The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is a more expensive option but offers much better performance for gaming, 3D modeling, machine learning tasks, and engineering software due to its higher-end processor and RTX 4070 graphics card. It has a large high-refresh rate screen, a backlit keyboard with a number pad, and is heavier, which impacts portability. On the other hand, the Gateway 14.1" is more budget-friendly, lighter, and might be preferred for general use with basic tasks. It has a smaller screen with lower pixel density and substantially less powerful processor and graphics, making it unsuitable for intensive tasks or gaming. 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 14.1"
Very good portability
Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
5.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
257.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 offers a robust Intel i7 processor and 16GB of RAM making it adept for a wide range of tasks, while the Gateway 14.1" with its basic Intel Celeron processor and 4GB of RAM may struggle with anything beyond basic tasks. Additionally, the ASUS has a higher-quality display and better heat management, contributing to a better user experience compared to the Gateway, which, despite its longer battery life and lighter weight, suffers from poor keyboard and build quality, affecting its suitability for general use.
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
5.4/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 14.1" is poor.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 offers a powerful GPU and high screen refresh rate, which are critical for smooth and high-quality gaming and 3D experiences, whereas the Gateway 14.1" laptop lags in these areas, making it less suitable for those demanding tasks. The TUF's stronger CPU and better screen quality also contribute to its superiority for gaming and 3D applications when compared to the Gateway.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
5.5/10
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 14.1" is poor.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15, with its powerful Intel i7 processor, dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU, and ample RAM, is tailored for demanding engineering and design tasks, while the Gateway 14.1" is equipped with a basic Intel Celeron processor, integrated graphics, and limited RAM, making it less suitable for such intensive work. Moreover, the ASUS offers a higher-quality IPS display with greater brightness and refresh rates, which are crucial for design accuracy, as opposed to the Gateway's display that, despite being IPS, falls short in performance for professional engineering and design applications.
Content Creation
7.7/10
5.8/10
9.1/10
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 TUF Gaming F15 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
7.3/10
5.8/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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
6.9/10
6.0/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
257.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a better screen than the Gateway 14.1" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15's screen doesn't offer the high refresh rates typically desired by gamers nor the extensive color range necessary for precision in engineering and design tasks, making it an imperfect choice for these specific activities, even though it provides adequate resolution and brightness for everyday use. The Gateway 14.1" offers a display suitable for general activities with its resolution and brightness, but like the ASUS, it falls short for designers and engineers due to limited color accuracy, and for gamers, the refresh rate isn't sufficient for the smooth visuals they often seek. For users focused on general use, either laptop could suffice, but those prioritizing gaming, 3D applications, or professional design work might find the screen qualities of these models limiting.
Battery
5.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 5 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.1in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 14.1" has very good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
5.1/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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
$1,399
$99
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a price of $1,399 and the Gateway 14.1" costs $99.
"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."
"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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