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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 offers high performance suitable for gaming, 3D work, and engineering, sporting a robust processor and advanced graphics card, but it's heavier and less portable. Conversely, the Gateway 11.6" is budget-friendly, significantly lighter for easy travel, and can handle general use, yet it has a lower-resolution screen and less power for demanding tasks. Choose the ASUS for intensive tasks and gaming, or the Gateway for basic tasks and greater portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.6
5.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
257.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 offers powerful performance due to its superior Intel i7 processor and ample 16GB of RAM, paired with a quality screen, making it suitable for a range of general use cases; however, it can be less portable and offers a moderate battery life. Contrastingly, the Gateway 11.6" has a basic Intel Celeron processor and just 4GB of RAM, leading to limitations in handling multiple tasks, and despite its excellent portability and longer battery life, the screen quality and overall performance may disappoint users seeking a smooth general use experience.
Gaming and AI
8.0
5.4
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 boasts a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, while the Gateway 11.6" has a less capable GPU and lower screen refresh rate, limiting its performance in these areas. Additionally, the ASUS has a stronger CPU and better screen quality, further enhancing gaming experiences, whereas the Gateway's modest CPU and screen quality render it more suitable for basic tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.2
5.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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
7.7
5.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is 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
7.3
5.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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
6.9
5.7
15.6in
SIZE
11.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
257.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a better screen than the Gateway 11.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize a nice display for everyday tasks, the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 will serve you well with its decent resolution and brightness, but for gaming or 3D applications, its lower refresh rate could hinder performance and visual fluidity. With the Gateway 11.6", you might be disappointed across the board; its limited resolution and brightness can strain your eyes during both general and specialized tasks, and it also lacks the vibrant color representation needed for precise engineering and design work. Furthermore, both machines may fall short for professional design and gaming due to neither having high color gamut coverage nor a fast refresh rate, essential for color accuracy and smooth visuals respectively.
Battery
5.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 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
15.6in
SIZE
11.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
5.1
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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
$1,399
$89
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a price of $1,399 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and the Gateway 11.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS TUF Gaming F15 | Gateway 11.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $89 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.93'' | 11'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 2.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 7.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | 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 | 1024 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 11.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 257 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 9.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Allen Ngo | March 2022
"Aside from all the chassis updates, the new TUF Gaming is most notable for its much higher TGP target of 140 W compared to only 95 W on the previous generation. PC makers everywhere are using the same GeForce GPUs this year since Nvidia has yet to launch the successor to the mobile RTX 3000 series. The more demanding processors of the new TUF Gaming has directly impacted battery life and the size of the AC adapter. Don't expect runtimes to be longer than on the previous generation under most conditions and be prepared to carry around an even larger AC adapter than before."
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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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