, this laptop is perfect for handling demanding games and multitasking. It provides smooth and responsive performance, ensuring you can play AAA titles without lag. 144Hz Display: The 15.6" Full HD screen with a 144Hz refresh rate is fantastic for gaming, offering smoother visuals with reduced motion blur. This makes fast-paced games like FPS or racing games feel more fluid and responsive. Graphics: With NVIDIA GeForce GTX or RTX graphics (depending on the model), the Victus offers excellent performance in both gaming and productivity tasks like video editing or 3D rendering. The GPU is capable of running most modern titles at high settings without compromising performance. Design and Build: The Victus strikes a balance between performance and portability. It has a clean, modern design with a durable build, making it ideal for those who need a laptop that’s easy to carry around without sacrificing performance. Battery Life: While gaming laptops are known for short battery life, the Victus offers decent longevity for everyday tasks, giving you a few hours of use before needing a recharge. Affordable Price Point: Compared to other gaming laptops with similar specs, the HP Victus offers great value for the price, delivering solid performance and features without the premium cost of high-end models. Overall, the HP Victus 15.6" Full HD 144Hz Gaming Laptop is an excellent choice for gamers who want performance, a smooth visual experience, and a durable design—all at a reasonable price. Whether you're gaming, streaming, or working on creative projects, this laptop offers everything you need for a top-notch experience.
Posted by TonyR