Choosing the Eluktronics RP-15 leans towards users interested in gaming or intensive engineering tasks due to its more powerful graphics card and higher refresh rate screen but compromises on battery life and weight. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, on the other hand, offers a superior battery life and portability with its lighter build and touch screen features, making it more suitable for general use and travel but lacking the graphical capabilities necessary for high-end gaming or resource-intensive 3D work. The MSI also has a more professional appearance and may be preferred for business environments. 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 Summit E13 Flip Evo
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
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
6.0/10
The Eluktronics RP-15 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is only fair.
The Eluktronics RP-15 is superior for gaming and 3D because it has a dedicated Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, making it well-suited for fast-paced visuals and rendering detailed graphics; in contrast, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo uses an integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics solution and has a lower refresh rate, which is less optimal for demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.3/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Eluktronics RP-15 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo is good.
The Eluktronics RP-15 is very suitable for engineering and design due to its powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, which are ideal for resource-intensive tasks, and a high-quality screen with good color coverage, albeit being less portable and heavier. In contrast, the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers a balance between performance with a capable Intel CPU and integrated graphics, and better portability thanks to its lighter weight and smaller size, along with a high brightness and touchscreen feature, though it may not handle demanding tasks as effectively as the RP-15.
Screen Quality
8.0/10
7.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
517.0 nits
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a better screen than the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a display that boasts higher resolution and brightness, making it sharp and clear for day-to-day tasks and detailed work in engineering and design, where its wide color gamut aids in precise color work. However, its lower refresh rate holds it back for gaming and 3D applications where smoother motion is key. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo offers a balance with good resolution and adequate brightness for everyday use and design tasks but, just like the RP-15, falls short for gaming and 3D work due to a less optimal refresh rate.
Battery
6.0 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Eluktronics RP-15 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has 11 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
13.4in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo has very good portability, while the Eluktronics RP-15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,399
$699
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Eluktronics RP-15 has a price of $1,399 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo costs $699.
The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo and Eluktronics RP-15 are both good for general use.
The Eluktronics RP-15 offers substantial performance for general use with its strong CPU and dedicated graphics, along with a high-quality, large screen, making it suitable for productivity and entertainment, but its portability and battery life are modest compared to the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo, which excels in portability and battery longevity with its lightweight design and extended battery life, yet it compromises on graphical performance by relying on integrated graphics; both laptops provide a high-resolution display and sufficient RAM for smooth multitasking.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Eluktronics RP-15 and MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo 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
7.4/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
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 Summit E13 Flip Evo 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 Summit E13 Flip 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.
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How the Eluktronics RP-15 and the MSI Summit E13 Flip 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."
"MSI wants to prove that it can do more than just gaming laptops and the Summit E13 Flip is a great example of what the manufacturer is capable of especially in terms of aesthetics and performance. Normally for subnotebooks or convertibles, TDP and performance are often below average as makers want to meet slimmer designs and lower weight targets. The Summit manages to outperform others in its size class and category while still looking sleek and portable in the process. If you want a convertible that won't throttle significantly when under load, then this MSI will be one of the better options you can find."
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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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