For better performance in intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the ASUS ROG Flow X13 is the superior choice with a high-end processor, ample storage, and advanced graphics. Conversely, if you're looking for a more budget-friendly option that can handle general tasks and emphasize portability and battery life, the Gateway 11.6" could fit that need. The tradeoff is that the Gateway will not perform as well in demanding applications due to its basic components and lower storage capacity. Keep in mind that while the Flow X13 is also portable, it comes at a premium price compared to the Gateway. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
5.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 outperforms the Gateway 11.6" for general use due to its superior CPU, higher RAM capacity, and better screen quality with a higher resolution, which contributes to a more responsive and visually satisfying experience. Additionally, the ASUS features a more powerful graphics unit and a higher quality backlit keyboard, which enhances usability, although it is slightly less portable and has similar battery life compared to the extremely lightweight Gateway.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
5.4/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is good for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is equipped with a powerful Nvidia RTX GPU and a high refresh rate display which is very important for gaming and 3D applications, while the Gateway 11.6" includes a much less capable Intel UHD Graphics GPU and a standard refresh rate screen, making it poor for those uses.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
5.4/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
8.2/10
5.7/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for content creation, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
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
8.0/10
5.7/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for software development, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
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.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
5.7/10
13.4in
SIZE
11.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the Gateway 11.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 likely offers a higher resolution, brighter display with a panel type suited for vivid images and sharp text, making it suitable for general use and engineering design tasks that demand color accuracy from broad color gamuts. However, its screen may have a lower refresh rate, which is less ideal for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from smoother visuals during fast-paced activities. In contrast, the Gateway 11.6" with its lower quality display might lack in resolution, brightness, and color fidelity, which makes it less appealing for any of the mentioned uses, especially for tasks where fine detail and color accuracy are crucial.
Build Quality
8.5/10
5.1/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good build quality, while the Gateway 11.6" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,500
$89
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 hours of battery life. The Gateway 11.6" has 8 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
Very Good
Excellent
13.4in
SIZE
11.6in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gateway 11.6" to have excellent portability, while the ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X13 and the Gateway 11.6" compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Flow X13 is not an off-the-shelf convertible. This quickly becomes clear when you take a closer look at the technical specs. The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a state-of-the-art SoC with 8 cores and 16 threads, which also makes the 2-in-1 interesting as a work device. With 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, gamers are also well taken care of. The dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q fits well into the overall concept and ensures a solid 3D performance. With the eGPU dock, which is equipped with a GeForce RTX 3080, the small convertible transforms into a full-fledged desktop replacement in terms of performance."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About Gateway
Gateway is a laptop and tablet brand owned by Acer which sells budget-friendly laptops exclusively through Walmart. It was previously an American computer company until its acquisition by Acer in 2007, who then revived the brand in 2020. Gateway laptops are manufactured by Chinese company Shenzhen Bmorn Technology, which also makes EVOO-branded models.
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