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  | name = Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R (2022)
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  | manufacturer = [[Eluktronics]]
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  | release date = {{Start date and age|2022|01|df=yes|br=y}}
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  | price =  [[United States dollar|USD]] 1500 to 3000
  | discontinued = No
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  | os = [[Windows 11 Home]]<br>
  (Can be configured with [[Windows 11 Pro]])
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  | cpu = [[Intel Core i7-12700H]] <br/>[[Intel Core i9-12900H]]
  | memory = 16, 32, or 64 GB DDR5-4800 MHz SODIMM
  | memory slots = 2 user accessible
  | storage = 512 GB, 1, 2, 4, or 8 TB M.2 NVMe
  | storage slots = 2 user accessible
  | memory card = SD card reader
  | camera = '''Front:''' Full HD IR Webcam with Windows Hello Support
  | display = '''[[Screen Size|Screen size]]''': 15.6 inch <br/>'''[[Panel Type|Panel type]]''': [[IPS]] <br/>'''[[Coating]]''': Matte (anti-glare)<br>'''[[Resolution]]''': 2560 x 1440 <br/>'''[[Pixel density|PPI]]''': 188 <br/>'''[[Aspect Ratio|Aspect ratio]]''': 16:9 <br/>'''[[Refresh Rate|Refresh rate]]''': 240 Hz <br/>'''[[Brightness|Brightness]]''': Not specified <br/>'''Contrast Ratio|Contrast ratio]]''': Not specified<br>'''[[Color Gamut|sRGB]]''': Not specified <br/>'''[[Color Gamut|Adobe RGB]]''': Not specified <br/>'''[[Color Gamut|P3]]''': Not specified<br>'''[[Variable Refresh Rate|VRR]]''': Not specified<br>'''Screen-to-body ratio''': Not specified
  | graphics = [[Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop]] 6 GB [[Video Memory|GDDR6]]<br/>[[Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop]] 8 GB [[Video Memory|GDDR6]]<br/>[[Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop]] 8 GB [[Video Memory|GDDR6]]<br/>[[Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop]] 16 GB [[Video Memory|GDDR6]]
  | sound = 2 x stereo speakers w/ Sound Blaster Cinema 6
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  | touchpad = Glass Microsoft Precision (PTP) Touchpad
  | connectivity = Intel WiFi 6<br>[[Bluetooth]] 5.1<br>1 x [[Thunderbolt]] 4 ([[DisplayPort|DP]] via iGPU)<br>1 x [[HDMI]] 2.1<br>1 x [[USB]] 3.1 Gen 2 ([[Type-A]])<br>2 x [[USB]] 3.1 Gen 1 ([[Type-A]])<br>1 x [[Audio out]]<br>1 x [[Microphone in]]<br>1 x [[Ethernet]] (2.5 Gbps)<br>1 x [[Kensington Lock slot]]<br>  
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  | battery = 6-cell Li-Polymer 94 Wh
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  | weight of power brick = 280W or 330W AC adapter
  | number pad = Full size
  | chassis = '''Color''': Black<br>'''Materials''': Aluminum with Covert Gamer Design<br>'''Cooling''': Dual fans with Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut Liquid Metal Compound
  | keyboard lighting color = Per-key RGB backlit
  | fingerprint reader = No
  | facial recognition = Yes
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  | website = [https://www.eluktronics.com/MECH-15 Eluktronics]
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    The '''Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R (2022)''' is a high-performance gaming laptop equipped with [[Intel 12th gen]] H series mobile processors and [[Nvidia Geforce RTX 3000]] series mobile GPUs. Available configurations vary by store and location.<ref name="specs">{{cite web |url=https://www.eluktronics.com/MECH-15 |title=Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R (2022) Specifications |publisher=Eluktronics}}</ref>

== Primary Hardware ==
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=== [[Central Processing Unit (CPU)|Processor]] ===
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R (2022) can come with the following processors<ref name="specs" />:
*[[Intel Core i7-12700H]] with 14 cores (6 [[Performance Cores|P-cores]] + 8 [[Efficiency cores|E-cores]]) and 20 threads, 24 [[Bytes|MB]] cache and a max frequency of 4.7 [[Clock Speed|Ghz]] for P-cores and 3.5 Ghz for E-cores.
*[[Intel Core i9-12900H]] with 14 cores (6 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 20 threads, 24 MB cache and max frequency of 5.0 Ghz for P-cores and 3.8 Ghz for E-cores.

The Mech-15 G3R is designed to handle demanding tasks and gaming with these high-performance processors. The i7-12700H and i9-12900H are both capable of delivering strong performance in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications. The cooling system, which includes Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut Liquid Metal Compound, helps maintain performance under load.

=== [[Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)|Graphics]] ===
In addition to the integrated [[Intel UHD Graphics]], the Mech-15 G3R (2022) ships with the following discrete GPUs<ref name="specs" />:
*[[Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop]] GPU with 6 GB GDDR6 memory.
*[[Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop]] GPU with 8 GB GDDR6 memory.
*[[Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop]] GPU with 8 GB GDDR6 memory.
*[[Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop]] GPU with 16 GB GDDR6 memory.

