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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a vibrant color display for creative work and higher storage capacity, the Gigabyte Aero 16 with its OLED screen and ample storage is a strong choice, albeit with a slightly bulkier charger and modest refresh rate. On the other hand, the Eluktronics RP-15 offers a higher refresh rate screen for smoother visuals in gaming, and a balance of price and performance for engineering and general use tasks, but with less storage out of the box. Consider the RP-15 if higher frame rates and cost-effective performance are key for you, while the Aero 16 stands out for those in creative fields needing the display finesse and additional storage space. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
- Good speakers
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 16
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Good portability
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Content Creation
7.6
8.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Gigabyte Aero 16 is very good for content creation, while the Eluktronics RP-15 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.
Screen Quality
8.0
8.4
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aero 16 for gaming and AI, while the Gigabyte Aero 16 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When choosing a laptop for general use, elements like a sharp resolution and a bright display make both the Eluktronics RP-15 and the Gigabyte Aero 16 suitable, as these features enhance readability and video clarity. For engineering and design tasks, the Gigabyte Aero 16 stands out with superior color accuracy and a wide color gamut, essential for precise color work and detailed visual projects. However, both models may not be optimal for gaming and 3D applications as they lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion and responsiveness in fast-paced scenarios.
Build Quality
7.2
7.8
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and Eluktronics RP-15 both have good build quality, though the Gigabyte Aero 16 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,399
$1,260
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a price of $1,399 and the Gigabyte Aero 16 costs $1,260.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
8.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
368.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aero 16 to be very good for general use, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
The Eluktronics RP-15 offers competent performance with its AMD Ryzen processor and ample RAM, making it a solid choice for general use, while its IPS screen provides good color accuracy and brightness, but its battery life is shorter compared to some competitors. The Gigabyte Aero 16, on the other hand, stands out with its OLED screen boasting exceptional color coverage and high resolution, which is combined with a strong Intel processor and significant storage capacity, though it is slightly heavier and less portable than the RP-15. Both laptops handle general tasks well, have quality keyboards and offer efficient heat management, but the Aero 16 has an edge in screen quality, which could be a deciding factor for users prioritizing display fidelity over portability and longer battery performance.
Gaming and AI
7.8
7.8
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Gigabyte Aero 16 are both good for gaming and AI.
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
8.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and Eluktronics RP-15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Eluktronics RP-15, with its AMD Ryzen CPU and RTX 4060 GPU, is tailored for responsive engineering and design work, supported by a high refresh rate IPS screen that delivers reasonable color accuracy and brightness. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aero 16 is engineered with an Intel CPU and RTX 3070 Ti GPU, and excels with its OLED display which offers superior color reproduction, higher resolution, and greater contrast, making it ideal for precision tasks where screen quality is paramount.
Software Development
7.4
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 16 and Eluktronics RP-15 are both 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.
Battery
6.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aero 16 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
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.8in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aero 16 to have good portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
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How the Eluktronics RP-15 and the Gigabyte Aero 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Eluktronics RP-15 | Gigabyte Aero 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $1,260 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | October 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.7'' x 1.05'' | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.88'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.97 lbs | 5.07 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.67" | 9.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 62 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 368 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Eluktronics RP-15
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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."
Gigabyte Aero 16
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Isaac Rouse | May 2022
"The Gigabyte Aero 16 is a workstation laptop for light gaming. It's design is still muted, with a silver chassis alongside a black keyboard and trackpad that provides some contrast. The Gigabyte Aero’s full-size chiclet-style keyboard is enjoyable to type on thanks to its snappy feel and responsiveness. The 4K+ AMOLED display is good, but it could be better. It doesn’t handle true black very well and suffers from strong reflections and glare. The Gigabyte Aero excels at productivity performance and can keep up with other gaming laptops in 1080p. But it has very few ports and its refresh rate leaves a bit to be desired."
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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 Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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