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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you're looking for higher gaming or engineering performance, the Eluktronics RP-15 offers good value, though you'll find it bulkier and with shorter battery life compared to the HP Omen Transcend 14, which is more portable and has better battery longevity. The HP Omen is sleeker and more suited for general use and mobility but may come at a higher cost. Consider the Eluktronics if performance per dollar and larger screen size are priorities, and the HP Omen if you prefer a more portable machine with a longer battery life for everyday tasks and travel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
- Good speakers
Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good portability
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.5
8.2
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for general use, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
The Eluktronics RP-15 offers solid CPU and RAM, making it a reliable choice for daily tasks, but the HP Omen Transcend 14 stands out with a superior screen and longer battery life, enhancing the overall experience for common use. Moreover, the HP Omen is lighter and easier to carry around, which, combined with its stronger battery, makes it a better fit for users who prioritize portability alongside performance.
Content Creation
7.6
8.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Omen Transcend 14 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.
Software Development
7.4
8.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for software development, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
8.0
8.6
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the Eluktronics RP-15 for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Eluktronics RP-15 and HP Omen Transcend 14 offer screens with high resolution and good brightness, making text sharp and content vibrant, which is essential for tasks like web browsing, document editing, and media consumption. For engineering and design, these laptops provide wide color gamuts ensuring that the colors you see on screen are accurate and consistent, which is critical when working with detailed graphics or editing photos and videos. However, for Gaming and 3D applications, their lower refresh rates lead to less smooth visuals, which could detract from the experience in fast-paced games or when creating real-time 3D animations where fluid motion and quick screen updates are paramount.
Battery
6.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 hours of battery life. The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 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
14.0in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.8 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has good portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,399
$1,699
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a price of $1,399 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 costs $1,699.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.8
7.9
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Eluktronics RP-15 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Eluktronics RP-15 and HP Omen Transcend 14 are equipped with powerful GPUs and high screen refresh rates which are crucial for smooth, immersive gaming and rendering 3D environments. While their CPUs and screen quality also contribute to overall performance and visual experience, they are secondary to the superior graphics and fluid motion these laptops offer.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Eluktronics RP-15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Eluktronics RP-15 and HP Omen Transcend 14 both offer robust CPUs and GPUs critical for demanding engineering and design tasks, with ample RAM to handle multitasking and complex applications, while also boasting high-quality screens for precision work. However, the Eluktronics RP-15 tends to be less portable given its larger form factor, and the HP may have a slight advantage in terms of a more portable design and better keyboard, speakers, and quieter operating noise, which enhances the overall user experience.
Build Quality
7.2
7.2
The Eluktronics RP-15 and HP Omen Transcend 14 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 Transcend 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Eluktronics RP-15 | HP Omen Transcend 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $1,699 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.7'' x 1.05'' | 12.3'' x 9.2'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.97 lbs | 3.87 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 12.32" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.67" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 62 Wh | 71 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 400 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 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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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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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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