The ASUS Zenbook 13, being more expensive, offers significantly higher performance with better storage, RAM, and a more powerful processor, making it suitable for intensive tasks like engineering work or 3D modeling. It also sports a higher-quality OLED screen which is excellent for general use and accurate color representation for creative work. On the other hand, the Gateway 11.6" is a budget-friendly option with more basic specs, adequate for general use like web browsing and document editing. It is also very portable, but with lower storage and RAM, it isn't geared towards heavy multitasking or demanding applications. The ASUS has a premium build and better overall scores for qualities like battery life and performance, whereas the Gateway offers modest performance sufficient for less demanding tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 13
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
The Gateway 11.6" has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook 13.
Key differences
General Use
7.4/10
5.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
378.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook 13 excels in general use due to its higher-performing AMD Ryzen CPU, greater RAM, and superior OLED screen which provides better color coverage and brightness compared to the Gateway 11.6"'s lower-end Intel Celeron CPU, half the RAM, and less impressive IPS screen. Additionally, the Zenbook's increased storage, longevity in battery life, and lightweight design enhance its portability and overall user experience, far outweighing the Gateway 11.6" which has limited storage and lower quality in build and keyboard, factors that contribute to its poor performance for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
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
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook 13, with its AMD Ryzen 7 5700U Vega 8 GPU and OLED screen, offers fair performance for gaming and 3D applications due to a better integrated graphics card and superior screen quality. In contrast, the Gateway 11.6" performs poorly in those areas because its Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and IPS display don't deliver the same level of graphics capability or visual experience.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
5.4/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook 13 offers better engineering and design capabilities due to its more powerful processor (AMD Ryzen 7 5700U), adequate memory (8GB of RAM), and high-quality OLED screen, which supports complex tasks and detailed visuals. On the other hand, the Gateway 11.6" is less suitable for such tasks because of its basic processor (Intel Celeron N4020), limited memory (4GB of RAM), and lower-resolution IPS screen, which hinder performance and visual fidelity.
Content Creation
7.6/10
5.7/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 13 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
7.3/10
5.7/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 is good 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
7.8/10
5.7/10
13.3in
SIZE
11.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
378.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a better screen than the Gateway 11.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS Zenbook 13 offers superior screen resolution, brightness, and high-quality panel type, delivering clearer and more vibrant visuals, whereas the Gateway's lower resolution and dimmer display result in a less satisfying user experience. In engineering and design, the ASUS shines with its color accuracy and wider color gamuts, essential for precise work, while the Gateway falls short, potentially affecting the quality of visual work. The refresh rate of the ASUS may not be optimal for 3D applications and gaming, leading to less fluid motion, whereas the Gateway, with a similarly lower refresh rate, also struggles to provide a smooth gaming or 3D experience.
Build Quality
7.4/10
5.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook 13 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
$890
$89
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Zenbook 13 has a price of $890 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
"The Asus ZenBook 13 is a compact 13-inch laptop with a fast Ryzen 7 5800U and OLED display. The subnotebook is also light and the modern design is convincing. The selection of high-quality materials make the device not only light, but also very stable. In addition, the visuals and haptics of the device offers a high-quality impression. The AMD Ryzen 7 5800U is a very good fit for the ZenBook 13, ensuring a high performance in the test. However, in terms of the 3D performance, we also notice that the Vega architecture is beginning to hit its limits."
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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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