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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition offers high performance, which is ideal for 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, along with a better display for color accuracy and fast motion, making it suitable for engineering and intensive gaming. However, it is less portable due to its weight and size. In contrast, the Gateway 14.1" is more budget-friendly and portable, best for general use, and has a commendable battery life, but it significantly underperforms in tasks requiring high computing power or graphic performance. Options for expansion and customization are also limited with the Gateway compared to the ASUS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.6
5.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
283.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
6.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is better for general use because it has a more powerful CPU, higher RAM capacity, and a higher-quality screen, while the Gateway 14.1" falls short with a weaker CPU, less RAM, and a lower-quality screen, although it offers better portability due to its lighter weight.
Gaming and AI
7.8
5.4
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a powerful AMD RX 6800M GPU and a high screen refresh rate, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the Gateway 14.1" has a much weaker Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and a lower screen refresh rate which significantly diminish its gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
8.0
5.5
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is very good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" 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
7.7
5.8
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for content creation, while the Gateway 14.1" 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
7.3
5.8
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is good for software development, while the Gateway 14.1" 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
7.9
6.0
15.6in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a better screen than the Gateway 14.1" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G15 offers a vibrant display with high resolution and brightness, making text, images, and videos clear and bright, whereas the Gateway's display, while adequate, may not be as sharp or luminous. During engineering and design tasks, the ASUS's ability to cover wider color gamuts ensures more accurate color representation, crucial for detailed work, but the Gateway's fair color performance could lead to less precise color output. For gaming and 3D, the Gateway falls short as its refresh rate likely isn't high enough to ensure smooth motion, while the ASUS, despite having a good screen, doesn't have the optimal refresh rate gamers seek for the most fluid visuals.
Portability
Fair
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.1in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 14.1" has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
5.1
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has good build quality, while the Gateway 14.1" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$99
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a price of $1,500 and the Gateway 14.1" costs $99.
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Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 hours of battery life. The Gateway 14.1" 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the Gateway 14.1" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition | Gateway 14.1" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $99 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.2'' x 0.97'' | 13.1'' x 8.8'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 3.35 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 13.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.2" | 8.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14.1" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 300Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 283 nits | 208 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.7/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | No Webcam | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Andrew E. Freedman | August 2022
"The Asus ROG Strix G15, as the first in a line of "AMD Advantage"-branded notebooks, is a statement that yes, you can get a premium AMD gaming notebook. Maybe you can't have it all, but you can get pretty close. The ROG Strix G15's combination of the AMD Ryzen 5900HX and Radeon RX 6800M, as well as other technologies that take advantage of them, make a potent, thin gaming machine. Powerful Dolby Atmos speakers and long battery life when you aren't gaming are nice bonuses."
Gateway 14.1"
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Allen Ngo | September 2021
"The Gateway Ultra Slim 14" is surprisingly quiet with long battery life. The inexpensive Gateway excels at maximizing performance per dollar with lots of RAM and storage, super-quiet fan, and a long battery life. It can even house up to two M.2 SSDs which we weren't expecting from such a cheap system. However, the iffy reliability of the keyboard and USB-C port on our test unit means users should double-check for these potential issues immediately after purchasing."
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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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