HP Victus 15 (RTX 5050)
Best budget pick for learning 3D in Godot.
- CPU Intel Core i7-13620H
- GPU NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 (75 W)
- RAM 16 GB DDR5
Is the ASUS TUF Gaming A14 (FA401, RTX 5050) good for Godot?
Best portable 3D option. Tier: 3D indie · Price band: £800 to £1,200 · Windows
Good for
- 14in and sharper 2.5K screen: a 3D-capable Godot machine you can carry daily
- 8-core CPU helps with C# builds and exports
Not ideal for
- RAM is soldered (LPDDR5X), so 16 GB is what you keep
- Costs more than the Victus for the same GPU class: you pay for portability
Specs
| CPU | AMD Ryzen AI 7 260 (8 cores) |
|---|---|
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 (75 W) |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Storage | 1 TB SSD |
| Screen | 14in 2560x1600, 165 Hz IPS |
Configurations vary by retailer and country: check the CPU, GPU and RAM in the listing match these before buying.
Sources
- Gadget Scout: best budget gaming laptops UK (updated 29 Oct 2026) (checked 2026-11-11)
- Godot Engine documentation: System requirements (4.4) (checked 2026-11-11)
Alternatives in the same tier
Acer Nitro V 15 (ANV15-52, RTX 5060)
Best value for serious 3D work.
- CPU Intel Core i7-13620H
- GPU NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 (115 W)
- RAM 16 GB DDR5