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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R offers superior performance with a high-end processor and advanced graphics, suited for intensive tasks like engineering software, 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming. It also has a higher resolution and refresh rate display, making it great for sharp visuals and fluid motion. However, it's more expensive and less portable due to its weight. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop is much more affordable and lightweight, making it better for general use and on-the-go computing, but its modest processor and graphics are not ideal for demanding applications. The Maypug also has a lower-resolution display, which is less optimal for high-detail work. 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 Maypug 15" Laptop
- The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R.
Key differences
General Use
8.3
5.8
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R's superior CPU and GPU, larger RAM, and better screen quality, along with good heat management, make it well-suited for a range of tasks from daily usage to more demanding applications; conversely, the Maypug 15" Laptop's lower-end CPU and GPU, less RAM, and lower-resolution screen render it less suitable for intensive workloads, despite its better portability and marginally longer battery life.
Gaming and AI
8.7
5.6
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is equipped with a high-end Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a screen that refreshes 240 times per second, making it excellent for gaming and 3D applications; whereas, the Maypug 15" Laptop only includes an entry-level Intel UHD Graphics and a screen with a much lower refresh rate, limiting its capability to handle gaming and 3D tasks smoothly.
Engineering and Design
8.7
5.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R outperforms the Maypug 15" Laptop for engineering and design tasks due to its superior CPU, RAM, GPU, and high-resolution screen, which are very important for such applications. In contrast, the Maypug's lower-tier CPU, limited RAM, basic integrated graphics, and lower resolution screen make it less suited for demanding tasks, despite being lighter and quieter.
Content Creation
8.4
5.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop 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
8.1
5.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop 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
8.4
5.7
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is favored for general use and engineering tasks due to its high resolution, bright display, and wide color coverage which ensures sharp, vivid visuals, and accurate color reproduction essential for detailed design work. However, the lower refresh rate detracts from the gaming experience, where smoother motion is key, hence it's not ideal for fast-paced 3D games. The Maypug 15" laptop, with inferior screen attributes across the board, offers subpar visual quality making it less suitable for any demanding visual task, whether you're browsing the web, engaging in precision engineering, or playing graphics-intensive games.
Build Quality
7.8
5.1
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop 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 Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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Key similarities
Battery
6.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Maypug 15" Laptop and Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R and the Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R | Maypug 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,400 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10'' x 0.94'' | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.68 lbs | 3.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 13.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.03" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel Celeron N5095 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 94 Wh | 29.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
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."
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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.
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