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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell XPS 15 is often significantly less expensive than the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R, which comes at a premium price. For general use, the Dell offers a good balance of performance and portability with a decent battery life, while the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is more suitable for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, thanks to a more powerful graphics card. However, the Mech-15 G3R has lower battery life. If cost is a concern and you need a laptop for everyday tasks with occasional intensive use, the Dell XPS 15 might be the better choice; for dedicated high-performance needs and gaming, despite its higher cost and reduced battery life, the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R could be a better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.8
8.7
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell XPS 15 is only fair.
The Dell XPS 15 offers a balance between performance and display quality with a strong CPU and GPU, but the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R takes gaming to the next level with a superior GPU for smoother frame rates and a higher screen refresh rate, providing a more fluid visual experience during fast-paced action. While the XPS 15 provides a high-quality screen for vivid colors and detail, gamers and 3D enthusiasts may prefer the Mech-15 G3R for its gaming-centric hardware that emphasizes the most immersive and responsive experience.
Engineering and Design
8.1
8.7
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R and Dell XPS 15 are both very good for engineering and design, though the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is somewhat better.
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R excels in engineering and design use due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and higher resolution screen, which are beneficial for detailed visual work and computation-heavy tasks. In contrast, the Dell XPS 15 with its Intel Arc A370M GPU and lower resolution display, while still capable, is slightly less suited for intensive design and engineering tasks, but has a premium build and is more portable.
Screen Quality
7.4
8.4
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
606.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has a better screen than the Dell XPS 15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize vivid colors and sharp text for daily tasks or professional design, both the Dell XPS 15 and Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R offer quality displays with high resolution and brightness suitable for these needs. Designers and engineers will appreciate the wide color gamuts on both laptops, ensuring accurate color representation crucial for detail-oriented work. However, for immersive gaming and 3D applications, these laptops may fall short due to lower refresh rates, despite their adequate resolution and panel types.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.5 Hours
The Dell XPS 15 has 10 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Dell XPS 15 and Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R both have good portability, though the Dell XPS 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.8
The Dell XPS 15 has very good build quality, while the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,000
$2,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Dell XPS 15 has a price of $1,000 and the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R costs $2,400.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
8.3
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
606.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.5 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R and Dell XPS 15 are both very good for general use.
The Dell XPS 15 offers good performance for general use with its capable processor and integrated graphics, while also providing excellent battery life and portability, making it a solid choice for users who need a laptop for everyday tasks that's also easy to carry around.
Content Creation
8.3
8.4
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R and Dell XPS 15 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
8.1
8.1
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R and Dell XPS 15 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.
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How the Dell XPS 15 and the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell XPS 15 | Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $2,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | 14.2'' x 10'' x 0.94'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.21 lbs | 4.68 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.57" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.06" | 10.03" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | 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 | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 6.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 86 Wh | 94 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 606 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.1/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 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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Dell XPS 15
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Matthew Buzzi | May 2023
"The 2023 Dell XPS 15 is more or less exactly what you'd expect from the company flagship. Its fresh components deliver measurably superior power and longevity, while the machine's premium build and design remain intact. It may not be overly exciting, but XPS loyalists and upgraders should be more than happy."
Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R
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WePC
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 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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