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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Eluktronics RP-15 is typically much more expensive than the Gateway 11.6", but offers significantly more power and features for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming. It has a larger screen with higher resolution, more storage and RAM, a more powerful processor, and a gaming-grade GPU. However, it is heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less portable. On the other hand, the Gateway 11.6" is more budget-friendly, lighter, and offers a higher portability score, making it suitable for general use or for those who prioritize ease of carrying over performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
- Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
7.5
5.6
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Eluktronics RP-15 excels in general use due to its ample RAM and powerful CPU, coupled with a high-quality screen, but its size and weight diminish its portability and its battery life is limited. On the other hand, the Gateway 11.6" offers high portability and slightly better battery life due to its smaller size and lightweight, but falls short for general use because of its limited RAM, weaker CPU, and low-resolution screen.
Gaming and AI
7.8
5.4
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
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
8.2
5.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Eluktronics RP-15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Eluktronics RP-15 is better suited for engineering and design due to its higher-performance CPU, ample RAM, and powerful GPU, supported by an excellent screen, whereas the Gateway 11.6" has a lower-tier CPU, minimal RAM, and an integrated GPU, paired with a lower resolution screen, making it less capable for demanding tasks. While the Gateway offers superior portability and quieter operation, these advantages do not compensate for the performance gap crucial for engineering software and multi-tasking demands.
Content Creation
7.6
5.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for content creation, while the Gateway 11.6" 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
7.4
5.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for software development, while the Gateway 11.6" 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
8.0
5.7
15.6in
SIZE
11.6in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen than the Gateway 11.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, a laptop with a sharp resolution and bright display, such as found on the Eluktronics RP-15, provides a clear and vibrant viewing experience, which is less prevalent on the lower resolution and dimmer screen of the Gateway 11.6". The Eluktronics RP-15 delivers superior color accuracy and range, crucial for engineering and design work where precise colors are vital, unlike the Gateway which lacks wide color gamuts. In the case of gaming and 3D applications, a high refresh rate is key for smooth visuals, which the Eluktronics RP-15 does not prioritize, making its display less suitable for these uses compared to laptops designed for gaming.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 hours of battery life. The Gateway 11.6" 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.
Portability
Fair
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
11.6in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
5.1
The Eluktronics RP-15 has good build quality, while the Gateway 11.6" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,399
$89
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a price of $1,399 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
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How the Eluktronics RP-15 and the Gateway 11.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Eluktronics RP-15 | Gateway 11.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $89 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.7'' x 1.05'' | 11'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.97 lbs | 2.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.67" | 7.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 62 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 11.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 9.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 0 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Eber Anthony | October 2020
"To conclude, I’m genuinely impressed with Eluktronics and what they have been able to deliver with the RP-15. You see this is all about maximizing performance, cooling, and giving users the most flexible I/O, and then wrapping it into a chassis that doesn’t feel super cheap. Let’s also not forget the price point, I think they have really nailed it in that department."
Get a great deal on the Eluktronics RP-15 or the Gateway 11.6"
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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