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Updated February 27, 2024·
If budget is a priority and you're looking for respectable performance in general computing and gaming, the ASUS ROG Strix may suit your needs well. However, if you need top-tier performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or high-end gaming and can invest more, the Eluktronics Mech-15 offers higher specs. It's worth noting that with increased performance, the Mech-15 could have a shorter battery life and be less portable than the ASUS. Choose the ASUS for a balance of cost and capability, or the Eluktronics for peak performance if the price isn't a barrier. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R
- Good portability
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.8
8.4
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
459.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, a laptop with a high-resolution, bright display will provide crisp and clear visuals, making tasks like browsing, document editing, and media consumption enjoyable; both the ASUS and Eluktronics models offer these qualities. In engineering and design work, accurate colors are crucial for precision; therefore, both laptops' displays with wide color gamuts ensure that the design output matches the intended hues and saturation. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is key, the lower refresh rates of these laptops' screens could lead to less fluid visuals, making them less ideal for fast-paced gaming experiences.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 8 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.
Portability
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,599
$2,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has a price of $1,599 and the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R costs $2,400.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.1
8.3
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
459.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with a robust CPU and ample RAM, handles demanding tasks smoothly and displays content beautifully, but its gaming-centric build might limit portability and battery life. The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R, offering similar high-end CPU and RAM capacity for multitasking, also delivers high screen quality, with the tradeoff being potentially louder operating noise and heavier heat output, which could affect comfort during extended use.
Gaming and AI
8.4
8.7
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) are both very good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a top-tier GPU and high screen refresh rate which are critical for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, making it a strong contender in those areas. Meanwhile, the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R also delivers with an excellent GPU and a competitive screen refresh rate, while its CPU and screen quality further enhance gaming performance, though not as crucial as the GPU and refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
8.8
8.7
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its high-end CPU, substantial RAM, and powerful GPU, delivers the performance required for demanding engineering software and offers a superior screen for detailed design work. The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R boasts similar high-performance internals for demanding tasks, but has a tradeoff with slightly less portability due to its bulkier build, although it may offer a more tactile keyboard and quieter operation for an improved user experience in certain environments.
Content Creation
8.4
8.4
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R are both very 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
8.0
8.1
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) are both very 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.8
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) | Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,599 | $2,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2024 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 14.2'' x 10'' x 0.94'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 4.68 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 10.03" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-14900HX | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 6.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 94 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 459 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
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Marc Herter | March 2023
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
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 ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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