The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is typically more portable with a longer battery life, making it a good fit for those who need to work on the go. It operates silently without a fan and offers consistent build quality and high-resolution screen with excellent color accuracy. On the other hand, the Eluktronics RP-15 is more suitable for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, and engineering tasks due to its high-performance Ryzen processor, advanced RTX graphics, and higher refresh-rate screen. However, it is heavier and has a shorter battery life, which could make it less ideal for frequent travelers. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022)
Best in class overall build quality
Very good portability
Best in class battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
7.8/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is only fair.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has an integrated GPU which provides moderate performance for 3D tasks and is suitable for users who prioritize a balance of performance and battery life for general use; however, it is limited to a 60Hz screen refresh rate and is not ideal for gaming due to compatibility issues with many popular games that do not run on macOS.
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
8.2/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Eluktronics RP-15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) suits engineering and design with its high-resolution screen and powerful integrated graphics but has less RAM and a simpler GPU compared to the Eluktronics RP-15 which boasts a dedicated high-end GPU and more RAM for more demanding engineering applications. While both have IPS panels with good color accuracy, the RP-15's larger screen size and higher refresh rate may appeal to design professionals, but it is heavier and has shorter battery life, making the MacBook Pro 13 more portable and better for on-the-go use.
Screen Quality
7.6/10
8.0/10
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
497.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has a better screen than the Eluktronics RP-15 for software development, and content creation, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13's high-resolution display and bright panel contribute to its sharp and vibrant viewing experience, making it excellent for general use and engineering tasks where color accuracy is key. However, its standard refresh rate limits its appeal for 3D applications where smoother visuals are crucial. The Eluktronics RP-15, while offering similar benefits in resolution and color accuracy for general use and professional design work, also falls short for gaming and 3D due to a lower refresh rate that does not support the high frame rates these tasks often require.
Battery
20.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 has 20 hours of battery life. The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 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.
Portability
Very Good
Fair
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has very good portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
10.0/10
7.2/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has best in class build quality, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,219
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) has a price of $1,219 and the Eluktronics RP-15 costs $1,399.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and Eluktronics RP-15 are both good for general use.
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) provides a combination of a powerful CPU, adequate RAM, a high-quality screen, exceptional portability with its lightweight design and long battery life, making it suitable for general use. The Eluktronics RP-15, while larger and heavier thus less portable, offers a superior CPU, more RAM, and a higher resolution screen along with better storage capacity, catering to those who need more extensive resources for demanding tasks, but with a shorter battery life.
Content Creation
7.9/10
7.6/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and Eluktronics RP-15 are both good for content creation.
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
7.8/10
7.4/10
6.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and Eluktronics RP-15 are both good for software development.
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.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 13 (2022) and the Eluktronics RP-15 compare to other laptops
"The MacBook Pro 13 is still a very good subnotebook. The 2022 MacBook Pro 13 might look like recycling at first, because the device is completely identical to the old model expect for the new M2 SoC. We have to admit that we were surprised to see another iteration of the MBP 13 as well. The laptop is obviously familiar, but this does not change the fact that it is still a very good subnotebook. You get an excellent chassis with good stability, a very good display, good input devices and the new M2 chip is very powerful and efficient."
"To conclude, I’m genuinely impressed with Eluktronics and what they have been able to deliver with the RP-15. You see this is all about maximizing performance, cooling, and giving users the most flexible I/O, and then wrapping it into a chassis that doesn’t feel super cheap. Let’s also not forget the price point, I think they have really nailed it in that department."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
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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