HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" vs HP Victus 15 2025 Comparison

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HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" vs HP Victus 15 2025 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" and Victus 15 2025, two laptops by HP. HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" was introduced to market in March 2025 and HP Victus 15 2025 was launched in March 2025. Both EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" and Victus 15 2025 were launched within the same month so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and available technology level.

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EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" and Victus 15 2025 are members of HP's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

HP Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
HP ZBook 8 G1i 16"	March 2025	16.0"	359 x 250 x 19.2 mm	1.72 kg (3.79 lbs)
HP ZBook 8 G1i 14"	March 2025	14.0"	215.6 x 222 x 18.9 mm	1.43 kg (3.15 lbs)
HP ProBook 4 G1i 16"	March 2025	16.0"	359.4 x 251 x 1.7 mm	1.75 kg (3.86 lbs)
HP EliteBook 6 G1i 16"	March 2025	16.0"	359.4 x 251 x 1.7 mm	1.75 kg (3.86 lbs)
HP ProBook 4 G1q	March 2025	14.0"	318.6 x 224.3 x 10.9 mm	1.46 kg (3.22 lbs)
HP EliteBook 6 G1q 14"	March 2025	14.0"	318.6 x 224.3 x 17 mm	1.44 kg (3.18 lbs)
HP OmniBook 5 14	March 2025	14.0"	311.9 x 217.4 x 12.7 mm	1.35 kg (2.98 lbs)
HP OmniBook 7 Aero 13.3	March 2025	13.3"	297.3 x 212.2 x 16.5-17.4 mm	1 kg (2.21 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" and HP Victus 15 2025 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" Key Specs

Launched in March 2025
13.3" TouchScreen - IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 225U,Intel Core Ultra 5 235U,Intel Core Ultra 7 255U,Intel Core Ultra 7 265U
GPU: Intel Arc iGPU (4-Cores)
16GB,32GB,64GB Ram
301.8 x 216.1 x 15.4 mm (11.88 x 8.51 x 0.61 inches)
Weight: 1.4 kg (3.09 lbs)

HP Victus 15 2025 Key Specs

Launched in March 2025
15.6" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 13420H,Intel Core i7 13620H,Intel Core 5 210H
GPU: GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile 4GB,GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop 6GB,GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop 6GB,GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop 8GB
8GB,16GB,32GB,64GB Ram
357.9 x 255 x 23.5 mm (14.09 x 10.04 x 0.93 inches)
Weight: 2.29 kg (5.05 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" and Victus 15 2025 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" over HP Victus 15 2025

Weight	1.40 kg vs 2.29 kg	0.89 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~78.6% vs ~73.5%	Larger screen area ratio
Screen PPI	170 ppi vs 141 ppi	More pixels per inch
2-in-1 Design	Yes vs No	Use like a tablet
Touch Screen	Yes vs No	Interact with your fingers
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	5 nm vs 8 nm	Newer Generation GPU
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left	Flexible cable positions
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
Webcam Resolution	2592 x 1944 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Camera
Number of USB-C Ports	3x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Faster USB-C connection
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port

Reasons to choose HP Victus 15 2025 over HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13"

Side Bezel Thickness	6.3 mm vs 7.7 mm	1.4 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	15.6 inches vs 13.3 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	144 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
GPU FLOPS	7.8 TFLOPS vs 2 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Better typing feel
Key Travel	1.8 mm vs 1.5 mm

Common Strengths of HP Victus 15 2025 and HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13"

Launch Dates	March 2025 vs March 2025	Both laptops are recent models
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of HP Victus 15 2025 and HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13"

HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support

HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" vs HP Victus 15 2025: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" and the HP Victus 15 2025.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.4 kg (3.09 lbs)	2.29 kg (5.05 lbs)
Surface Area	652 cm2 (101.1 inches2)	913 cm2 (141.5 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~78.6%	~73.5%
Side Bezel Thickness	~7.7 mm	~6.3 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.11 kg/inch	0.15 kg/inch
	0.242 lbs/inch	0.33 lbs/inch
Colors	Silver	Silver, Blue, Pink
Cover Opening Angle	360Â°	150Â°

