Emper Perfumes Genius Victory vs Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir

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

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory costs £21.99 and Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir costs £20, so Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir is £1.99 cheaper. They share 5 notes out of 19 distinct notes listed across both (26%). Emper Perfumes Genius Victory is EDP and listed as masculine, while Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir is EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Paco Rabanne 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.

Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir

Launched in 2024, Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir is a dark woody spicy amber fragrance that captures the commanding sweet smoke DNA of Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir through a cardamom lavender pepper opening, an incense patchouli heart, and a dense vanilla tonka amber musk dry down built for cold weather impact.

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory, dupe of Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory ElixirZimaya Al Embratur Elixir, dupe of Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir

Comparison

Emper Perfumes Genius VictoryZimaya Al Embratur Elixir
Overall rating7.8/10 · 1 review8.6/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/108.5/10
Projection7.0/108.2/10
Scent accuracy8.0/108.7/10
Value for money8.5/109.0/10
Price£21.99£20
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderMasculineUnisex
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.

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

Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir

Top Notes

  • Lavender
  • Cardamom
  • Pepper

Heart Notes

  • Incense
  • Patchouli

Base Notes

  • Vanilla
  • Tonka Bean
  • Amber
  • Musk

Shared Notes

  • Lavender
  • Vanilla
  • Tonka Bean
  • Amber
  • Musk

5 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory lists Pink Pepper, Lemon, Cucumber, Melon, Mandarin Orange, Frankincense, Basil, Sage, Geranium and Suede that Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir does not.

Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir lists Cardamom, Pepper, Incense and Patchouli that Emper Perfumes Genius Victory does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory

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

Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Smoky
  • Aromatic
  • Lavender
  • Patchouli
  • Resinous
  • Incense
  • Spicy

Both share Sweet, Fresh, Amber, Vanilla, Gourmand, Aromatic and Lavender. Emper Perfumes Genius Victory also lists Citrus, Aquatic, Herbal and Metallic. Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir also lists Woody, Smoky, Patchouli, Resinous, Incense and Spicy.

Vibes

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory

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

Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir

  • Fresh
  • Sweet
  • Dark
  • Bold
  • Seductive
  • Powerful
  • Sporty
  • Gourmand
  • Compliment
  • Confident

Both share Fresh, Sweet, Bold, Gourmand and Confident. Emper Perfumes Genius Victory also lists Aquatic. Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir also lists Dark, Seductive, Powerful, Sporty and Compliment.

Occasions

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory

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

Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Social
  • Formal
  • Cold weather

Both share Evening. Emper Perfumes Genius Victory also lists Autumn, Winter, Date night, Night out and Cooler weather. Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir also lists Signature, Social, Formal and Cold weather.

Performance

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory

  • Long lasting
  • Strong longevity

Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir

  • Strong projection
  • Beast mode
  • Beast
  • Powerful

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory lists Long lasting and Strong longevity. Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir lists Strong projection, Beast mode, Beast and Powerful.

Style lane

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory

  • Citrus aromatic

Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir

  • Spicy amber

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory lists Citrus aromatic. Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir lists Spicy amber.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir (8.2/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir (8.7/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir (9.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir (£20)

Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir leads on longevity, projection, scent accuracy, value for money and lower price.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Emper Perfumes Genius Victory has 1 community review and Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Emper Perfumes Genius Victory or Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir?

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory costs £21.99 and Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir costs £20, so Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir is £1.99 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Emper Perfumes Genius Victory or Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir?

Atlas ratings give Emper Perfumes Genius Victory 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir 8.5 out of 10, so Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir rates higher.

Which projects more, Emper Perfumes Genius Victory or Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir?

Atlas ratings give Emper Perfumes Genius Victory 7.0 out of 10 for projection and Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir 8.2 out of 10, so Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir rates higher.

Which is closer to Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir, Emper Perfumes Genius Victory or Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir?

Atlas ratings give Emper Perfumes Genius Victory 8.0 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir 8.7 out of 10, so Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir rates higher.

Which is better value, Emper Perfumes Genius Victory or Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir?

Atlas ratings give Emper Perfumes Genius Victory 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir 9.0 out of 10, so Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir rates higher.

What notes do Emper Perfumes Genius Victory and Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir share?

They share 5 notes: Lavender, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Amber and Musk.

Which occasions suit Emper Perfumes Genius Victory and Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir?

Emper Perfumes Genius Victory is tagged for Evening, Autumn, Winter, Date night, Night out and Cooler weather. Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Formal and Cold weather.

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

Compare with the original

  • Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir vs Emper Perfumes Genius Victory
  • Paco Rabanne Invictus Victory Elixir vs Zimaya Al Embratur Elixir

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