Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir.
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.
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.
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 | Emper Perfumes Genius Victory | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 7.8/10 · 1 review | 7.8/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | 7.8/10 | 7.5/10 |
| Projection | 7.2/10 | 7.0/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 7.4/10 | 8.0/10 |
| Value for money | 8.8/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Price | £18.99 | £21.99 |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Masculine | Masculine |
| Inspired by | Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir | Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir |
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
4 shared notes.
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.
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.
Both share Fresh, Sweet and Gourmand. Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal also lists Warm. Emper Perfumes Genius Victory also lists Bold, Aquatic and Confident.
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.
Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal lists Good performance. Emper Perfumes Genius Victory lists Long lasting and Strong longevity.
Ard Al Zaafaran Al Batal lists Warm woody. Emper Perfumes Genius Victory lists Citrus aromatic.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
They share 4 notes: Frankincense, Sage, Vanilla and Tonka Bean.
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.