Subjective Value Conclusion

One of the most interesting features of the Xenia 15 KC is the "Quick Mode Switch." It takes one of the limitations of the laptop platform, power limits, and turns it into a feature, all with a simple "Click!". Three modes are available, with the laptop by default in the middle, normal mode. The benchmarks previously shown are from that mode.


You also get "Battery Saver" and "Performance" modes; "Battery Saver" shows no LED on the button, while "Performance" shows the button lit with dual LEDs. This is separate from the benchmarking mode available in software. Each mode imposes or lifts power draw limits for the CPU and GPU for added, or limited, performance. Of course, that added performance does increase noise levels a fair bit, and if you want even more yet, well...

So we have four potential usage modes, three via a physical button on the laptop deck. Battery Saver, Balanced, Performance, and Benchmark. GPU Power draw limits go from 55 W to 100 W to 125 W. CPU Power draw limits go from 30-60 W to 45-65 W to 65-90 W.

Under Benchmark mode, the GPU power draw limits increases to 140 W. This mode is accessible at any time via software.


There are lots of little things, little design cues, that stand out for me personally, like the hinges. You can open the XPG Xenia 15 KC until it nearly lies completely flat, so there is no worrying about over-extending the screen. Opening can be done with one hand, too.


Speaking of opening, how many laptops come with directions in the manual on how to open them up? This one does! Not only are directions provided, but the screws are also captured within the back so that you don't lose them! It's little things like this that stand out, and this attention to detail is present on every aspect of the Xenia 15 KC.