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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a higher resolution and a more color-accurate display for work like photo editing or design, the Eluktronics RP-15 is the better choice. However, if you prefer a larger screen and a laptop optimized for gaming, with superior heat management and a higher refresh rate for smoother visuals, the Gigabyte Aorus 7 may suit you better. The Aorus 7 also has a larger battery which could offer longer use between charges, but it is heavier, which may impact portability. Both laptops have similar storage and memory, ensuring good general performance for most tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
- The Eluktronics RP-15 has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte Aorus 7.
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 7
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
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 7 for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte Aorus 7 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
When selecting a laptop, the Eluktronics RP-15 offers excellent visuals for general computing with a bright, high-resolution display that enhances readability and detail. For engineering and design work, it provides accurate color representation vital for precision tasks but falls short for gaming and 3D due to a less than ideal refresh rate, which can affect the smoothness of fast-moving images. Meanwhile, the Gigabyte Aorus 7 also boasts a high-quality screen for everyday tasks and solid color accuracy for professional applications, yet similarly underperforms in gaming and 3D scenarios where a high refresh rate is crucial for optimal experience.
Portability
Fair
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 both have only fair portability, though the Eluktronics RP-15 has somewhat better portability.
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Cost
$1,399
$1,190
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a price of $1,399 and the Gigabyte Aorus 7 costs $1,190.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.6
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
6.2/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 7 and Eluktronics RP-15 are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
7.8
7.8
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.1/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 are solid choices for gaming and 3D because they both are equipped with the Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and high screen refresh rates, at 165Hz for the RP-15 and an even higher 360Hz for the Aorus 7, providing smooth and responsive visual performance. While the RP-15 has a higher resolution display for crisp image quality, the Aorus 7 compensates with a larger screen size, which might be more immersive for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 are both well-suited for engineering and design due to their powerful CPUs, ample RAM, and capable GPUs which are crucial for resource-intensive tasks like 3D modeling and data analysis. The RP-15 offers a high-resolution display that benefits detailed work, while the larger screen and higher refresh rate of the Aorus 7 might appeal to those who prioritize a smoother visual experience and a spacious workspace, although it might compromise a bit on portability.
Content Creation
7.6
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 are both good for content creation.
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
7.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Gigabyte Aorus 7 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 7 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 7 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 7 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Eluktronics RP-15 | Gigabyte Aorus 7 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $1,190 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.7'' x 1.05'' | 15.7'' x 10'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.97 lbs | 5.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.67" | 10" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Intel i5-12500H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 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 | 6.2/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Shopping
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 7
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Matt Hanson | July 2020
"The Gigabyte Aorus 7 is a gaming laptop that is pitched at perhaps the hardest market to get right: the mid-range. So, unlike high-end gaming laptops that can throw the latest and greatest components together in a bid to attract gamers with plenty of money to spend, or budget gaming laptops that can make wise cuts that are justified as long as the price is low enough, mid-rangers like the Gigabyte Aorus 7 have to balance the two."
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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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