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Eluktronics Prometheus XVII

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Eluktronics Prometheus XVII is a 17.3-inch gaming laptop sold between 2021 and 2022, aimed at buyers who wanted desktop-class NVIDIA graphics and an upgradable chassis without paying for a mainstream gaming brand's markup. Eluktronics built it on a shared ODM platform, which is why it turns up with either AMD Ryzen 5000 series or Intel 11th and 12th Gen processors depending on when it was configured and shipped. That flexibility is also why it still holds resale value: buyers shopping secondhand can chase a specific CPU or GPU pairing instead of settling for whatever a bigger brand happened to ship. If this is the laptop on your desk, pick your processor, graphics card, and condition in the configurator above for an instant cash offer. You can also see how the process works or head straight to the page to sell your gaming laptop.

Confirm you have the Prometheus XVII

The fastest way to confirm your exact build is Windows itself. Press Windows key + R, type msinfo32, and press Enter to see the processor listed under System Model and System Summary. Typing dxdiag instead will show both the CPU and the installed NVIDIA GPU on the Display tab. Eluktronics also preloads a Control Center app that reports the model and current clock speeds if it's still installed.

2021 AMD build

  • AMD Ryzen 7 5000 Series or Ryzen 9 5000 Series processor
  • Paired with RTX 3060, RTX 3070/3070 Ti, or RTX 3080/3080 Ti
  • Sold alongside the Intel 11th Gen configuration in the same run

2021 Intel build

  • Intel Core i7 11th Gen processor
  • Same RTX 3060 through RTX 3080 Ti graphics options
  • Identifiable by the 11th Gen entry in msinfo32

2022 Intel build

  • Intel Core i7 12th Gen or Core i9 12th Gen processor
  • Later-run pairing with RTX 3070 Ti or RTX 3080 Ti
  • Newest of the three configurations

Prefer a visual check? Look for a 17.3-inch black chassis with a per-key RGB backlit keyboard, a rear-mounted exhaust and port cluster, and an Eluktronics logo on the lid rather than a Clevo or other rebrand badge.

Core hardware configurations

Processor

  • AMD Ryzen 7 5000 Series
  • AMD Ryzen 9 5000 Series
  • Intel Core i7 11th Gen
  • Intel Core i7 12th Gen
  • Intel Core i9 12th Gen

Graphics

  • NVIDIA RTX 3060
  • NVIDIA RTX 3070 or 3070 Ti
  • NVIDIA RTX 3080 or 3080 Ti

The GPU tier moves resale value more than the CPU choice. An RTX 3080 or 3080 Ti build is worth confirming carefully before you quote it.

Memory

  • DDR4 memory on user-accessible SODIMM slots
  • Dual-channel configuration on most builds
  • Upgradable, unlike sealed ultrabook designs

Storage

  • NVMe M.2 solid-state storage
  • Dual M.2 slots on this chassis, so many units were upgraded after purchase
  • Worth checking actual capacity in msinfo32 rather than assuming factory default

Display & audio

Display

A 17.3-inch full HD panel tuned for fast refresh rather than color accuracy, which is standard for a gaming chassis this size. Large screen real estate is one reason this model still draws buyers looking for a desktop replacement.

Audio

Stereo speakers built into the chassis, plus a combo headphone and microphone jack for a headset. Fine for game audio and calls, not a substitute for external speakers if sound quality matters to the buyer.

Ports & connectivity

The Prometheus XVII carries the port selection typical of a full-size ODM gaming chassis, split across both sides and the rear for cable management during desk use.

Wired
  • Multiple USB-A ports
  • USB-C
  • HDMI output
  • Mini DisplayPort
  • Gigabit Ethernet jack
  • Combo headphone/microphone jack
Wireless
  • Wi-Fi 6
  • Bluetooth

17.3-inch chassis Per-key RGB keyboard Dual M.2 NVMe slots SODIMM DDR4 Discrete NVIDIA graphics Gigabit Ethernet Wi-Fi 6

Battery, build & more

Battery

Like most 17-inch gaming laptops, expect shorter runtime under load and better numbers on battery-saver settings with the discrete GPU idle. Buyers shopping this model rarely expect all-day battery life.

Build

A black plastic and metal chassis on a shared ODM platform, heavier and thicker than a consumer ultrabook, which is normal for a 17-inch gaming build with this much cooling hardware inside.

Software

Ships with Windows and the Eluktronics Control Center utility for RGB lighting, fan curves, and performance profiles. A clean reset removes both before resale.

Known issues

Fan noise under sustained gaming load is well documented across this chassis family, and the power adapter is large and specific to the model. A missing charger is worth flagging honestly when you sell.

Market positioning

A boutique-tier gaming laptop built on the same ODM hardware used by several enthusiast brands, priced below the big-name gaming lines for comparable RTX 30-series graphics.

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I find the model number or exact configuration?
Open the Run dialog with Windows key + R and type msinfo32 to see the processor listed under System Summary, or type dxdiag to see both the CPU and the installed NVIDIA GPU on the Display tab. If the Eluktronics Control Center app is still installed, it also reports the model and current clocks. There's no separate model number stamped on this laptop the way phones carry one, so the processor and graphics card combination is what defines your exact configuration. Use our model finder if you want a guided walkthrough.
02 How do I tell it apart from the Prometheus XV?
The Prometheus XV is the 15-inch sibling in the same lineup, and the two share a near-identical keyboard, RGB lighting, and port layout, so the giveaway is screen size. Measure the display diagonally or check msinfo32 for the model name if it's still legible there. The XVII's larger 17.3-inch chassis is also noticeably heavier and wider than the XV, which is the fastest visual tell if you don't want to run software checks.
03 Can I sell it with damage, a cracked screen, or a weak battery?
Yes. Cracked screens, worn batteries, and units that no longer power on can still be sold; the condition picker above adjusts the offer for exactly this. What has to happen first is account removal: sign out of any Microsoft account tied to the laptop and remove the device from that account, and if BitLocker was enabled, suspend or decrypt it before shipping. A laptop still locked to someone else's Microsoft account cannot be resold or refurbished, so that step matters more than the physical damage itself.
04 What raises the trade-in value the most?
The graphics card tier matters most, since an RTX 3080 or 3080 Ti build is worth more than the same laptop with an RTX 3060. After that, a documented RAM or storage upgrade helps if you can show the added capacity, and having the original charger included avoids a deduction, since this power adapter is model-specific and hard to replace. A clean, dust-free chassis and working keyboard backlighting round out the rest.
05 How do I erase it and remove my accounts, and how do I get paid?
Go to Settings → System → Recovery → Reset this PC and choose to remove everything. Before you start, go to Settings → Accounts and remove the device from your Microsoft account if it's signed in, and if BitLocker is on, suspend or decrypt the drive so the reset isn't blocked. Once the reset finishes and you accept the offer, shipping is free and insured, and payment goes out after inspection by PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, CashApp, or check. Full erasure details are on our data erasure protocols page.