The Eluktronics RP-15 offers higher performance for demanding applications like gaming or 3D modeling, with a potential tradeoff in battery life and portability due to its design geared towards power-intensive tasks. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is more compact and has better battery life, well-suited for business and general use, especially if you need to carry the laptop around frequently or use it on the go. Choose the Eluktronics if performance is your priority, or the MSI for greater mobility and longer unplugged usage. 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
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good for content creation
Very good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
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 MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is only fair.
The Eluktronics RP-15 comes equipped with a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D performance, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, though it has a decent CPU and screen quality, falls short in the GPU department and has a lower refresh rate, making it less optimal for demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Screen Quality
8.0/10
7.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Eluktronics RP-15's high resolution and brightness provide a sharp and vivid display, making it very appealing, while the MSI Prestige's slightly lower brightness still offers clear and comfortable viewing. The RP-15 excels in engineering and design due to its wider color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation, which is also competent on the Prestige but not as expansive. However, both fall short for gaming and 3D tasks as their refresh rates don't match the high rates preferred for smooth motion and gameplay, which is especially critical for fast-paced visuals.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo to be very good for general use, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
The Eluktronics RP-15 offers solid performance and a high-quality screen that meet the needs of general use, but the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo steps ahead with its lightweight design and longer battery life, making it even more suitable for users who prioritize ease of carrying and not worrying about plugging in frequently. While the RP-15 has the strength to handle a variety of tasks, its bulkier build and shorter battery span might not cater as well to on-the-go users as the sleek, enduring Prestige 14.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.8/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Eluktronics RP-15 to be very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good.
The Eluktronics RP-15 offers a robust CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality GPU that excel in handling demanding engineering software, complemented by a screen that ensures crisp and accurate visuals, crucial for design work. While the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo provides similar capabilities in a more lightweight and travel-friendly package, factors like keyboard and speaker quality, as well as the noise it generates, are decent but secondary to its performance deliverables.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.0/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo to be 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
7.7/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Eluktronics RP-15 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
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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.
Cost
$1,399
$1,300
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a price of $1,399 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
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How the Eluktronics RP-15 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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