All configurations support advanced graphics technologies such as [[DLSS]], [[Ray Tracing]], and [[DirectX®]] 12 Ultimate.

=== [[Random Access Memory (RAM)|Memory]] ===
The Mech-15 G3R supports up to 64 GB of DDR5-4800 MHz memory across two SODIMM slots. Available configurations include 16 GB, 32 GB, and 64 GB options.<ref name="specs" />

=== [[Storage]] ===
The Mech-15 G3R offers a variety of storage options, including:
* 512 GB PCIe Gen 3 SSD
* 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD
* 2 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD
* 1 TB Western Digital Black PCIe Gen 3 SSD
* 1 TB Manix PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD
* 1 TB Samsung PM9A1 (980 Pro OEM)
* 2 TB Western Digital Black PCIe NVMe SSD
* 2 TB Manix PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD
* 2 TB Samsung PM9A1 (980 Pro OEM)
* 4 TB Manix PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD
* 8 TB PCIe Gen 3 NVMe SSD

The laptop includes two M.2 slots, allowing for storage upgrades and expansions.

=== Co-processors ===
The Mech-15 G3R does not include any dedicated co-processors.<ref name="specs" />

== Input Devices ==
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=== [[Keyboard]] ===
The Mech-15 G3R features a premium full-size NKRO (N-Key Rollover) mechanical per-key RGB backlit gaming keyboard with anti-ghosting and 2.0mm travel. The keyboard also includes a customizable RGB light bar.<ref name="specs" />

=== [[Touchpad]] ===
The laptop is equipped with a glass Microsoft Precision (PTP) touchpad that supports multi-gesture and scrolling functions.<ref name="specs" />

=== [[Webcam]] ===
The Mech-15 G3R comes with a Full HD IR webcam that supports Windows Hello for facial recognition.<ref name="specs" />

=== [[Microphone]] ===
The laptop includes dual digital microphones.<ref name="specs" />

== Output Devices ==
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=== [[Display]] ===
The Mech-15 G3R features a 15.6-inch narrow bezel QHD IPS-Type 240Hz anti-glare display with a resolution of 2560 x 1440.<ref name="specs" />

=== [[Audio]] ===
The laptop is equipped with Sound Blaster Cinema 6 for enhanced audio quality.<ref name="specs" />

== Connectivity ==
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=== [[WiFi]] ===
The Mech-15 G3R is equipped with Intel WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1.<ref name="specs" />

=== [[Bluetooth]] ===
The laptop includes Bluetooth 5.1.<ref name="specs" />

=== [[SD Card Reader]] ===
The Mech-15 G3R includes an SD card reader.<ref name="specs" />

=== [[USB]] ===
The laptop is equipped with the following USB ports<ref name="specs" />:
* 1 x Thunderbolt 4 Port (DisplayPort Connectivity via iGPU)
* 1 x HDMI 2.1
* 1 x USB 3.1 (Gen 2)
* 2 x USB 3.1 (Gen 1)
* 1 x Audio out
* 1 x Mic In
* 1 x 2.5 Gbps Ethernet RJ-45
* 1 x Kensington Lock slot

=== Display Outputs ===
The Mech-15 G3R supports DisplayPort connectivity via the iGPU and includes an HDMI 2.1 port.<ref name="specs" />

== Case ==
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The Mech-15 G3R features an aluminum chassis with a covert gamer design, meaning it has no exterior branding. The laptop is available in black and includes a Black Swarm dbrand® display cover with the Eluktronics icon.<ref name="specs" />

== Maintenance ==
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The Mech-15 G3R includes one empty M.2 PCIe bay, which is not applicable when a secondary PCIe SSD storage option is selected.<ref name="specs" />

== Cooling System ==
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The laptop is equipped with dual fans and uses Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut Liquid Metal Compound for improved thermal performance.<ref name="specs" />

== Energy Management ==
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=== Power Consumption ===
The Mech-15 G3R comes with a 280 Watt AC adapter for RTX 3060 and 3070 Ti graphic options, and a 330 Watt AC adapter for RTX 3080 and 3080 Ti graphic options.<ref name="specs" />

=== Battery Life ===
The laptop includes a 6-cell 94Whr polymer battery.<ref name="specs" />

== Biometrics ==
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The Mech-15 G3R supports Windows Hello for facial recognition through its Full HD IR webcam.<ref name="specs" />

== [[Software]] ==
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All SKUs ship with Windows 11 Home 64-Bit (Clean Install, No Bloatware) but can be upgraded to Windows 11 Pro 64-Bit for an additional cost.<ref name="specs" />

== Accessories & Warranty ==
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The Mech-15 G3R comes with a 280W or 330W AC adapter and paperwork.<ref name="specs" /> 

== Reviews Summary ==
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=== Overall Sentiment ===
The Eluktronics Mech-15 G3R (2022) is praised for its high performance, customizable RGB keyboard, and solid build quality. The laptop is suitable for gamers and professionals who require a powerful machine for demanding tasks. The primary drawbacks include its weight and size, which make it less portable, and the lack of a dedicated co-processor for AI tasks.<ref name="specs" />

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== References ==
[[Category:Laptops]]
[[Category:Eluktronics Laptops]]
[[Category:2022 Laptops]]
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