The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED offers a larger storage capacity, more RAM, a higher quality OLED display, and better overall performance, particularly for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering work, with its newer and more powerful main processor and integrated graphics. However, it is less portable than the Gateway 11.6" due to its larger size and weight, and it comes at a higher cost. The Gateway 11.6" is more budget-friendly and has a higher portability score, making it suitable for basic general use and prioritizes ease of carrying and lower cost over performance. The Gateway may be limited by its smaller storage, lower RAM, and less powerful processor, which may not be suitable for intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
7.5/10
5.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
376.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED offers a powerful Intel i5 processor, ample RAM, and a high-quality OLED screen, providing a smooth and visually rich experience for general use, along with decent battery life and portability. In contrast, the Gateway 11.6" has a basic Intel Celeron processor, less RAM, and a lower-resolution IPS screen, leading to a less responsive and less vibrant experience, although it is slightly more portable and has longer battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
5.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a higher refresh rate and a more capable GPU, which are both very important for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the Gateway 11.6" has a lower refresh rate and a less powerful GPU. Additionally, the ASUS offers superior CPU performance and a better-quality, higher-resolution screen, contributing to a fair experience for gaming and 3D tasks compared to the poor performance on the Gateway due to its basic CPU and lower-quality screen.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
5.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.6/10
5.7/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
7.5/10
5.7/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
8.6/10
5.7/10
14.0in
SIZE
11.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
376.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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 Zenbook 14X OLED boasts an OLED display which provides vivid colors and high contrast, making it excellent for general use and engineering where color accuracy is key, though its standard refresh rate limits its appeal for gaming and 3D work. The Gateway 11.6" has a lower resolution and brightness that might not deliver the crisp and vibrant visuals needed for general use or the detailed work in engineering and design. Additionally, with presumably a standard refresh rate, it isn't suited for the smooth visuals that gaming and 3D applications demand.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
11.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
5.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
$575
$89
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a price of $575 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
"While one of the more budget-friendly configurations of the Asus Zenbook 14X OLED may make a compelling case as a top value pick, it’s difficult to be disappointed with the more expensive model we reviewed here. At its core, for all models, it’s a luxury-built laptop with extreme portability and a gorgeous OLED display. Our unit rocks with a snappy Core i9 processor for getting real work done, and the discrete GPU—even if it has a clear power ceiling—is a bonus for creative pros."
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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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