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Updated February 27, 2024·
If you're focused on gaming or high-performance tasks and don't mind spending more, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers robust capabilities; however, it's heavier and less suited for travel. Alternatively, the Eluktronics RP-15 provides balanced performance for everyday tasks and is easier to carry, which might appeal to those who prioritize portability and a lower price point over top-tier gaming features. Remember though, with the latter, you may encounter limitations during highly demanding applications. Consider your most frequent use scenarios and whether mobility or raw power matters more for your experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
- Very good for general use
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
- The Eluktronics RP-15 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024).
Key differences
General Use
8.1
7.5
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
459.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for general use, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 generally offers high performance with its superior CPU and ample RAM, making multitasking and demanding applications run smoothly, and its screen quality enhances viewing experience, but it's less portable and has a shorter battery life. Meanwhile, the Eluktronics RP-15 delivers good performance for everyday tasks with sufficient processing power and memory, and it strikes a better balance between portability and battery life, though it may be less adept at handling extremely intensive tasks.
Gaming and AI
8.4
7.8
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a higher-end GPU and a swift screen refresh rate, making it excel in gaming and 3D applications, providing smoother visuals and faster render times. While the Eluktronics RP-15 also has a capable GPU for gaming and 3D tasks, its screen refresh rate and slightly less powerful GPU mean it may not handle extremely graphic-intensive scenarios quite as seamlessly, but still offers high quality for most users.
Engineering and Design
8.8
8.2
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Eluktronics RP-15 are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Eluktronics RP-15 both have strong CPUs and GPUs, ample RAM, and high-quality screens, making them well-equipped for demanding engineering tasks and design work. While the ASUS might offer slight advantages in build quality and design, the Eluktronics is often praised for its portability and quieter operation, balancing the choice between performance and comfort.
Content Creation
8.4
7.6
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) is very good for content creation, while the Eluktronics RP-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
8.0
7.4
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
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for software development, while the Eluktronics RP-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
8.8
8.0
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
459.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the Eluktronics RP-15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
Considering general use, both the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the Eluktronics RP-15 have displays with the clarity and luminance to make daily tasks enjoyable, with high resolutions ensuring sharp images and videos. For engineering and design tasks, they provide wide color coverage, vital for precise color work, but they may fall short for gaming and 3D due to a lower refresh rate which can lead to less fluid motion and slower response times, even though the resolution and panel types are adequate.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 8 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.2
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and Eluktronics RP-15 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,599
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has a price of $1,599 and the Eluktronics RP-15 costs $1,399.
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Key similarities
Portability
Fair
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Eluktronics RP-15 and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) both have only fair portability.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and the Eluktronics RP-15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) | Eluktronics RP-15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,599 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2024 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 14.2'' x 9.7'' x 1.05'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 4.97 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 9.67" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-14900HX | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 62 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 | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 459 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 6.9/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
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 | N/A | |
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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 RP-15
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Eber Anthony | October 2020
"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 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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