Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal vs Emper Perfumes Genius Victory

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir.

At a glance

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal costs £18.99 and Emper Perfumes Genius Victory costs £21.99, so Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal is £3 cheaper. They share 4 notes out of 19 distinct notes listed across both (21%). Both are EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir.

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal

A fruity spicy men's release from Ard Al Zaafaran's 2024 lineup, positioned by the wearer community as an affordable alternative to Paco Rabanne's Invictus Victory Elixir.

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory

A fresh aromatic amber Eau de Parfum sold under a name that directly references its inspiration, Genius Victory Invictus, in most retailer listings.

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal, dupe of Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory ElixirEmper Perfumes Genius Victory, dupe of Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir

Comparison

Ard Al Zaafaran Al BatalEmper Perfumes Genius Victory
Overall rating7.8/10 · 1 review7.8/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.8/107.5/10
Projection7.2/107.0/10
Scent accuracy7.4/108.0/10
Value for money8.8/108.5/10
Price£18.99£21.99
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderMasculineMasculine
Inspired byPaco Rabanne Invictus Victory ElixirPaco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal

Top Notes

  • Cardamom
  • Pineapple

Heart Notes

  • Frankincense
  • Sage
  • Vanilla

Base Notes

  • Patchouli
  • Sandalwood
  • Tonka Bean

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory

Top Notes

  • Pink Pepper
  • Lemon
  • Cucumber
  • Melon
  • Mandarin Orange

Heart Notes

  • Frankincense
  • Lavender
  • Basil
  • Sage
  • Geranium

Base Notes

  • Vanilla
  • Tonka Bean
  • Amber
  • Suede
  • Musk

Shared Notes

  • Frankincense
  • Sage
  • Vanilla
  • Tonka Bean

4 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal lists Cardamom, Pineapple, Patchouli and Sandalwood that Emper Perfumes Genius Victory does not.

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory lists Pink Pepper, Lemon, Cucumber, Melon, Mandarin Orange, Lavender, Basil, Geranium, Amber, Suede and Musk that Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Fruity
  • Powdery
  • Patchouli
  • Tropical
  • Spicy

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory

  • Sweet
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Aquatic
  • Herbal
  • Aromatic
  • Lavender
  • Metallic

Both share Sweet, Fresh, Citrus, Vanilla and Gourmand. Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal also lists Woody, Fruity, Powdery, Patchouli, Tropical and Spicy. Emper Perfumes Genius Victory also lists Amber, Aquatic, Herbal, Aromatic, Lavender and Metallic.

Vibes

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal

  • Fresh
  • Sweet
  • Warm
  • Gourmand

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory

  • Fresh
  • Sweet
  • Bold
  • Gourmand
  • Aquatic
  • Confident

Both share Fresh, Sweet and Gourmand. Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal also lists Warm. Emper Perfumes Genius Victory also lists Bold, Aquatic and Confident.

Occasions

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal

  • Daytime
  • Casual
  • Formal
  • Tropical

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory

  • Evening
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Date night
  • Night out
  • Cooler weather

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal lists Daytime, Casual, Formal and Tropical. Emper Perfumes Genius Victory lists Evening, Autumn, Winter, Date night, Night out and Cooler weather.

Performance

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal

  • Good performance

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory

  • Long lasting
  • Strong longevity

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal lists Good performance. Emper Perfumes Genius Victory lists Long lasting and Strong longevity.

Style lane

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal

  • Warm woody

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory

  • Citrus aromatic

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal lists Warm woody. Emper Perfumes Genius Victory lists Citrus aromatic.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal (7.8/10)
  • Projection: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal (7.2/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Emper Perfumes Genius Victory (8.0/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal (8.8/10)
  • Price: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal (£18.99)

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal leads on longevity, projection, value for money and lower price, while Emper Perfumes Genius Victory leads on scent accuracy.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal has 1 community review and Emper Perfumes Genius Victory has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal or Emper Perfumes Genius Victory?

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal costs £18.99 and Emper Perfumes Genius Victory costs £21.99, so Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal is £3 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal or Emper Perfumes Genius Victory?

Atlas ratings give Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal 7.8 out of 10 for longevity and Emper Perfumes Genius Victory 7.5 out of 10, so Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal rates higher.

Which projects more, Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal or Emper Perfumes Genius Victory?

Atlas ratings give Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal 7.2 out of 10 for projection and Emper Perfumes Genius Victory 7.0 out of 10, so Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal rates higher.

Which is closer to Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir, Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal or Emper Perfumes Genius Victory?

Atlas ratings give Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal 7.4 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Emper Perfumes Genius Victory 8.0 out of 10, so Emper Perfumes Genius Victory rates higher.

Which is better value, Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal or Emper Perfumes Genius Victory?

Atlas ratings give Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal 8.8 out of 10 for value for money and Emper Perfumes Genius Victory 8.5 out of 10, so Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal rates higher.

What notes do Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal and Emper Perfumes Genius Victory share?

They share 4 notes: Frankincense, Sage, Vanilla and Tonka Bean.

Which occasions suit Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal and Emper Perfumes Genius Victory?

Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal is tagged for Daytime, Casual, Formal and Tropical. Emper Perfumes Genius Victory is tagged for Evening, Autumn, Winter, Date night, Night out and Cooler weather.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

Compare with the original

  • Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir vs Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal
  • Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir vs Emper Perfumes Genius Victory

See the full Al Batal breakdown

See the full Genius Victory breakdown

THE SCENT ATLAS