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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Eluktronics RP-15 offers higher performance for 3D work, machine learning, and gaming due to its better GPU but this comes at the expense of battery life and is slightly heavier. The HP Spectre x360, on the other hand, is more portable thanks to its longer battery life and lighter weight; it is also well-suited for general use with a higher quality touchscreen display which might be beneficial for creative tasks. However, its integrated graphics aren't as powerful for demanding engineering applications or gaming. Choose the RP-15 for better processing in intensive tasks, or the Spectre for a balance of performance and portability with a better screen for multimedia. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the HP Spectre x360
- Very good for general use
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall build quality
- Good portability
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.5
8.2
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
406.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The HP Spectre x360 is very good for general use, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
The HP Spectre x360 is rated very good for general use due to its longer battery life, higher screen resolution and brightness, lightweight design making it more portable, and 2-in-1 convertible feature providing versatility as both laptop and tablet. Meanwhile, the Eluktronics RP-15 is considered good for general use, offering a strong CPU and GPU for performance, but with a shorter battery life and heavier build which reduces its portability compared to the HP Spectre x360.
Gaming and AI
7.8
6.6
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Content Creation
7.6
8.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Spectre x360 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
8.3
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 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
7.6
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3072 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
406.0 nits
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen than the HP Spectre x360 for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Eluktronics RP-15 and HP Spectre x360 offer high-resolution displays with excellent brightness and panel types that provide sharp images and vibrant colors, making them suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos. When it comes to engineering and design, these laptops offer wide color gamuts, ensuring that designers and engineers see accurate colors and fine details necessary for their work. However, the lower refresh rates on both models affect gaming and 3D performance, where smoother motion from higher refresh rates is crucial for an immersive experience.
Battery
6.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 hours of battery life. The HP Spectre x360 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.
Build Quality
7.2
8.5
The HP Spectre x360 has very good build quality, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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 Spectre x360 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.0
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 and HP Spectre x360 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Eluktronics RP-15, with its powerful CPU, ample RAM, and high-end GPU, excels in demanding tasks like 3D modeling and simulations, complemented by a superior screen quality for detailed visuals, making it a strong choice for engineering and design work. Meanwhile, the HP Spectre x360 offers a balance between performance and portability, with a high-quality keyboard and quieter operation, which is still suitable for engineering tasks but with the added flexibility for on-the-go usage.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Spectre x360 to have good portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Eluktronics RP-15 and the HP Spectre x360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Eluktronics RP-15 | HP Spectre x360 |
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'' | 14.1'' x 9.7'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.97 lbs | 4.74 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.67" | 9.66" | |
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 | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 62 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3072 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 406 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
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 Spectre x360
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Eric Grevstad | August 2022
"As we said, Lenovo's Yoga 9i is a tough competitor to the Spectre with an equally admirable OLED display. We're sad that neither of them has an HDMI port nor a niche or slot to hold the stylus, though the HP wins points for its bundled mini docking station and magnetically attached pen. Your choice will come down to screen shape—and in our eyes, just as seeing an OLED screen spoils you for an IPS panel, enjoying a tall 3:2 display spoils you for a more conventional view. The HP Spectre x360 13.5 is our new favorite 2-in-1."
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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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