If you prioritize gaming or need a powerful laptop for engineering or 3D/machine learning tasks, the Eluktronics RP-15, with its high-end GPU and solid performance scores, will serve you well but be aware it's less portable and has a shorter battery life. Meanwhile, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, which is lighter and boasts a longer battery life, could be more appealing for general use and has a higher quality keyboard and webcam; however, it won't perform as well in resource-heavy tasks due to its integrated graphics. Make your decision based on whether performance or portability and battery life are more important for your needs. 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 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i
Good portability
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is only fair.
The Eluktronics RP-15 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its stronger Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 165 Hz, which delivers smoother visuals and better performance in graphically intensive tasks. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, with its integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a standard 60 Hz screen refresh rate, offers fair performance that's adequate for less demanding gaming and 3D work.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.0/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Eluktronics RP-15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i is good.
The Eluktronics RP-15 stands out for engineering and design due to its advanced AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, facilitating intense 3D tasks and demanding software, complemented by a high-resolution screen that produces vivid colors. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i, while still capable for engineering purposes with its Intel CPU and integrated graphics, shines in portability and features like a high-quality keyboard, but offers less power for heavy graphics work and a less vibrant display.
Screen Quality
8.0/10
6.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
315.0 nits
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
If you prioritize screen quality for general use such as browsing and video streaming, the Eluktronics RP-15 offers superior resolution and brightness, making for a more vibrant and clear display than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i. For engineering and design tasks that require accurate color reproduction, the Eluktronics RP-15 stands out with better coverage of professional color gamuts, ensuring that designs appear precise and true to life. However, if you're into fast-paced gaming, the Eluktronics RP-15 might fall short with a lower refresh rate compared to other gaming-oriented laptops, which could lead to less fluid motion on-screen.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i has good portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,399
$828
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a price of $1,399 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i costs $828.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i and Eluktronics RP-15 are both good for general use.
The Eluktronics RP-15 is equipped with a stronger AMD processor and Nvidia graphics card, making it well-suited for general use that may include more graphically demanding tasks, while also offering a higher resolution display for better screen quality, although it is heavier and has shorter battery life than the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i. In contrast, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i comes with a lighter and more portable design, longer battery life, and adequate performance for everyday tasks, courtesy of its Intel processor, but its lower resolution and less powerful integrated graphics might be less suitable for intensive visual work.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.4/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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
7.4/10
7.4/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.6/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i 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 Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5i compare to other laptops
"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."
"The device is made for average work loads and if your work has a lot to do with online browsing, using apps that are not power-hungry and streaming videos. The looks are really good and the device in itself is not a heavy one. And with Intel 11th-gen Core processor, you might sail through most of your work without complaints."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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