If you prioritize affordability and basic tasks like web browsing and word processing, the ASUS Vivobook Go 12, being less expensive, is a reasonable choice; it's also lighter and more portable for on-the-go use. However, if you need higher performance for activities like gaming, 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering work, the Eluktronics RP-15 offers much more powerful hardware, though it is heavier and costs significantly more. The RP-15 also has a better quality display, which is larger and offers higher resolution for superior visual experience. Keep in mind, the increased performance may affect battery life, with the RP-15 likely having shorter battery duration compared to the more battery-efficient ASUS Vivobook Go 12. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 12
Excellent portability
Very good battery life
Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 offers lower performance due to its Intel Celeron processor and 4GB of RAM compared to the Eluktronics RP-15's more robust AMD Ryzen 7 processor and 16GB of RAM, affecting multitasking and speed for general use. While the Vivobook Go 12 is lighter and boasts longer battery life, making it more portable, the RP-15 offers superior screen quality with a higher resolution IPS display and better storage, keyboard, and speaker quality, which enhance the overall user experience.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
7.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a basic Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and a TN panel with a 60Hz refresh rate which are not suited for gaming or 3D applications, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is equipped with a high-end Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and an IPS display with a 165Hz refresh rate, providing a much better experience for such tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
8.2/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Eluktronics RP-15 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 falls short in engineering and design use due to its entry-level Intel Celeron processor, minimal RAM, and basic integrated graphics, along with a lower-resolution screen that doesn't offer high-fidelity color reproduction. Conversely, the Eluktronics RP-15 thrives in such tasks with its potent AMD Ryzen 7 processor, ample RAM, high-performance RTX graphics, and a high-resolution IPS display with excellent color coverage, though it's heavier and not as portable.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
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
5.7/10
7.4/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
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
5.1/10
8.0/10
11.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12's screen may not have the high resolution, brightness, or quality panel that users look for in day-to-day activities, hence it's not optimal for general use. For engineering and design tasks that require precise color representation, its limited color gamut coverage could make it less suitable. Meanwhile, the Eluktronics RP-15, with its very good screen quality, excels in general use and design applications due to better resolution, brightness, and color accuracy, but its lower refresh rate compared to dedicated gaming machines may disappoint gamers looking for smooth visuals in fast-paced games.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has 10 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
Excellent
Fair
11.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2.3 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has excellent portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.2/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$267
$1,399
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a price of $267 and the Eluktronics RP-15 costs $1,399.
"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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