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When choosing between the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R and the MSI Titan 18 HX, consider that the MSI will generally offer stronger performance for demanding tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or engineering software, which reflects its higher price. The Eluktronics, being less expensive, provides good performance for general use and offers better portability due to its lighter weight and likely longer battery life. If frequent travel with your laptop is expected or if you're budget-conscious but still need reliable performance, the Eluktronics could be a smart choice. However, if desktop-level power is a priority and the higher cost isn't a deterrent, the MSI Titan could serve you better. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R
- Good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Titan 18 HX
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Excellent for content creation
- Excellent overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.7
9.4
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good.
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R offers solid gaming performance with a good GPU and high screen refresh rate, ensuring smooth visuals during gameplay. The MSI Titan 18 HX, with its top-tier GPU and similarly high refresh rate, provides an even more powerful gaming experience, paired with a high-quality screen and robust CPU, though at a higher cost and possibly reduced portability.
Engineering and Design
8.7
9.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
The MSI Titan 18 HX is best in class for engineering and design, while the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very good.
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R, with its high-quality CPU, ample RAM, and robust GPU, delivers solid performance for engineering tasks, complemented by a clear screen, but it balances this with better portability and quieter operation, making it suitable for users who move around a lot. The MSI Titan 18 HX, on the other hand, prioritizes top-of-the-line CPU and GPU performance, more RAM for complex tasks, and a superior screen, which makes it the best for demanding engineering and design use, albeit with a tradeoff in portability and potentially louder operating noise.
Content Creation
8.4
9.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The MSI Titan 18 HX is excellent for content creation, while the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R is very 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
8.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX and Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R are both very good for software development, though the MSI Titan 18 HX is somewhat better.
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
9.2
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
The MSI Titan 18 HX has a better screen than the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a sharp, clear display for everyday tasks and professional applications, the MSI Titan's superior resolution and brightness will enhance document reading and web browsing experiences. For engineering and design work where precise color representation is crucial, both laptops offer excellent color gamut coverage; however, the MSI Titan stands out with the best range, favorable for accurate color work. Gamers and 3D designers, on the other hand, might find these laptops lacking due to their lower refresh rates, which could lead to less fluid motion during fast-paced scenes or while working on motion graphics.
Battery
6.5 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has 6.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Titan 18 HX has 4 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
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
7.9 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R has good portability, while the MSI Titan 18 HX has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
8.5
The MSI Titan 18 HX 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
$4,800
$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 MSI Titan 18 HX costs $4,800.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.3
8.8
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX and Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R are both very good for general use.
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R, with its high-quality CPU and ample RAM, ensures smooth multitasking and fast performance for everyday tasks, and its high-quality screen offers clear visuals, but it trades off some portability and battery life for these features. On the other hand, the MSI Titan 18 HX also offers powerful performance and a great screen for general use while being less portable due to its size and weight, and while it might have slightly better battery life than gaming-centric laptops, it's still limited compared to more mobile-oriented laptops.
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How the Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R and the MSI Titan 18 HX compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R | MSI Titan 18 HX |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,400 | $4,800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10'' x 0.94'' | 15.9'' x 12.1'' x 1.26'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.68 lbs | 7.93 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 15.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.03" | 12.08" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i9-14900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 128 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 4096 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 94 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 18" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 401 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
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 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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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Allen Ngo | January 2024
"With no new Nvidia GPU this year for laptops, MSI had to refresh everything surrounding the graphics card to make up for it. Users are getting a new 18-inch chassis design, new 14th gen Intel HX CPU, new AC adapter, larger keys, and a new 120 Hz HDR1000 mini-LED 4K display to accompany the high price tag. Most of these changes are a step up from last year's GT77, but users are ultimately getting the same gaming performance out of both models."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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