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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Eluktronics RP-15 offers superior performance with a high-refresh display, which makes it well-suited for gaming and intensive engineering tasks, but it is more expensive and less portable than the HP Envy 17. On the other hand, the HP Envy 17 has a larger screen with touch capability and a longer battery life, at a lower price, making it a better option for general use and multimedia consumption. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Good speakers
Advantages of the HP Envy 17
- Good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8
6.4
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 HP Envy 17 is only fair.
The Eluktronics RP-15 outperforms the HP Envy 17 in gaming and 3D applications primarily due to its superior Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and higher screen refresh rate, which provide smoother visuals and better rendering capabilities for demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.2
7.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Eluktronics RP-15 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy 17 is good.
The Eluktronics RP-15 is favored for engineering and design due to its higher performance graphics card and faster screen refresh rate, both of which enhance visual and computational tasks, while the HP Envy 17, although offering a larger screen, compromises on graphics performance but gains in touch functionality and a modest increase in battery life, making it suitable for less GPU-intensive design work and offering added convenience for on-the-go use. Portability and operational noise are comparable between the two, while the RP-15 has superior keyboard backlighting and gaming aesthetics, features that may appeal to users who prioritize versatility and style in addition to technical specifications.
Screen Quality
8.0
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen than the HP Envy 17 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Eluktronics RP-15's higher resolution and brightness offer a clearer and more vibrant viewing experience than the HP Envy 17, making text and images crisper, thus improving everyday tasks like browsing or watching videos. In the realm of engineering and design, the RP-15's wider color gamut support ensures more accurate color representation, essential for professional photo editing or CAD work, while the Envy 17, with lesser color support, may not render colors as precisely. However, for gaming and 3D applications that rely on swift motion graphics, the RP-15 falls short with its lower refresh rate, meaning less fluid motion and potential for screen tearing, whereas resolution and panel type are less critical yet contribute to the overall experience.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 hours of battery life. The HP Envy 17 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.
Cost
$1,399
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a price of $1,399 and the HP Envy 17 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.5
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Envy 17 and Eluktronics RP-15 are both good for general use.
The Eluktronics RP-15, equipped with a powerful AMD Ryzen CPU, suitable RAM, a high-resolution screen, and dedicated Nvidia graphics, offers better performance for graphics-intensive tasks, but trades off with moderate portability and battery life. On the other hand, the HP Envy 17, while offering similar levels of RAM and a high-quality Intel CPU, has a larger but lower resolution touchscreen, and trades a dedicated GPU for integrated graphics, making it less suited for heavy graphics but more favorable for longer battery life and a somewhat better portability due to a lighter built.
Content Creation
7.6
7.5
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
The Eluktronics RP-15 and HP Envy 17 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
7.5
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
7.0/10
The HP Envy 17 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.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Envy 17 to have good portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
7.2
The Eluktronics RP-15 and HP Envy 17 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 HP Envy 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Eluktronics RP-15 | HP Envy 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.7'' x 1.05'' | 15.7'' x 10.2'' x 0.77'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.97 lbs | 5.49 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 15.68" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.67" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 62 Wh | 55 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 | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 329 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 7/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 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 | 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."
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Marcus Schwarten | April 2023
"In our test, the HP Envy 17-cr0079ng presents itself as a balanced multimedia laptop. Thanks to its solid CPU performance and dedicated entry-level GeForce, it can also be used for playing video games, as long as the demands aren't too high. Those looking for more can find it in the Dell XPS 17 for example."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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