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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the Acer Aspire Vero 15 and the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R involves considering your priorities. The Aspire Vero 15 is more affordable and offers decent performance for general use, along with longer battery life, making it a good option for everyday tasks and portability. In contrast, the Mech-15 G3R costs more but delivers substantially higher performance, particularly for 3D rendering, machine learning, and other engineering tasks, and it offers a superior keyboard, webcam, and screen resolution. However, it is slightly heavier and its battery life is shorter, making it less ideal for on-the-go use. If gaming or high-performance computing is critical, the Mech-15 G3R is the clear choice; otherwise, for regular activities and a balance of cost and efficiency, the Aspire Vero 15 might suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire Vero 15
- The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has no clear advantages over the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R.
Advantages of the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.3
8.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
264.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for general use, while the Acer Aspire Vero 15 is good.
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R edges out the Acer Aspire Vero 15 for general use thanks to its higher screen resolution and color accuracy, more advanced CPU, and better overall performance capabilities including a dedicated high-power GPU, which also makes it suitable for tasks beyond general use. However, the Acer Aspire Vero 15 might appeal to those prioritizing portability and longer battery life, along with sufficient performance for standard computing tasks, although its lower screen quality and integrated graphics limit its potential for more graphics-intensive applications.
Gaming and AI
6.2
8.7
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire Vero 15 is only fair.
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R outperforms the Acer Aspire Vero 15 in gaming and 3D applications primarily because it has a much more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a screen with a higher refresh rate of 240Hz, compared to the Acer's less capable integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a 60Hz screen. Additionally, the Mech-15 has a better CPU and superior screen quality, which also contribute to its strong performance for these tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.6
8.7
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire Vero 15 is only fair.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is suitable for engineering and design with its competent processor and integrated graphics, but the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R boasts a superior processor, a high-end dedicated GPU, and a higher resolution screen, enhancing its capabilities for demanding tasks. While both laptops have the same amount of RAM, the Mech-15 G3R's superior hardware contributes to its very good suitability for engineering and design, although at the cost of slightly less portability compared to the Aspire Vero 15.
Content Creation
7.2
8.4
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for content creation, while the Acer Aspire Vero 15 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.1
8.1
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for software development, while the Acer Aspire Vero 15 is good.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
6.2
8.4
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
264.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has a better screen than the Acer Aspire Vero 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 provides satisfactory visuals with decent brightness and resolution which are adequate for everyday tasks but falls short in the color accuracy and gamut crucial for engineering and design works, and even more so in refresh rate which is vital for a smooth gaming and 3D experience. The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R excels in screen quality for both general use and engineering due to its high resolution and broad color gamuts ensuring sharp and accurate color representation, but its refresh rate, while better than the Acer, doesn't quite meet the high standard required for the best gaming and 3D experiences. Customers must decide if their need for color precision for professional tasks outweighs the demand for rapid refresh rates in visually intensive gaming and 3D applications.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R both have good portability, though the Acer Aspire Vero 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
7.8
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire Vero 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$665
$2,400
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has a price of $665 and the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R costs $2,400.
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Battery
7.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has 6.5 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
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How the Acer Aspire Vero 15 and the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Aspire Vero 15 | Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$665 | $2,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | 14.2'' x 10'' x 0.94'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 4.68 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 10.03" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1195G7 | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 48 Wh | 94 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 264 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Matt Elliott | October 2021
"The Acer Aspire Vero is an eco-friendly Windows 11 laptop. Made with PCR plastic, the Acer Aspire Vero stands out from the midrange laptop pack with a funky, eco-friendly design. Powering Microsoft’s latest operating system is a Core i7 chip from Intel’s latest series, integrated Intel Xe graphics, and an ample 16GB of RAM. The laptop feels snappy, but its battery life disappoints. I also have a few quibbles with the display and keyboard, but they’re relatively minor. With a longer runtime, the Aspire Vero would earn a stronger recommendation for students or anyone looking for an eco-friendly, big-screen laptop."
Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R
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Aaron Ritchie | September 2022
"Everything considered, the XMG Neo 15 (Mech-15 G3R) with RTX 3070 Ti is a great gaming performer. The combination of the Ti graphics card with the new Intel 12th gen CPU is enough to go toe-to-toe, and even slightly pull ahead of the RTX 3080 in most titles, though on games with Ray-Tracing enabled, particularly with graphics set to the maximum and on higher resolutions, the additional VRAM of the RTX 3080 makes a big impact, and the 8GB RTX 3070 Ti machine simply can’t compete, even with the more powerful processor."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About Eluktronics
Eluktronics is a relatively new American gaming laptop company, founded in 2011. They are a reseller for the Taiwanese brand Clevo, who manufacture laptops exclusively and ship them to resellers like Eluktronics who customize them. Eluktronics laptops generally have great hardware specifications for the money, including the CPU, GPU, and RAM. They also feature a relatively clean design by gaming laptop standards, with few logos and discreet colors.
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