If you prioritize higher RAM for multitasking or more resource-intensive applications, the Gateway with double the RAM of the Asus could serve you better. However, the Asus has a slightly better build quality and manages heat more effectively, leading to a more comfortable experience during heavy use. The Gateway is slightly heavier, which might matter if you value portability. For general use, both laptops perform similarly, but the Asus edges out slightly in screen color performance, making it better for tasks where color accuracy is key, like photo editing. Battery life is important, but we don't have the stats for Gateway. Both are not ideal for intense gaming but can handle general gaming needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
Good overall build quality
Advantages of the Gateway 15.6"
The Gateway 15.6" has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook 15X.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2/10
6.1/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a better screen than the Gateway 15.6" for software development.
For general use, both the ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Gateway 15.6" have acceptable screen resolutions and brightness levels, making them good for everyday tasks like browsing, office applications, and video streaming. However, for engineering and design, the screens may not cover a wide color gamut, which is essential for precise color work and detailed visual projects. When it comes to 3D and gaming, their screens fall short primarily because of lower refresh rates, which can lead to less smooth visuals, and the panel types may not provide the rapid response times desired in fast-paced gaming scenarios.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and Gateway 15.6" both have good portability, though the ASUS Vivobook 15X has somewhat better 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 15.6" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$525
$380
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the Gateway 15.6" costs $380.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and Gateway 15.6" are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X is fair for general use because, despite having a capable AMD Ryzen processor, it comes with less RAM than the Gateway, potentially affecting multitasking performance and heavier workloads. Meanwhile, the Gateway 15.6" nails the sweet spot with more RAM and an efficient Intel processor, offering a good balance for various tasks, although it may be less portable due to a slightly heavier weight.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
6.2/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X is suitable for engineering and design because it offers a balanced CPU and GPU for moderate workloads, along with a decent screen and RAM, but its less-than-optimal portability and operating noise may affect convenience. In contrast, though the Gateway 15.6" has more RAM, which aids in handling complex tasks, the integrated GPU may limit performance in more graphically intensive engineering software, and its lower keyboard and build quality could reduce user comfort during long work sessions.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.0/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and Gateway 15.6" are both good for content creation.
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
6.7/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for software development.
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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 hours of battery life. The Gateway 15.6" 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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 15X and the Gateway 15.6" compare to other laptops
"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."
"Some concessions have to be made when shopping for a budget laptop. Walmart's Gateway Ultra Slim laptops succeeds on the affordability front and delivers serviceable specs and good battery life, though it's hard to claim it's the best (or even particularly good) at any particular aspect. Its build quality, especially the touchpad, is mediocre, and its performance is decent but doesn't lead the way. The Gateway does undercut the cost of some competitors and offers ample storage with good connectivity, so it's not to be ignored."
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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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