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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you need a laptop primarily for gaming or demanding tasks such as video editing, the Eluktronics Mech-15, with its more powerful components, is built for that, but the tradeoff is it's heavier and pricier. The HP Spectre x360, on the other hand, is more suited to general use, offers greater portability with its lightweight design, has a touchscreen with a flexible hinge for tablet-like use, and is easier on the budget. However, for extensive computational tasks, it won't perform as well as the Eluktronics model. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the HP Spectre x360 14
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Best in class speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.7
6.8
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 14 is only fair.
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R boasts a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, crucial for smooth, detailed gaming and 3D applications, while the HP Spectre x360 14 offers versatility with its convertible design but has a less capable GPU and lower refresh rate, making it less optimal for demanding visual tasks. Although both have high-quality CPUs and screens, the Spectre's strengths are more aligned with general use and portability rather than high-end gaming or 3D work.
Screen Quality
8.4
8.6
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has a better screen than the HP Spectre x360 14 for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 14 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R and HP Spectre x360 14 provide high-resolution displays and brightness, ensuring crisp text and vibrant images for everyday tasks and media consumption. When it comes to engineering and design, these laptops offer broad color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation for professional photo editing and graphic work. However, for gaming and 3D applications that demand quick visual feedback, their screens fall short as they lack the high refresh rates required for smooth motion and fast-paced visuals.
Battery
6.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has 6.5 hours of battery life. The HP Spectre x360 14 has 9 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The HP Spectre x360 14 has very good portability, while the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
8.5
The HP Spectre x360 14 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
$2,400
$1,630
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has a price of $2,400 and the HP Spectre x360 14 costs $1,630.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.3
8.7
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 and Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R are both very good for general use.
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R offers a powerful CPU and ample RAM for smooth multitasking, with a high-quality screen and solid battery life, making it suitable for users needing performance in a portable form. Meanwhile, the HP Spectre x360 14 combines excellent screen quality with the versatility and portability of a 2-in-1, and it also offers good battery life, making it ideal for users who prioritize flexibility and ease of use.
Engineering and Design
8.7
8.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R and HP Spectre x360 14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R offers a robust CPU and GPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality screen, making it well-suited for the demanding software used in engineering and design tasks, but its portability and operating noise may not be ideal for all users. On the other hand, the HP Spectre x360 14, while also providing a capable CPU, sufficient RAM, and a high-quality screen for such tasks, stands out with better portability and a higher quality keyboard and speakers, yet it may not match the raw performance of the Eluktronics for the most intensive applications.
Content Creation
8.4
8.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Spectre x360 14 and Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R 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
8.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 and Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R 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 Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R and the HP Spectre x360 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R | HP Spectre x360 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,400 | $1,630 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | January 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10'' x 0.94'' | 12.4'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.68 lbs | 3.45 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 12.35" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.03" | 8.68" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 94 Wh | 68 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 384 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 8.4/10 | |
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 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 9.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 2160p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R
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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."
HP Spectre x360 14
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Rami Tabari | February 2024
"The numbers don’t lie — the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is a star, and a hell of a one at that. From performance to battery life, this machine is a dream. But why didn’t I give it a perfect score? Well, I wish the display performed better and that there were more ports to go around. If you’re itching for someone a little cheaper that offers a brighter display and significantly more battery life, I can only recommend the MacBook Pro 14 as a suitable substitute. Otherwise, the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is the perfect choice for those who want a reliable premium laptop."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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