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Updated January 10, 2024·
Given that the Dell Alienware m17 R5 is often somewhat less expensive than the Eluktronics RP-15, consider the following: If you need a laptop primarily for gaming or other graphics-intensive tasks and value a larger screen, the Alienware may be more appealing, although its larger size and weight can make it less convenient for travel. On the other hand, if you seek a balance between performance and portability for activities like engineering software, multimedia work, or general use, the Eluktronics RP-15 might be a better fit due to its likely more compact design and potentially longer battery life. The decision should be based on your primary use, need for mobility, and how much you value longer battery life over screen size. Always keep in mind that with laptops, higher performance may lead to more heat and less battery life, so prioritize based on your most common needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Alienware m17 R5
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
- Good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.1
8.0
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
480Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
301.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 has a better screen than the Eluktronics RP-15 for gaming and AI, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Dell Alienware m17 R5 offers a good balance with its resolution and brightness, making it comfortable for daily tasks; however, the Eluktronics RP-15 tops it by providing superior brightness and clarity, enhancing the overall viewing experience. When it comes to engineering and design, the RP-15 likely provides a wider color gamut covering DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, which ensures more accurate color representation for professional work. For gaming and 3D, the low refresh rate on both laptops may not satisfy gamers or 3D designers who need smoother motion, but the higher resolution and suitable panel types ensure a decent quality for less fast-paced games and 3D tasks.
Portability
Poor
Fair
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
7.3 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability, while the Dell Alienware m17 R5 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
7.2
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 and Eluktronics RP-15 both have good build quality, though the Dell Alienware m17 R5 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,100
$1,399
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 has a price of $1,100 and the Eluktronics RP-15 costs $1,399.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
301.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
5.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 and Eluktronics RP-15 are both good for general use.
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 offers a larger screen and higher capacity storage, making it suitable for users prioritizing display size and data space, though its weight decreases its portability. Conversely, the Eluktronics RP-15, while having less storage, boasts a higher resolution display for more crisp visuals and is lighter, enhancing its portability, along with a slightly better battery life.
Gaming and AI
7.7
7.8
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
480Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Dell Alienware m17 R5 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 stands out for its high screen refresh rate, which is particularly beneficial for fluid gaming visuals, and it has a capable Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU for handling demanding 3D tasks. In contrast, the Eluktronics RP-15, while offering a lower refresh rate, boasts a more advanced Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU that can provide better gaming performance, and its higher resolution display ensures crisper image quality, which can be important for screen-intensive tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.1
8.2
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Dell Alienware m17 R5 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 is equipped with a solid CPU, ample RAM, and a powerful GPU, which, alongside its larger screen with good color coverage, makes it well-suited for engineering and design tasks; however, it is heavier and less portable compared to other models. On the other hand, the Eluktronics RP-15 also offers a robust CPU, sufficient RAM, and an even more capable GPU, plus a higher resolution screen that delivers sharper images, but has less storage capacity upfront and a smaller screen, which may affect multitasking or detailed design work.
Content Creation
7.8
7.6
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 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
7.4
7.4
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Dell Alienware m17 R5 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.
Battery
5.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell Alienware m17 R5 has 5 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.
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How the Dell Alienware m17 R5 and the Eluktronics RP-15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Alienware m17 R5 | Eluktronics RP-15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,100 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 11.8'' x 1.05'' | 14.2'' x 9.7'' x 1.05'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 7.3 lbs | 4.97 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.64" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.76" | 9.67" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 6800H | 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 | 5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 97 Wh | 62 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 480Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 301 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.5/10 | 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 | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 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 | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Dell Alienware m17 R5
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Christian Hintze | January 2023
"Overall, the all-AMD system in the Alienware m17 R5 is impressive, especially the graphics performance. However, various driver issues and unnecessary inconsistencies prevent us from truly enjoying such a potent gaming machine. In addition to strong 3D performance, we particularly like the build quality, the fairly bright UHD display with high color space coverage, and the fact that the gamer is often quiet when not under load and also rather quieter than some competitors under load."
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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 Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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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