I was impressed with the RTX 4050 version of this gaming laptop - now the RTX 4070 is under $1,000
Sep. 24, 2024Save $400 on a fantastic spec
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Of course, we’ve gotPrime Day gaming laptop dealsandBlack Friday gaming laptop dealscoming up very shortly, and with that extra $100 discount briefly making its way to the shelves earlier in the year this model could go cheaper. I’d be hesitant to wait, though. You never know what’s going to happen on Black Friday - this machine could be $200 cheaper but it could stay at this price and be run off the shelves. I’d say the extra $100 is worth it for an extra two months of play between now and November.
HP Victus 16 RTX 4070 gaming laptop |$1,399.99$999.99 at Best BuySave $400 -It’s rare to find an RTX 4070 gaming laptop for under $1,000 but the HP Victus has crashed down to $999.99 this week at Best Buy. That’s still $100 away from a record-low we last spotted over the summer, but considering the rest of the shelves right now it’s looking particularly strong.
Specs:AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS | Nvidia RTX 4070 | 16GB RAM | 512GB SSD | 144Hz FHD display
Buy it if:
✅You want high-end components on a budget✅You need a full-sized keyboard✅You don’t want to worry about temperatures
Don’t buy it if:
❌ You need a particularly bright display❌ You type for long periods of time
Should you buy the HP Victus 16?
TheHP Victus 16is an absolute workhorse, offering fantastic performance for its price and still looking and feeling slicker than other budget options. Its dim display is pretty symptomatic of this entry-level price point and the softer keyboard will turn typists off everyday use but if you’re looking for a machine that can sit nicely in a gaming setup without breaking the bank it’s an excellent option.
Of course, if that display is worrying you there are other options out there. I’d recommend theAcer Nitro 16to those looking for a particularly bright panel around this price range, and theAsusTUF A15 will bump you up a few nits as well.
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