If you prioritize gaming or require high performance for tasks like 3D rendering or machine learning, the ASUS ROG Strix is tailored for you, albeit with a higher cost and less portability. On the other hand, the Gateway 11.6" offers greater portability and is more budget-friendly, suitable for general use like web browsing, watching videos, and document editing, but it won't handle intensive tasks as well. When considering battery life, gaming laptops often have shorter battery life compared to more basic models, so for longer use away from a power outlet, the Gateway is preferable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024)
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
5.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers a powerful CPU and ample RAM, ensuring smooth performance for a variety of tasks, along with a high-quality screen, but its size and battery life may limit portability compared to smaller laptops. The Gateway 11.6", on the other hand, is more portable due to its smaller size and typically longer battery life but falls short in performance and screen quality, making it less suitable for demanding applications and prolonged use.
Gaming and AI
8.7/10
5.4/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
240Hz
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 Strix G18 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers a high-end GPU and a fast screen refresh rate, which are crucial for immersive gaming and smooth 3D rendering, while the Gateway 11.6" lacks a powerful GPU and has a lower refresh rate, leading to subpar gaming and 3D performance. Additionally, the ASUS provides superior CPU performance and better screen quality, enhancing overall experience, whereas the Gateway's modest CPU and screen quality might be sufficient for basic tasks but fall short for demanding applications.
Engineering and Design
9.2/10
5.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 is equipped with a powerful CPU, ample RAM, a high-quality GPU, and a superior screen, making it well-suited for resource-intensive engineering tasks; however, it is less portable and may have louder operating noise. On the other hand, the Gateway 11.6" laptop is more portable and likely quieter, but its lesser CPU, RAM, GPU, and screen quality render it inadequate for demanding engineering and design applications.
Content Creation
8.8/10
5.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
32.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) 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
8.5/10
5.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
32.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) 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
8.7/10
5.7/10
18.0in
SIZE
11.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 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 Strix G18 likely has a high-resolution display with excellent color accuracy, making it ideal for engineering and design tasks that require precise color representation, but for gaming and 3D, its lower refresh rate could hamper the experience. The Gateway 11.6", with its poorer screen quality, may struggle in all tasks due to lower resolution and brightness, resulting in a less vibrant and sharp display for general use and insufficient color range and accuracy for professional engineering and design work. Since the refresh rate is a crucial factor for 3D content, the Gateway's screen may also not be responsive enough for smooth gameplay or 3D applications.
Portability
Poor
Excellent
18.0in
SIZE
11.6in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
5.1/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has 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
$2,203
$89
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has a price of $2,203 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
"With the ROG Strix G18, Asus has made an almost consistently good debut in the still quite new 18-inch laptop segment. The base unit case shows a few signs of weakness in the area of stability and is something which has an effect on the perceived quality of the input devices (the chassis tends to rattle a bit). Nevertheless, thanks to generous port features (incl. Thunderbolt 4), a striking design, and extensive lighting (keyboard, LED strip on the front), gamers get a fitting gaming platform."
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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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