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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook 17 offers a larger screen, more storage, and additional power for tasks like general use and engineering, suitable for users needing a bigger display and better multitasking capabilities. Conversely, the Gateway 11.6" is more affordable, with higher portability due to its smaller size and lighter weight, ideal for users who prioritize ease of carrying and uncomplicated tasks. However, its smaller storage and lower power limit its suitability for intensive applications. If high performance and a large screen are key, the Vivobook is better, but for cost savings and portability, the Gateway might be preferable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
- Good for general use
- Good for content creation
Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
- Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
7.0
5.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
263.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 offers moderate performance for general use with its larger screen, more RAM and a mid-range CPU, but it's less portable due to its size and weight. The Gateway 11.6" falls short in general use because it has less storage, lower RAM, a basic CPU, and a smaller, lower-resolution screen, although it is more portable due to its small size and light weight.
Gaming and AI
6.0
5.4
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
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 is rated fair for gaming and 3D because it has a larger screen with higher resolution and more powerful integrated graphics than the Gateway 11.6", which has an entry-level CPU and graphics, resulting in a poor rating for such uses. Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, which is significant for gaming, but the ASUS's superior GPU and screen quality make it a better choice for those activities.
Engineering and Design
6.3
5.4
6.2/10
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 17 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a more capable CPU, more RAM, and a larger, higher quality screen suited for engineering and design tasks, whereas the Gateway 11.6" has a lower-end CPU, less RAM, and a smaller, lower resolution screen which limits performance and usability for such demanding work.
Content Creation
7.0
5.7
6.2/10
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 17 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
5.7
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS Vivobook 17 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
5.7
17.3in
SIZE
11.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
263.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 17 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 17 offers a larger screen with adequate resolution and brightness, making it suitable for general use tasks like browsing and video streaming, yet it lacks the high color accuracy and wider color gamuts necessary for precise engineering and design work. As for the Gateway 11.6", its smaller size and lower resolution result in a less satisfactory viewing experience for general tasks, and its limited color reproduction capabilities further restrict its effectiveness for detailed engineering and design applications. Both models fall short for 3D experiences and gaming, as neither supports the high refresh rates needed for smooth motion rendering, and they don't deliver the sharp resolutions or rapid panel responsiveness preferred by these applications.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 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
17.3in
SIZE
11.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
5.1
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has only fair 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
$429
$89
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a price of $429 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 17 and the Gateway 11.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Vivobook 17 | Gateway 11.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$429 | $89 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 9.9'' x 0.78'' | 11'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 2.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.72" | 11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.89" | 7.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i3-1220P | 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 | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 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 | 263 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.2/10 | 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 | 9.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | 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 | |
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Marvin Gollor | May 2022
"The ASUS Vivobook 17 is an affordable 17-inch laptop with passive cooling. On one hand, you get a really quiet and cool work device with a good system performance, many connections, good maintenance options, speakers acceptable for multimedia enjoyment, and a sharp and clear matte FHD IPS display with the Asus VivoBook 17 (F712JA). On the other hand, the USB-C port lacks Power Delivery and DisplayPort, and the display, a higher brightness and better color space coverage."
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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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