The ASUS Vivobook 14 offers better performance with a more powerful processor and graphics unit, more storage capacity, and more RAM, which makes it suitable for more demanding tasks like general use and light engineering work. However, its higher price reflects these advantages. On the other hand, the Gateway 11.6" is less expensive and more portable due to its smaller size and lighter weight, but it has lower specs, meaning it's best for basic tasks such as web browsing or word processing. The ASUS has longer battery life, making it more reliable for use on the go, while the Gateway is potentially more limited by its smaller battery. The ASUS's larger, higher-resolution screen provides a better viewing experience for media and multitasking, but it makes the laptop less compact than the small-screened Gateway. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
Good overall build quality
Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
6.9/10
5.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 provides better general performance thanks to its higher-end Intel i5 processor, more RAM, and a full HD screen, which contribute to a smoother user experience for various tasks. On the other hand, the Gateway 11.6" has a more basic Intel Celeron processor, less RAM, and a lower resolution screen, making it less suited for demanding applications and multitasking, but it is slightly more portable due to its smaller size and lower weight.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
5.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 offers a more capable GPU in the form of Intel Iris Xe and a higher quality screen with better resolution, which is significant for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the Gateway 11.6" has a less powerful Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and a lower resolution screen, resulting in poorer performance in those areas.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
5.4/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is suited for engineering and design tasks due to its more powerful Intel i5 processor, greater memory, and superior integrated graphics, combined with a higher resolution screen which provides better clarity and detail for such work. Conversely, the Gateway 11.6" is limited by its less capable Intel Celeron processor, lower memory capacity, basic graphics capabilities, and a screen with lower resolution, making it less ideal for demanding engineering applications and visual design tasks.
Content Creation
6.9/10
5.7/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair 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
6.8/10
5.7/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair 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
6.3/10
5.7/10
14.0in
SIZE
11.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 14 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 Vivobook 14 offers adequate clarity, brightness, and resolution, which are important for everyday tasks and applications in general use, while its relatively limited color range may not be ideal for precision tasks in engineering and design. Comparatively, the Gateway 11.6" has lower resolution and brightness, making it less suitable for any of the mentioned uses, with challenges in detail and visibility across the board. In terms of gaming and 3D, the Vivobook's ordinary refresh rate and panel type can be a hindrance for fast-paced visuals and graphic fidelity, whereas the Gateway's shortcomings are even more pronounced, lacking the necessary refresh rate and resolution for an immersive experience.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 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
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
11.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
5.1/10
The ASUS Vivobook 14 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
$421
$89
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The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
How the ASUS Vivobook 14 and the Gateway 11.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
ASUS Vivobook 14
Gateway 11.6"
GENERAL
Price
Price
$421
$89
Release Date
Release Date
March 1, 2023
August 1, 2021
Overall Dimensions
Overall Dimensions
12.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7''
11'' x 7.5'' x 0.7''
Weight
Weight
3.09 lbs
2.6 lbs
Width
Width
12.79"
11"
Depth
Depth
8.42"
7.5"
INTERNAL
Processor
Processor
Intel i5-1235U
Intel Celeron N4020
RAM
RAM
8 GB
4 GB
DDR Memory Version
DDR Memory Version
4
4
RAM Slots
RAM Slots
1
0
Storage
Storage
256 GB
64 GB
Storage Slots
Storage Slots
1
1
Graphics
Graphics
Iris Xe
UHD Graphics 600
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
No
No
GPU Type
GPU Type
GPU Memory (VRAM)
GPU Memory (VRAM)
Supports DLSS
Supports DLSS
No
No
Supports Ray Tracing
Supports Ray Tracing
No
No
BATTERY
Battery Life
Battery Life
7 Hours
8 Hours
Battery Capacity
Battery Capacity
42 Wh
Unknown
SCREEN
Diagonal Size
Diagonal Size
14"
11.6"
Display Technology
Display Technology
IPS
IPS
Resolution
Resolution
1920 x 1080
1366 x 768
Refresh Rate
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
Display Brightness
Display Brightness
250 nits
200 nits
Screen Aspect Ratio
Screen Aspect Ratio
16:9
16:9
Pixel Density
Pixel Density
157.35 PPI
135.09 PPI
Contrast
Contrast
Unknown
Unknown
Display Response Time
Display Response Time
Unknown
Unknown
DCI-P3
DCI-P3
50 %
35 %
sRGB
sRGB
67 %
50 %
Adobe RGB
Adobe RGB
50 %
35 %
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS
Build Quality Score
Build Quality Score
7/10
5.1/10
Portability Score
Portability Score
8.5/10
9.2/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
Gaming Laptop Appearance
No
No
Premium Business Laptop
Premium Business Laptop
No
No
Fan Noise Score
Fan Noise Score
7.5/10
7/10
Facial Recognition
Facial Recognition
No
No
Upper Side Temp (Max)
Upper Side Temp (Max)
49.2°C
Lower Side Temp (Max)
Lower Side Temp (Max)
54°C
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
35.4°C
Warranty Period
Warranty Period
1 year
1 year
HARDWARE FEATURES
Keyboard Quality Score
Keyboard Quality Score
6.8/10
5.3/10
Speaker Quality Score
Speaker Quality Score
6/10
6/10
Webcam
Webcam
720p
720p
Fingerprint Reader
Fingerprint Reader
Yes
No
Backlit Keyboard
Backlit Keyboard
No
No
Number Pad
Number Pad
No
No
CONNECTIVITY
USB Type-A
USB Type-A
3
2
USB-C ports
USB-C ports
1
0
USB-C Charging
USB-C Charging
No
No
Display Outputs
Display Outputs
1
1
Thunderbolt Ports
Thunderbolt Ports
0
0
DisplayPorts
DisplayPorts
0
0
HDMI Ports
HDMI Ports
1
1
Ethernet
Ethernet
No
No
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth Version
5.1
4
WiFi Version
WiFi Version
5
5
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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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