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Updated January 12, 2024·
For intensive tasks such as gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning, the Eluktronics RP-15 is the superior choice with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor and Nvidia RTX graphics, offering robust performance. In contrast, the HP Stream 14", with its Intel Celeron processor and Intel UHD Graphics, is more suited for basic use such as web browsing and office applications, and is significantly more affordable. However, the Eluktronics laptop is heavier and less portable, while the HP Stream offers greater portability due to its lighter weight and smaller size. Battery life will also differ, with the higher performance Eluktronics likely having shorter battery life compared to the HP Stream. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Stream 14"
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.5
6.5
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for general use, while the HP Stream 14" is only fair.
The Eluktronics RP-15 offers powerful performance for general use due to its higher tier CPU and dedicated GPU, which outpace the HP Stream 14's basic CPU and integrated graphics, making it ideal for more demanding tasks and some gaming. However, the HP Stream 14 excels in portability with a lighter weight and slightly better battery life, but its less vibrant display and weaker processing capabilities make it less suitable for intensive applications, although it's a cost-effective option for everyday tasks like web browsing and document editing.
Gaming and AI
7.8
5.7
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Stream 14" is poor.
The Eluktronics RP-15 is equipped with a high-performance Nvidia RTX GPU and a screen with a high refresh rate, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the HP Stream 14 has a much lower tier Intel UHD Graphics GPU and a standard refresh rate, which limits its capability for such intensive tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.2
5.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Eluktronics RP-15 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Stream 14" is poor.
The Eluktronics RP-15 is better suited for engineering and design due to its more powerful CPU and GPU, larger and higher quality display, making it more capable of handling heavy tasks, while the HP Stream 14" has a less capable processor, weaker integrated graphics, and a lower-resolution screen, limiting its ability to run resource-intensive engineering applications.
Content Creation
7.6
6.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for content creation, while the HP Stream 14" is only fair.
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
6.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for software development, while the HP Stream 14" is only fair.
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
5.2
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen than the HP Stream 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Eluktronics RP-15 likely offers quality color accuracy and resolution with an emphasis on professional work, making it suitable for general use and tasks like engineering and design where color gamuts are key. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate detracts from the experience, as smooth motion is crucial in these scenarios.
The HP Stream 14" may have a lower resolution and dimmer display, which, coupled with limited color range, doesn’t meet the desired quality for general use and professional design tasks. Its screen refresh rate also falls short for gaming and 3D content, where fast and fluid visuals are necessary.
Battery
6.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 hours of battery life. The HP Stream 14" has 7.5 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Stream 14" has very good portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
5.5
The Eluktronics RP-15 has good build quality, while the HP Stream 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,399
$299
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a price of $1,399 and the HP Stream 14" costs $299.
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How the Eluktronics RP-15 and the HP Stream 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Eluktronics RP-15 | HP Stream 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $299 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.7'' x 1.05'' | 12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.97 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.67" | 8.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Intel Celeron N4120 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 320 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 62 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
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 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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 Stream 14"
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Zachary Cuevas | November 2021
"With half of the main system memory and a fraction of the storage that we recommend in any budget Windows laptop, the HP Stream 14 does not impress. Perhaps it doesn't need to, depending on your reference point. For the price, you're getting a functional laptop with Windows 10, which already places the HP Stream 14 above most Chromebooks on that merit alone. Still, in this price range, you can't do much worse, but you can do better. In fact, for just $100 more, you can grab the much superior budget option, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14."
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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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