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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Eluktronics RP-15 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio both feature the Nvidia RTX 4060, yet the RP-15 is often slightly more expensive. If the priority is processing power for engineering or intensive tasks, the RP-15, with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor, could be the preferable option. For those emphasizing portability and a higher battery life, the lighter MSI Stealth with its Intel i7 processor and longer-lasting battery would be more suitable. The trade-off involves screen size and quality; the RP-15 offers a larger, higher resolution display, which may be important for detailed visual work, whereas the Stealth 14 provides a compact package with a lower resolution screen that's still adequate for most tasks. Both machines run Windows 11 Home and have a midrange price point, so your decision should hinge on whether you value performance, screen size, and portability more. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Eluktronics RP-15
- Very good overall display quality
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 14 Studio
- Good portability
- Best in class speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.0
7.6
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen than the MSI Stealth 14 Studio for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has a better screen for software development.
The Eluktronics RP-15 offers a display with higher resolution and brightness, making it an excellent choice for general use and engineering where clarity and color accuracy are crucial. For designers and engineers, the RP-15's wider color gamuts ensure more precise color representation, which is essential for detailed work. However, its lower refresh rate makes it less suitable for gaming and 3D applications, where smoother visuals are critical for an optimal experience.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has good portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.8
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and Eluktronics RP-15 are both good for general use.
The Eluktronics RP-15 offers a good balance for general use with a potent AMD processor, ample RAM, and a high-quality IPS screen, but it's slightly heavier and has shorter battery life than the MSI Stealth 14 Studio, which, while more portable with better battery life and a smaller, high-quality screen, has similar RAM and an Intel CPU, making it equally capable for everyday tasks. Both laptops provide significant storage, comfortable keyboards, and effective heat management, factors that contribute to a satisfying general-use experience.
Gaming and AI
7.8
7.8
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and Eluktronics RP-15 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Eluktronics RP-15 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio are good for gaming and 3D tasks because they both come with powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics cards and high screen refresh rates of 165Hz. While the RP-15 offers a larger screen and a higher resolution, the Stealth 14 has better portability due to its smaller size and lighter weight.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and Eluktronics RP-15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Eluktronics RP-15 is favorable for engineering and design due to its powerful AMD CPU and Nvidia GPU combo, enhanced by a high-resolution screen that offers crisp visuals, but it's slightly bulkier, affecting portability. In contrast, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio, while equally endowed with a robust Intel CPU and Nvidia GPU, boasts a more compact form and higher storage, with better speaker quality, making it a more portable, yet similarly capable, option for professionals on the move.
Content Creation
7.6
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and Eluktronics RP-15 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
7.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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.
Battery
6.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has 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.
Build Quality
7.2
7.6
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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
$1,432
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a price of $1,399 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio costs $1,432.
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How the Eluktronics RP-15 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Eluktronics RP-15 | MSI Stealth 14 Studio |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $1,432 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.7'' x 1.05'' | 12.4'' x 9.7'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.97 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 12.4" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.67" | 9.69" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 62 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Eluktronics RP-15
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Eber Anthony | October 2020
"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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Francisco Lahoz | June 2023
"You'll find a versatility in the MSI Stealth 14 Studio that isn’t matched by many content-creator laptops we've tested of late. The small frame allows you to (potentially) work from anywhere with an outlet and, if noise isn’t a concern, run your most demanding of programs, thanks to some powerful hardware inside. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is an attractive and powerful option if you want a portable laptop to be the center of your content work setup."
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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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