HP Pavilion Plus 16vsHP Victus 15

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HP Pavilion Plus 16
Pavilion Plus 16

Quick Stats

The HP Pavilion Plus 16 delivers top-notch performance with its Intel Core i7 processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 graphic card.
The HP Pavilion Plus 16 features a robust and sturdy build quality with an all-metal body.
The HP Pavilion Plus 16's impressive display with high brightness and anti-glare panel is a standout feature.
The HP Pavilion Plus 16 boasts impressive features, including Intel Core i7-13700H processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 graphics.
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HP Victus 15
Victus 15

Quick Stats

The HP Victus 15 delivers impressive performance, making it suitable for gaming needs at a decent price.
The HP Victus 15's build quality is decent but has some flex and play in its hinge mechanism primarily.
The HP Victus 15's display is a compromise for those valuing performance over visuals, lacking vibrancy and accuracy.
The HP Victus 15 boasts a powerful feature set with AMD processor, NVIDIA GPU, and up to 32GB RAM.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
HP Pavilion Plus 16
#550
HP Victus 15
Winner
#545
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP Pavilion Plus 16
#620
HP Victus 15
#328
Winner
Display
HP Pavilion Plus 16
#429
Winner
HP Victus 15
#701
Performance
HP Pavilion Plus 16
#229
HP Victus 15
#132
Winner
Build
HP Pavilion Plus 16
#651
HP Victus 15
#616
Winner
Features
HP Pavilion Plus 16
#756
HP Victus 15
#751
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP Pavilion Plus 16
HP HP Victus 15
up to 32GB
up to 64GB
up to 2048GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-13700H
AMD Ryzen AI 7 350
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (Laptop, 60W, 6GB)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 (Laptop)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

HP Pavilion Plus 16

Strengths

The laptop has a very high, brightly lit display (400 nit) with 120Hz variable refresh rate.
It comes with Intel Core i7 13700H processor and Nvidia RTX GeForce 3050 graphic card.
The all-metal body is durable and premium-looking.
The camera is extremely good with 5MP resolution and very sharp image quality.

Weaknesses

The trackpad is clicky, horrible, and looks like a cheap laptop's trackpad.
Sound is distorted and loud due to the Bang & Olufsen speakers.
There are some basic errors in the audio control, including no option to reset equalizer.
The laptop is bulky and big compared to other laptops of similar spec

HP Victus 15

Strengths

The HP Victus 15 has exceptionally well done thermals, with average surface temperatures as low as 41°C under peak loads.
Performance for example is great whether you're playing AAA titles that are both New or Old or modern-day mainstream games they all run at relatively healthy settings in terms of Graphics while maintaining High frame rates
The laptop has a decent selection of IO ports, including USB-A, USB-C, and an HDMI port.
The battery life is not bad, with around 6 hours and 20 minutes of runtime on a single charge.
The speakers are decent, with good volume and minimal distortion.
The HP Victus 15 has a great build quality, with a sturdy body and well-constructed components.
The laptop's performance justifies the point of getting a lower-end GPU like the RTX 4050, making it a great option for gamers on a budget.

Weaknesses

The color quality of the display is poor, with limited color accuracy and gamut.
The brightness of the display is also low, making it difficult to use in bright environments.
The hinge mechanism is flimsy and needs improvement, causing the laptop's screen to wobble when opened or closed.
The keyboard and trackpad are decent but not exceptional, lacking some features like customizable backlighting or gesture support.
The thermal management system can throttle under heavy loads, affecting performance and increasing temperatures.
The battery life is not great, with around 1-1.5 hours of runtime when gaming on a single charge.
The speakers are not anything to write home about, lacking some features like bass or treble controls.
Read Full Reviews

HP Pavilion Plus 16

The HP Pavilion Plus 16 is a sleek and powerful laptop that boasts an all-metal body, Intel Core i7 13700H processor, and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics card. Its 16-inch display features a 400-nit brightness, 120Hz refresh rate, and 100% sRGB color gamut. However, the trackpad is marred by a clicky and unresponsive design, which may be a fault in my unit but still raises concerns about overall quality.

HP Victus 15

The HP Victus 15 is a budget-friendly gaming laptop that punches above its weight. With its impressive performance, well-managed thermals, and decent selection of IO ports, this laptop checks many boxes for gamers on a budget. While it may not excel in every area, such as display quality or build materials, the Victus 15 still manages to deliver a great gaming experience. In this review, we'll delve into its strengths and weaknesses, helping you decide if this laptop is worth considering for your gaming needs.

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