The Eluktronics RP-15, being more expensive, offers a higher resolution display, faster refresh rate, and superior graphics with an Nvidia RTX 4060, making it well-suited for gaming, 3D work, and intensive engineering tasks. The Lenovo V15, on the other hand, is more budget-friendly with ample storage and a solid processor for general use, but its display and graphics are less advanced, which might not be ideal for demanding visual tasks. The Eluktronics RP-15 is heavier, which could impact portability, whereas the Lenovo V15 is lighter, making it easier to carry. Battery performance and precise portability should also be considered, but those details weren't provided. 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 overall build quality
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo V15
Good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 Lenovo V15 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.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
6.3/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Eluktronics RP-15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The Eluktronics RP-15 outshines the Lenovo V15 in engineering and design tasks due to its higher performing CPU, superior dedicated GPU, and better-quality IPS screen with higher resolution. The RP-15 offers an advantage with a more powerful Nvidia RTX graphics card and a crisp, color-accurate display which are crucial for intensive tasks and visual fidelity, but it's heavier and less portable than the lightweight V15, which may still fulfill less demanding engineering applications with its integrated Vega graphics and standard resolution screen.
Screen Quality
8.0/10
5.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize high-quality visuals for everyday tasks, the Eluktronics RP-15 offers better resolution and brightness, enhancing your experience for browsing, video streaming, and document editing. For engineering and design work where precise colors matter, the RP-15's superior color coverage will ensure more accurate and vibrant representations, while the Lenovo V15 falls short for such specialized activities. However, the RP-15's lower refresh rate may not be ideal for gaming or 3D modeling, where fluid motion and quick screen updates are crucial, an area where the V15 doesn't excel either.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo V15 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
15.6in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo V15 has good portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,399
$579
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a price of $1,399 and the Lenovo V15 costs $579.
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Lenovo V15 are both good for general use.
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a more powerful CPU and GPU, better screen quality with higher resolution and refresh rate which is ideal for detailed visual tasks, but this compromises battery life and adds to its weight, making it less portable than the Lenovo V15. On the other hand, the Lenovo V15 offers increased storage and excellent heat management making it a quiet and cool choice for everyday tasks, and is lighter with longer battery life, however, it has a less powerful CPU, lower screen quality, and a basic built-in GPU that are not suitable for more demanding applications.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.3/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Lenovo V15 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
7.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 and Lenovo V15 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
6.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Eluktronics RP-15 to have good build quality, while the Lenovo V15 has only fair 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 V15 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 strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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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