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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 3 14, being less expensive, is a value-oriented option that comes with solid performance for general use, thanks to its AMD Ryzen processor and basic AMD graphics; it's also lighter and more portable, with a slightly smaller screen, which can be advantageous if you travel frequently or commute with your laptop. On the other hand, the HP Victus 15, while generally more expensive, offers notably better performance for more demanding applications and games, as it is equipped with an Intel processor and a much more powerful Nvidia RTX graphics card, but it's heavier and may have a shorter battery life due to its high-performance components. If you're into gaming or need to run intensive 3D or engineering software, the HP Victus 15 would be the better choice, whereas for everyday tasks, web browsing, and lighter productivity, the Acer Aspire might be sufficient while saving you some money. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 3 14
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the HP Victus 15
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.1
6.7
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP Victus 15 and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both only fair for engineering and design, though the HP Victus 15 is somewhat better.
The HP Victus 15 is better suited for engineering and design due to its stronger CPU and dedicated GPU, which significantly outperform the Acer Aspire 3 14’s CPU and integrated GPU, making it more capable of handling intensive tasks like 3D rendering or complex computations. However, the Acer Aspire 3 14 offers better portability due to its lighter weight and smaller size, which may be preferred for users who prioritize mobility over raw performance.
Screen Quality
6.1
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
The HP Victus 15 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 3 14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Acer Aspire 3 14 offers a display that is sufficient for tasks like web browsing and document editing, thanks to acceptable resolution and brightness, but it lacks the wider color coverage needed for precision in engineering and design work. The HP Victus 15's better screen quality benefits general users with higher brightness and resolution, giving a sharper and more vibrant viewing experience. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which results in less fluid motion and a less immersive experience.
Battery
9.5 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The HP Victus 15 has 5.5 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has very good portability, while the HP Victus 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.2
7.4
The HP Victus 15 has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$434
$669
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has a price of $434 and the HP Victus 15 costs $669.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.0
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Victus 15 and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both good for general use.
The Acer Aspire 3 14 is lighter and has a longer battery life, making it more portable and suitable for on-the-go use, while the HP Victus 15 has a better quality screen, more powerful CPU and GPU, is more suitable for gaming and intensive tasks but is heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less portable.
Gaming and AI
5.9
6.4
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Victus 15 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 3 14 is equipped with an AMD Radeon 610M GPU and a 60Hz screen refresh rate, which allows for a basic gaming experience, while the HP Victus 15’s Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and higher 144Hz screen refresh rate cater to more demanding games, providing a smoother and more visually engaging experience.
Content Creation
7.2
7.2
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Aspire 3 14 and HP Victus 15 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.1
7.0
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Aspire 3 14 and HP Victus 15 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
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How the Acer Aspire 3 14 and the HP Victus 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 3 14 | HP Victus 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$434 | $669 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | April 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.74'' | 14.1'' x 10.4'' x 0.93'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 5.06 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.9" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.5" | 10.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7520U | Intel i5-13420H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 40 Wh | 52.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 262 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, and Yannick Khong | March 2023
"The HP Victus 15 is great for gaming. It's available with Intel 12th Gen. CPUs and NVIDIA discrete graphics, which are powerful enough to provide a smooth gaming experience in demanding AAA titles at 1080p. It has a nice keyboard and a fast SSD, as well as Wi-Fi 6 and Ethernet connectivity for low-latency online gaming. Unfortunately, its 144Hz display has a slow response time causing noticeable ghosting, and it doesn't support variable refresh rate to reduce screen tearing."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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