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The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has a more powerful processor and graphics card, making it suitable for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks. It also has a higher resolution screen that refreshes faster, which is great for fast-paced gaming, but this leads to lower battery life and a higher price. On the other hand, the Gateway 15.6" laptop is more affordable, lighter, and has a longer battery life, making it better for general use and portability. Its performance is suitable for everyday tasks but less ideal for heavy-duty workloads. Both have the same amount of RAM and are equipped with IPS displays, but the Gateway's screen is less impressive in terms of resolution and color coverage. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 15.6"
- The Gateway 15.6" has no clear advantages over the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R.
Key differences
General Use
8.3
7.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for general use, while the Gateway 15.6" is good.
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R exceeds in general use due to its powerful Intel i7 processor and high RAM, superior screen quality with a higher resolution and refresh rate, although it's less portable and has shorter battery life compared to the Gateway 15.6". Whereas the Gateway offers good general performance with a decent Intel i5 processor and enough RAM for typical tasks, it benefits from greater portability and longer battery life but falls short with a lower screen resolution and refresh rate, which might affect the visual experience.
Gaming and AI
8.7
6.0
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 15.6" is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.7
6.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 15.6" is only fair.
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is better suited for engineering and design due to its powerful Intel i7 processor, high-end Nvidia RTX GPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality screen with greater resolution and color accuracy, which are crucial for demanding tasks and detailed work. In contrast, the Gateway 15.6" has a modest Intel i5 processor, integrated graphics, and a lower resolution display, making it suitable for less intensive engineering tasks and offering a more budget-friendly option with adequate performance for basic design work.
Content Creation
8.4
7.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for content creation, while the Gateway 15.6" 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
6.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for software development, while the Gateway 15.6" is only fair.
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
8.4
6.1
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has a better screen than the Gateway 15.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R likely offers a sharper image and greater brightness, providing a clear and vibrant viewing experience which is essential for everyday tasks and video consumption. In engineering and design, the same laptop probably boasts higher color accuracy, covering a wider color range, making it ideal for professionals who need true-to-life colors for precise work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its screen does not refresh as quickly as desired, leading to less fluid motion and a less immersive experience compared to panels with higher refresh rates.
Battery
6.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Gateway 15.6" has 8 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
5.1
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has good build quality, while the Gateway 15.6" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,400
$600
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has a price of $2,400 and the Gateway 15.6" costs $600.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 15.6" and Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R both have good portability.
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How the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R and the Gateway 15.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R | Gateway 15.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,400 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10'' x 0.94'' | 14.8'' x 9.5'' x 0.77'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.68 lbs | 4.8 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 14.75" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.03" | 9.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 94 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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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."
Gateway 15.6"
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Francisco Lahoz | July 2022
"Some concessions have to be made when shopping for a budget laptop. Walmart's Gateway Ultra Slim laptops succeeds on the affordability front and delivers serviceable specs and good battery life, though it's hard to claim it's the best (or even particularly good) at any particular aspect. Its build quality, especially the touchpad, is mediocre, and its performance is decent but doesn't lead the way. The Gateway does undercut the cost of some competitors and offers ample storage with good connectivity, so it's not to be ignored."
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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.
About Gateway
Gateway is a laptop and tablet brand owned by Acer which sells budget-friendly laptops exclusively through Walmart. It was previously an American computer company until its acquisition by Acer in 2007, who then revived the brand in 2020. Gateway laptops are manufactured by Chinese company Shenzhen Bmorn Technology, which also makes EVOO-branded models.
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