The Eluktronics RP-15 comes at a midrange price and may interest you if budget is a concern, offering satisfactory performance for general use, 3D/machine learning tasks, and engineering applications; it's relatively portable and has a good battery life. However, if you're seeking top-tier performance in an engineering, gaming, or heavy 3D/machine learning context and are willing to invest more, the MSI Raider GE78, despite being heavier and less portable, provides a significant leap in processing power and superior screen quality, making it better suited for demanding tasks and immersive gaming experiences. Both laptops offer ample storage, but the MSI has double the RAM of the Eluktronics, which may be crucial for multitasking or complex software environments. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
The Eluktronics RP-15 has no clear advantages over the MSI Raider GE78.
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE78
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Best in class for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.5/10
8.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is very good for general use, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
The Eluktronics RP-15, with less RAM and a mid-range processor, offers adequate performance for general use and is lighter for better portability, but has a shorter battery life than the MSI Raider GE78, which boasts a top-tier processor, double the RAM, and a larger, higher-quality screen, making it superior for demanding tasks though it's heavier and less portable.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
9.5/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is good.
The MSI Raider GE78 outperforms the Eluktronics RP-15 in gaming and 3D tasks, primarily due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4090 GPU compared to the RP-15's Nvidia RTX 4060, and a higher screen refresh rate at 240Hz versus the RP-15's 165Hz, delivering smoother visuals. While both laptops have IPS screens for good quality visuals, the Raider also benefits from its larger 17.3-inch display over the RP-15's 15.6 inches, which may contribute to an immersive gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
9.4/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE78 is excellent for engineering and design, while the Eluktronics RP-15 is very good.
The MSI Raider GE78 outshines the Eluktronics RP-15 for engineering and design work primarily due to its more robust Intel i9 processor, double the RAM for handling complex tasks, and a more powerful Nvidia GPU which is crucial for intensive 3D rendering and simulations. Additionally, the MSI possesses a larger, sharper display with superior color coverage, enhancing visual clarity for detailed work, but its larger size and weight sacrifice portability compared to the slightly more travel-friendly RP-15.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.8/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE78 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
8.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 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
8.6/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE78 has a better screen than the Eluktronics RP-15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
Both the Eluktronics RP-15 and the MSI Raider GE78 have high-resolution displays with bright, color-accurate panels, lending to their excellent screen quality for general use and engineering tasks where detail and color precision are key. However, for gaming and 3D applications, these laptops may fall short since they likely sport lower refresh rates, which are critical for smooth motion and responsiveness. Despite their superior color gamut coverage, ideal for engineering and design, without a high refresh rate, they’re not optimal for the fast-paced visuals demanded by gamers and professionals in 3D modeling.
Portability
Fair
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
6.8 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability, while the MSI Raider GE78 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 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
$4,386
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a price of $1,399 and the MSI Raider GE78 costs $4,386.
"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."
"Performance-wise, the GE78 offers a significant boost over the GE77 for just slightly higher power consumption. You'll have to get the RTX 4080 or 4090 configurations to see the performance advantages, however, as the RTX 4070 is closer in performance to the older RTX 3080 Ti. In terms of design, some users might prefer the 16:9 minimalistic look of the older GE77 over the 16:10 retro-inspired GE78 and vice versa. We wouldn't call one better than the other in terms of aesthetics, but we'll give the edge to the GE78 for its stronger hinges and larger keys and clickpad."
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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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