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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Eluktronics RP-15 is less expensive and more portable with a smaller screen and lower weight, making it suitable for frequent travelers. It has decent battery life and is well-suited for general use and gaming. The Gigabyte Aorus 17H, on the other hand, has higher performance, making it better for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks. It also has a larger screen and greater storage capacity but is more expensive and less portable due to its larger size and heavier weight. If budget is a concern and you prefer portability, go for the RP-15, but if performance and screen size are priorities, consider the Aorus 17H. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
- The Eluktronics RP-15 has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte Aorus 17H.
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17H
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8
8.7
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H is very good for gaming and AI, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
The Eluktronics RP-15 offers a capable Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a high 165hz screen refresh rate which is good for smooth gaming and 3D applications, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H steps it up with a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU and an even higher 360hz refresh rate, enhancing responsiveness and detail in visuals which will appeal to top-end gamers and professionals working with 3D graphics. Although the RP-15 has a higher resolution display which can lead to better screen quality, the Aorus 17H's superior GPU and faster refresh rate are key for the most demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Screen Quality
8.0
8.3
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 17H for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H has a better screen for gaming and AI, and software development.
If you prioritize a vibrant display and crisp image detail for everyday tasks and professional design work, the Eluktronics RP-15's screen, with its high resolution and wide color gamut, makes it an excellent choice, although it falls short for gaming due to its lower refresh rate. The Gigabyte Aorus 17H, while slightly less impressive in color range, still offers a satisfying visual experience for both general and engineering uses with its good resolution and brightness. Gamers who value smooth motion and rapid response may find both models lacking, as their screens do not emphasize the high refresh rates critical for fast-paced gaming action.
Portability
Fair
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,399
$2,200
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a price of $1,399 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17H costs $2,200.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.9
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
351.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.9/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H and Eluktronics RP-15 are both good for general use.
The Eluktronics RP-15 is equipped with a solid processor and ample RAM which are adequate for general tasks, and its lighter weight makes it more portable, although its battery life is just average. In comparison, the Gigabyte Aorus 17H also boasts a capable CPU and sufficient memory, but its larger screen and higher storage capacity stand out, albeit with the trade-off of being less portable and having a similar battery life. Both have high-quality screens, keyboards, and speakers, but the Aorus 17H may handle heat and operating noise slightly better.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H and Eluktronics RP-15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Eluktronics RP-15 is equipped with a high-resolution screen, making it suitable for detailed engineering and design work; its AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU provide strong performance for such tasks. The Gigabyte Aorus 17H offers a larger screen and higher GPU power for demanding engineering software, but its lower resolution and heavier build make it less portable and might be less ideal for tasks requiring fine visual details.
Content Creation
7.6
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aorus 17H to be 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.
Software Development
7.4
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H 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
6.0 Hours
The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 17H has 6 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.4
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H and Eluktronics RP-15 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Eluktronics RP-15 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17H compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Eluktronics RP-15 | Gigabyte Aorus 17H |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $2,200 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.7'' x 1.05'' | 15.7'' x 10.2'' x 1.18'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.97 lbs | 5.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.67" | 10.16" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 62 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 351 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
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 | 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 Aorus 17H
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Peter Donnell | February 2023
"Overall though, it’s *lots of swearing* fast, seriously. For work, rendering, gaming, it doesn’t matter, this is a true weapon of performance that’s going to run rings around most high-end desktop systems. If you absolutely have to game at ultra-high refresh rates on the go (but within thinking distance of a plug socket), this is the ticket. I can’t see such an extreme being that appealing to everyone, but if you take your gaming seriously, or even professionally, there’s nothing else out there that comes close that you can still fit in your backpack and travel with."
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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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