The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is more expensive but offers a slightly more powerful processor and GPU, resulting in better performance for 3D, machine learning, and engineering tasks. It also has a larger screen and higher refresh rate but is heavier, which makes it less portable. The battery life is a bit longer than the Eluktronics RP-15. In contrast, the RP-15 is less expensive and lighter, making it more portable, but has a smaller screen and a less powerful processor and GPU, which could limit performance on demanding tasks. Both have good build quality and are suitable for intensive gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18
Very good for general use
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
The Eluktronics RP-15 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Strix G18.
Key differences
General Use
8.3/10
7.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for general use, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is very good for general use because it has a high-performance CPU and ample RAM which ensures smooth multitasking, coupled with a quality screen that offers excellent color coverage and brightness; however, it is less portable and has a shorter battery life. The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for general use, with sufficient CPU power and RAM for everyday tasks, a quality screen, and better portability due to its lighter weight and more compact size, but it has lower screen brightness and less overall power compared to the ASUS.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
7.8/10
8.9/10
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 G18 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 stands out for gaming and 3D with its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and higher screen refresh rate of 240 Hz, making it capable of smoother visuals and better handling of complex graphics. Whereas the Eluktronics RP-15, with a Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a 165 Hz refresh rate, also provides good gaming and 3D performance but may not be as visually smooth or as adept with demanding graphics as the ASUS.
Engineering and Design
8.9/10
8.2/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and Eluktronics RP-15 are both very good for engineering and design, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers top-tier performance with a high-end Intel i9 processor and Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics, perfect for demanding engineering projects, complemented by a large, high-resolution screen with exceptional color coverage; however, it's less portable due to its larger size and weight. In contrast, the Eluktronics RP-15, while still providing solid performance with an AMD Ryzen 7 processor and Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics, is more portable and has a quality screen, making it better suited for users who need powerful specs but also prefer easier mobility.
Content Creation
8.6/10
7.6/10
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 G18 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
8.1/10
7.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 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
8.7/10
8.0/10
18.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the Eluktronics RP-15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Strix G18 and the Eluktronics RP-15 have screens that offer sharp images and vibrant colors due to their high resolution and brightness, which make for an enjoyable everyday viewing experience. In engineering and design, these laptops excel by covering a wide range of colors, crucial for tasks that require color accuracy and detail, such as photo editing or CAD work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, they fall short as their refresh rates are not as high, leading to less fluid motion and slower response times, which can be a drawback for fast-paced games or intensive 3D modeling.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 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.
Portability
Poor
Fair
18.0in
SIZE
15.6in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 and Eluktronics RP-15 both have good build quality, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,299
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a price of $2,299 and the Eluktronics RP-15 costs $1,399.
"With the ROG Strix G18, Asus has made an almost consistently good debut in the still quite new 18-inch laptop segment. The base unit case shows a few signs of weakness in the area of stability and is something which has an effect on the perceived quality of the input devices (the chassis tends to rattle a bit). Nevertheless, thanks to generous port features (incl. Thunderbolt 4), a striking design, and extensive lighting (keyboard, LED strip on the front), gamers get a fitting gaming platform."
"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."
Get a great deal on the ASUS ROG Strix G18 or the Eluktronics RP-15
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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