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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Eluktronics RP-15, being more expensive, offers a higher resolution display and might have better build quality or cooling systems, which is important if you're doing intensive tasks like gaming or 3D rendering. Consider the Eluktronics if you need a high-resolution screen and potentially better thermals at a higher cost, and the HP if you're looking for a more affordable option that doesn't compromise much on performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the HP Omen 16
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.0
7.6
15.6in
SIZE
16.1in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
338.0 nits
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen than the HP Omen 16 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize a crisp and bright display for activities like web browsing, video streaming, and document editing, you’ll appreciate the Eluktronics RP-15 for its high resolution and brightness. However, for users who engage in engineering, design work, or content creation, the color accuracy and wide color gamut make the Eluktronics RP-15 particularly suitable, ensuring that designs and images are rendered with fidelity to real-life colors. Conversely, for gamers and those into 3D applications, the lower refresh rate of both the RP-15 and HP Omen 16 may make fast-paced visuals less fluid compared to laptops with higher refresh rates, which can be a drawback for immersive gaming experiences.
Cost
$1,399
$1,100
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a price of $1,399 and the HP Omen 16 costs $1,100.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.7
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
338.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The HP Omen 16 and Eluktronics RP-15 are both good for general use.
The Eluktronics RP-15 and HP Omen 16 are both equipped with high-end CPUs and ample RAM suited for general use, but the Eluktronics has a higher resolution screen for crisper images while the HP Omen has a larger display for more workspace. While the Eluktronics is slightly lighter for better portability, the HP Omen boasts superior battery capacity, keyboard quality, and heat management, enhancing longer and more comfortable usage sessions.
Gaming and AI
7.8
8.0
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Omen 16 to be very good for gaming and AI, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
The Eluktronics RP-15 is well-suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its high-resolution display and rapid refresh rate, essential for a smooth visual experience. In comparison, the HP Omen 16, despite having a lower resolution, still offers top-tier performance for gaming and 3D with the same high refresh rate, and it benefits from a higher contrast ratio which enhances the visual contrast and depth.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 16 and Eluktronics RP-15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Eluktronics RP-15 and the HP Omen 16 are both suited for engineering and design because they come with powerful CPUs, ample RAM, and high-quality Nvidia RTX 4060 GPUs which are vital for demanding tasks such as simulations and rendering. While both have high-quality IPS screens, the RP-15 boasts a higher resolution which benefits detailed design work, whereas the Omen 16 offers better portability, keyboard, speaker quality, and operating noise management, making it a more comfortable choice for prolonged use.
Content Creation
7.6
7.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Omen 16 and Eluktronics RP-15 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
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen 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
6.0 Hours
The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 hours of battery life. The HP Omen 16 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.
Portability
Fair
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
16.1in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.4 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Eluktronics RP-15 and HP Omen 16 both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
7.4
The HP Omen 16 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 HP Omen 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Eluktronics RP-15 | HP Omen 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $1,100 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.7'' x 1.05'' | 14.5'' x 10.2'' x 0.93'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.97 lbs | 5.4 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 14.53" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.67" | 10.21" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Intel i7-13700HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
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 | 83 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16.1" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 338 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
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."
HP Omen 16
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Christian Hintze | October 2021
"The Omen 16 has proven to be a fairly good mid-range gaming laptop with all-around improvements compared to the Omen 15. The high overall performance level across all use cases, the long battery life, and the good FHD display constitute the main advantages of this HP laptop. The main drawbacks are the faulty touchpad (one-off?) and the high latencies that can be observed even after just opening the browser. Furthermore, the useless, preinstalled 30-day trial versions of various software also fall under the category "unnecessary"."
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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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