Choose Victus 15-fb3296AX if you need:
- Processor Model at AMD Ryzen 5 240 (vs Core Ultra 5)
- Display Size at 15.6 inch (vs 16 inch)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Victus 15-fb3296AX vs ThinkBook 16
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Victus 15-fb3296AX and ThinkBook 16 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Victus 15-fb3296AX | ThinkBook 16 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | HP | Lenovo |
| Product Family | Victus | ThinkBook |
| Model | Victus 15 | ThinkBook 16 |
| Model Number | 15-fb3296AX | ThinkBook 16 G7 IML |
| Part Number / SKU | DA2F3PA | — |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2025 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Gaming | Business |
| Color | Mica silver with black chrome logo | Arctic Grey |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | — |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Processor Family | AMD Ryzen 5 | Intel Core Ultra 5 |
| Processor Model | AMD Ryzen 5 240 | Core Ultra 5 |
| Processor Generation | AMD Ryzen 200 Series | Intel Core Ultra Series 1 |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 4 nm | — |
| CPU Cores | 6 cores | — |
| CPU Threads | 12 threads | — |
| CPU Base Clock | 4.3 GHz | — |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 5 GHz | — |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB | — |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | — |
| Processor Base Power | 45 W | — |
| Maximum Processor Power | 54 W | — |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | Yes |
| NPU Model | AMD Ryzen AI | Intel AI Boost |
| NPU Performance | 16 TOPS | 11 TOPS |
| Platform AI Performance | 31 TOPS | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | Intel |
| GPU Model | RTX 5050 | — |
| GPU Architecture | Blackwell | — |
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | Shared system memory |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | 5120 x 2880 @ 60Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 64 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 5600 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SODIMM | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 1 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | — | Dual-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe Gen4 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | M.2 2242 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | — | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | — | 2 slots |
| Card Reader Formats | — | SD |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 16 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | — |
| Resolution Class | FHD | — |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | — |
| Display Brightness | 300 nits | — |
| sRGB Color Gamut | 62.5 % | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Screen-to-Body Ratio | — | 90 % |
| Flicker-Free | Yes | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p HD | — |
| Camera Privacy Shutter | — | Yes |
| Camera Features | HP Wide Vision; temporal noise reduction | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Dual speakers | Stereo speakers, 2W x2 |
| Speaker Power | — | 2 W x 2 W |
| Audio Technology | DTS:X Ultra; HP Audio Boost | Dolby Audio |
| Microphone Configuration | Integrated dual-array digital microphones | Dual-microphone array with smart noise-cancelling |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Full-size backlit keyboard with numeric keypad | 6-row keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | — |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Spill-Resistant Keyboard | — | Yes |
| Key Travel | — | 1.5 mm |
| Copilot Key | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | HP Imagepad precision touchpad | Precision TouchPad |
| Touchpad Dimensions | — | 120 x 75 mm |
| Touchpad Material | — | Mylar |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6 | — |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ax | — |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz | — |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | — |
| Wi-Fi Module | Realtek Wi-Fi 6 | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4 | — |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | 10/100/1000 GbE | 1 |
| WWAN | No | No |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 2x USB-A 5 Gbps; one supports HP Sleep and Charge | USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1) |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x USB-C 5 Gbps with PD 3.1, DisplayPort 1.4a and HP Sleep and Charge | USB 10 Gbps + Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40 Gbps; USB PD; DisplayPort |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| USB4 Speed | — | 40 Gbps |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| Thunderbolt Version | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 2.1 | 2.1 |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort 1.4a over USB-C | Yes |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Internal PCIe Slots | — | 2 x M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 storage slots |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | — |
| Battery Cells | 4 cells | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-ion polymer | — |
| Fast Charging | Yes | — |
| Fast Charge Level | 50 % | — |
| Fast Charge Time | 30 min | — |
| Power Adapter | 200 W | — |
| Power Connector | AC smart pin | — |
| USB-C Charging | Yes | — |
| USB Power Delivery Version | USB Power Delivery 3.1 | USB Power Delivery 3.0 |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 357.9 mm | 356 mm |
| Depth | 255 mm | 253.5 mm |
| Thickness | 23.5 mm | 17.5 mm |
| Weight | 2.29 kg | 1.7 kg |
| Chassis Material | — | Aluminium top, PC-ABS bottom |
| Lid Material | — | Aluminium |
| Base Material | — | PC-ABS |
| MIL-STD Testing | — | MIL-STD-810H |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Firmware TPM | Firmware TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | — | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | Yes |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| TCO Certified | — | TCO Certified 9.0 |
| RoHS Compliance | — | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | Ocean-bound plastic in speakers and bezel; post-consumer recycled plastic in keycaps and scissors | 25% PCC battery enclosure; 50% PCC keycaps; 30% PCC speaker enclosure; 90% PCC 65W adapter |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 35 °C | 5–35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 10 to 90 % RH | 8–95 % RH |
| Storage Temperature | -20 to 60 °C | 5–43 °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | — |
| Warranty Type | Limited parts-and-labour warranty; no on-site repair | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose ThinkBook 16 if you need:
- Processor Model at Core Ultra 5 (vs AMD Ryzen 5 240)
- Display Size at 16 inch (vs 15.6 inch)
What is the difference between Victus 15-fb3296AX and ThinkBook 16?
Victus 15-fb3296AX and ThinkBook 16 share specifications such as Installed Memory (16 GB), Storage Capacity (512 GB), Launch Year (2025 year), Form Factor (Clamshell).
The main differences: Processor Model (Victus 15-fb3296AX: AMD Ryzen 5 240, ThinkBook 16: Core Ultra 5); Display Size (Victus 15-fb3296AX: 15.6 inch, ThinkBook 16: 16 inch).
Victus 15-fb3296AX may suit users who need its differing values, while ThinkBook 16 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.