The ASUS Vivobook 15X offers better performance for tasks like 3D rendering, engineering, and machine learning thanks to its stronger processor and graphics, plus it has a larger and higher-resolution screen suited for multitasking and media consumption. However, it's heavier and has a bigger form factor, which makes it less portable than the Gateway 11.6", which is lighter and more compact. The Gateway is more budget-friendly and has a much longer battery life, making it better for general use like web browsing and document editing on the go. Neither laptop is suitable for intensive gaming, but for demanding tasks and better overall performance, the ASUS is the superior option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
Good for general use
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
5.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The ASUS Vivobook 15X is good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X is better for general use due to its more powerful Ryzen CPU and larger RAM, contributing to faster performance for everyday tasks. The Gateway, with its lower-grade Celeron CPU and less RAM, is less capable, and while it offers better portability due to its smaller size and weight, the smaller screen and lower resolution imply a less enjoyable viewing experience.
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 15X is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X is fair for gaming and 3D due to its AMD Ryzen 5 7530U Vega 7 graphics, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor because it's equipped with a much less powerful Intel UHD Graphics 600. Additionally, screen refresh rate isn't a differentiating factor as both laptops have the same 60Hz refresh rate, but the ASUS's better GPU plays a critical role in 3D tasks and gaming performance.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
5.4/10
5.6/10
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 15X is only fair for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X offers a more robust CPU, greater RAM and a superior GPU, and higher screen quality crucial for engineering tasks compared to the Gateway 11.6" which has a basic CPU and GPU, less RAM and a lower resolution screen, making it less suitable for such demanding applications.
Content Creation
7.1/10
5.7/10
5.6/10
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 15X 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
6.9/10
5.7/10
5.6/10
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 15X 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
6.2/10
5.7/10
15.6in
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 15X 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 15X boasts a better screen resolution and brightness, improving visibility and clarity for everyday tasks, but its limited color gamut and refresh rate diminish its appeal for color-sensitive engineering work and fast-paced gaming. Conversely, the Gateway's smaller size implies a reduction in both resolution and brightness, leading to an overall less vivid and sharp display for any use. While both lack high color accuracy and quick refresh rates crucial for specialist tasks such as professional design and immersive gaming, the ASUS has a slight edge for general and engineering use due to its larger and brighter display.
Portability
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
11.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 15X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
5.1/10
The ASUS Vivobook 15X 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
$525
$89
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
"All in all, my day on the Vivobook had its ups and downs. It is a really pretty and well-built device, and it had all of the functionality I needed to get me through my browser-based workload. But the speakers weren’t my favorite, and the battery life was just too short."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Vivobook 15X or the Gateway 11.6"
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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