If you prioritize performance for tasks like engineering, 3D rendering, or gaming, the ASUS ROG Flow X16 is an excellent choice, but it's less portable than the Gateway 11.6" and also costs more. On the other hand, if affordability and portability are your top concerns, and your usage is more oriented towards basic tasks like web browsing and document editing, the Gateway 11.6" would be the more suitable option. Keep in mind, however, that the Gateway's lower price also means less storage, a less powerful processor, and reduced graphical capabilities, which are significant considerations if you plan to use the laptop for more demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X16
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
Excellent portability
Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
5.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 offers superior general use capabilities due to its powerful AMD Ryzen 9 processor, 16 GB of RAM, high-quality IPS screen with a higher resolution, and larger screen size, which together enhance multitasking, media consumption, and productivity compared to the Gateway 11.6" with its less capable Intel Celeron processor, 4 GB of RAM, and lower-resolution screen. While the Gateway affords excellent portability due to its smaller size and weight, the ASUS excels in battery life and display quality but is less portable.
Gaming and AI
7.6/10
5.4/10
7.2/10
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
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16, with its advanced AMD Ryzen 9 processor and Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card, plus a high refresh rate screen, is well-equipped for gaming and 3D applications, while the Gateway 11.6" is hindered by a basic Intel Celeron processor, Intel UHD Graphics, and a standard refresh rate screen, making it less suitable for such demands.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
5.4/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 outperforms the Gateway 11.6" for engineering and design tasks due to its substantially more powerful AMD Ryzen 9 CPU, higher RAM capacity, superior Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, and greater screen quality, which are crucial for such demanding applications. In contrast, the Gateway 11.6" is equipped with a basic Intel Celeron CPU, minimal RAM, a much weaker integrated GPU, and a lower resolution screen that makes it unsuitable for intensive tasks despite its better portability and operating noise.
Content Creation
8.0/10
5.7/10
8.1/10
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 X16 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
7.7/10
5.7/10
8.1/10
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 X16 is 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
8.5/10
5.7/10
16.0in
SIZE
11.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the Gateway 11.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Flow X16's high-resolution and bright display with an advanced panel provides a crisp and vivid picture, whereas the Gateway 11.6" offers a lower resolution and dimmer screen, leading to a less clear and less vibrant viewing experience. In terms of engineering and design, the ASUS stands out with its wide color gamut coverage which is crucial for accurately displaying colors, while the Gateway falls short, making it less suitable for tasks requiring color precision. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the ASUS's lower refresh rate may not deliver as smooth motions as gaming-dedicated displays, while the Gateway's poor screen quality across all aspects makes it a less desirable option for immersive gaming experiences.
Battery
5.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 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
Good
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
11.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the ASUS ROG Flow X16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
5.1/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 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
$1,300
$89
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
"Above all else, the Asus ROG Flow X16 is one thing - versatile! It is a thin, mobile work device, it's a 2-in-1, tablet, a powerful workstation and even a gaming PC. But something even more surprising: It does all of these things really well without making any big blunders. It's anything but a lazy compromise. Because, despite its compact dimensions and 2-in-1 functionality, the hardware isn't throttled and boasts, at least in turbo mode, above-average performance."
Get a great deal on the ASUS ROG Flow X16 or the Gateway 11.6"
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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