Comparison of the HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" and the HP Victus 15 2025 External Dimensions

Weight

EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" weighs 1.4 kg (3.09 lbs), whereas the Victus 15 2025 weighs 2.29 kg (5.05 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13"

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

HP Victus 15 2025

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Thickness Comparison

HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13"

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

HP Victus 15 2025

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" is 0.11 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the HP Victus 15 2025 is 0.15 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" vs HP Victus 15 2025: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 5 225U Intel Core Ultra 5 235U Intel Core Ultra 7 255U Intel Core Ultra 7 265U	Intel Core i5 13420H Intel Core i7 13620H Intel Core 5 210H
Base Frequency	1.5 GHz	2.1 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.8 GHz	4.6 GHz
Number of Cores	12 (2P + 10E)	8 (4P + 4E)
Number of Threads	14	12
L3 Cache	12 MB	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Arc Graphics (4-Cores)	Intel UHD Graphics (48EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm	10 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" and HP Victus 15 2025.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPU ( Intel Core Ultra 5 225U,Intel Core Ultra 5 235U,Intel Core Ultra 7 255U,Intel Core Ultra 7 265U ) and compare them:

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GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Arc iGPU (4-Cores)	GeForce RTX 2050 Mobile 4GB GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop 6GB GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop 6GB GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop 8GB
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	2000 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	14 W	75 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
FLOPS	2 TFLOPS	7.8 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	4 GB
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	GDDR6
Memory Speed	7.5 Gbps	~14 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	512	2048
TMUs	32	64
ROPs	16	32

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" has a FLOPS value of 2 TFLOPS whereas the HP Victus 15 2025 ' has a FLOPS value of 7.8 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the HP Victus 15 2025 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB	8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	1x8 GB
RAM Clock	7500 MHz	5600 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	DDR5
Upgradable	No	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the Victus 15 2025's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13"	HP Victus 15 (2025)
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Good performance.	✖ Not supported.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	⚠ Can run slowly on CPU with enough RAM and good iGPU.	⚠ Can run using CPU + RAM fallback. Expect slower performance.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	⚠ Possible with CPU + RAM fallback using quantized models.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	62 Wh	52.5 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left, Right	Left
Charge Power	65 / 100 W	120 / 200 W
Cable Length	1 meters

Moreover, the EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" boasts a larger battery capacity of 62 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Victus 15 2025's53 Wh.

Battery Comparison

HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13"

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

HP Victus 15 2025

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

STORAGE
Both laptops, the EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" and the Victus 15 2025 have similar max. storage capacities of 2 TB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" vs HP Victus 15 2025: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" and HP Victus 15 2025 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" has a display size of 13.3".On the other hand, Victus 15 2025 has a larger15.6" display.The total usable screen area of the EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" is 513cm² / 80inch² whereas the Victus 15 2025's total usable screen area is 670cm² / 104inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" features a higher pixel density with 170 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13"

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

HP Victus 15 2025

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Refresh Rate
The Victus 15 2025 offers a higher refresh rate of 144 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
Both EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" and Victus 15 2025 offer the same maximum brightness of 300 nits (cd/m²).

Brightness Comparison

HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13"

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

HP Victus 15 2025

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

HP EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" vs HP Victus 15 2025 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Victus 15 2025 (v6E).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" and Victus 15 2025 have USB-A ports. EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Victus 15 2025 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" and Victus 15 2025 have USB Type-C ports. EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" has 3x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Victus 15 2025 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. Victus 15 2025 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" and Victus 15 2025 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Victus 15 2025 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both EliteBook 8 Flip G1i 13" and Victus 15 2025 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.4	v5.4
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	1x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	3x USB 4.0	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Optional	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	Yes
SD CardReader	No	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes