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HP Victus 15-fa

Expert rating7 / 10

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CPU:
Core i5-13420H
GPU:
RTX 3050 6GB
RAM:
8GB DDR5
Display:
15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 144Hz

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Manufacturer: HP Last updated: 2026-10-10

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HP Victus 15-fa Review

HP Victus 15-fa with Core i5-13420H, RTX 3050 6GB and 8GB DDR5 (one free SO-DIMM slot) in a 144Hz entry gaming chassis.

HP's budget gaming line, shipping with a single 8GB stick so a buyer can add a second module for dual-channel without discarding anything.

Overview

The Victus 15-fb targets entry-level 1080p gaming with an RTX 3050 and a single populated SO-DIMM slot, leaving room for a straightforward RAM upgrade.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating7 / 10

The Victus 15 pairs a Core i5-13420H with a GeForce RTX 30 series GPU with 6GB of VRAM and a 15.6-inch 1920 x 1080 IPS display at 144 Hz. It has one free DDR5 slot with support up to 32GB, which makes it a sensible entry gaming laptop that can grow.

The 8GB of RAM is tight for modern games and multitasking, so plan an upgrade.

Best for

  • Budget 1080p gaming
  • Easy RAM upgraders

Not for

  • 1440p/4K gaming

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity and variant

BrandHP
SeriesVictus 15
Series IDhp-victus-15-fb
SKU NameVictus 15-fa (i5-13420H, RTX 3050, 8GB, 512GB)
Chassis Code15-fb0xxx
Region SoldGlobal

Class and platform

Laptop ClassGaming
Release Year2023
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
Weight2.29 kg

Processor

CPU BrandIntel
CPU ModelCore i5-13420H
CPU Cores8

Sustained power

Sustained Power SourceNot Measured
Power Adapter Wattage150 W

Graphics

GPU BrandNVIDIA
GPU ModelGeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU
VRAM6 GB
GPU Max Graphics Power80 W
Graphics SwitchingOptimus

Memory

RAM Capacity8 GB
RAM TypeDDR5
Memory Form FactorSO-DIMM
Memory SolderedNo
Max RAM Supported32 GB

Upgradability

RAM Slots2
RAM Slots Free1
Storage Slots1
Storage Slots Free0
Storage Form FactorM.2 2280
SATA Bay PresentNo

Storage as shipped

Storage Capacity512 GB
Storage TypeNVMe SSD

Display

Display Size15.6 inches
Resolution Width1920 px
Resolution Height1080 px
Refresh Rate144 Hz
Panel TypeIPS
Brightness ConditionVendor Unstated
TouchscreenNo

Battery and ports

Battery Capacity70 Wh
Thunderbolt SupportNone
WiFi StandardWiFi 6

FAQs

Can you upgrade the RAM in the HP Victus 15-fa?

Yes. It uses SO-DIMM memory in 2 slots (1 free as shipped). It ships with 8 GB of DDR5. The maximum supported is 32 GB.

Can you upgrade the SSD in the HP Victus 15-fa?

Yes. It has 1 M.2 2280 slot. As shipped the slot is in use, so upgrading means replacing the existing drive. It ships with 512 GB NVMe SSD.

What display does the HP Victus 15-fa have?

The HP Victus 15-fa has a 15.6-inch, 1920x1080, IPS, 144 Hz non-touch display.

Does the HP Victus 15-fa have Thunderbolt?

No. It does not list Thunderbolt or USB4 support.

How big is the battery in the HP Victus 15-fa?

The HP Victus 15-fa has a 70 Wh battery.

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