It's hard to find much info on the Elevate Windows site, but they look to be an average vinyl window. No idea as to reputation of company or their products. The Andersen's are a composite material.

What about Norandex Perfexion? Those are the two that my local dealer has recommended. Said they are both comparable to Anderson minus the major lead time

edit: here is the brochure on the Perfexions

https://www.norandex.com/media/1921/perfexionreplacementbrochure_122020_web.pdf

"What about Norandex Perfexion" : Another company I haven't heard of, but appear to be ok. The silver line will give you more glass, but is a little flimsier than the gold or platinum. Are your current windows aluminum frames?

Aluminum. And the frames are in rough condition. The panes have been replaced several times. I replaced one set on my dormer’s with Reliabilt Vinyl’s and there is a noticeable difference i sound and temperature compared to the old aluminum

Any winter season...if mostly know, thermally broken aluminum is hard to beat in your area.

If you want vinyl windows, consider NT Windows. Their Presidential or Energy Master lines are both decent options for a mid-grade vinyl.

As WoW said, thermally-broken aluminum windows are a great choice for the deep south, where winters are mild and short lived. They provide narrow frames without compromising strength and rigidity. Don Young makes a very good thermally-improved aluminum window.

Norandex Perfexion is made by Simonton.