If you prioritize gaming or heavy graphical tasks, the Eluktronics RP-15 with its stronger graphics capabilities and faster refresh rates is a better choice, despite being heavier and possibly having shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 which is more portable, generally offers longer battery life, and is adequate for everyday tasks and business applications at a lower price point. Choose the ThinkPad X13 if weight and battery are your primary concerns and your tasks are mostly work-related; opt for the RP-15 if performance in demanding applications is essential even if it means spending more and dealing with extra weight. 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 Lenovo ThinkPad X13
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.5/10
8.4/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.9/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is very good for general use, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
The Eluktronics RP-15, with its robust CPU and RAM, is designed for high-performance tasks, sacrificing some portability and battery life, which are key for on-the-go users; meanwhile, the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 offers a balance with good screen quality, lighter weight, and extended battery life for those prioritizing mobility and long usage away from power sources. Both laptops have ample storage and good keyboard quality, but the RP-15 may run louder and hotter under load, whereas the ThinkPad maintains a quieter operation, suited for varied environments like offices or libraries.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.7/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
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 ThinkPad X13 is only fair.
The Eluktronics RP-15 with its superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate excels in gaming and 3D applications, delivering smoother visuals and better performance in graphically demanding tasks. On the other hand, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 offers a reasonably capable CPU and good screen quality, it lacks the high-end graphics horsepower and rapid refresh rate, making it less ideal for intense gaming or advanced 3D work.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.2/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 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
7.4/10
8.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 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
8.0/10
6.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Eluktronics RP-15's superior resolution and brighter display offer clearer and more vibrant visuals, while the ThinkPad X13 provides a balance of good resolution and brightness but not as high as the RP-15. In engineering and design, the RP-15 excels with a wider color gamut, rendering more accurate and nuanced colors, which is essential for detail-oriented tasks, unlike the ThinkPad X13 which offers adequate but not as extensive color coverage. For gaming and 3D applications, the refresh rate of the screen is critical; the RP-15 falls short in providing a smooth visual experience due to a lower refresh rate, whereas both laptops may not fully satisfy avid gamers or professionals in 3D fields due to this limitation.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has 8.5 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
13.3in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 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
$1,241
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a price of $1,399 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 costs $1,241.
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Eluktronics RP-15 offers high CPU and GPU performance suitable for demanding engineering applications, and its ample RAM and high-quality screen enhance design tasks, but it is less portable due to its size. The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while offering solid CPU performance and good RAM for a variety of engineering software, excels in portability and has a reputable keyboard, though it may not handle intense graphical tasks as smoothly as the RP-15 and has a less impressive audio experience.
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How the Eluktronics RP-15 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 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 Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G4 has very good input devices, a wide array of security features and ports as well as 5G in the tested configuration. It is more compact and lightweight compared with its predecessor, and it has improved speakers and a slightly better webcam. On the other hand, the fan is more annoying and the performance is barely improved. The battery is worse as well, but this is primarily attributable to the OLED screen - if this aspect is important, buyers should choose the IPS Low Power LCD."
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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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