The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and Gateway 11.6" cater to different needs. The Zenbook Duo 14 offers high performance and innovative dual-screen design, which can be valuable for multitasking, creative works, or intensive engineering tasks, but also comes at a higher cost and with more weight, affecting portability and possibly battery life. The Gateway 11.6" is likely to be more affordable, lighter, and offer better battery life, making it a good choice for general use like web browsing, document editing, or light media consumption, but it may struggle with more demanding applications like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming. Consider your primary use case, budget, and how much you value portability when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
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
314.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is better for general use due to its higher RAM, a more powerful i7 processor, larger storage capacity, and higher quality screen resolution and colors; these factors contribute to smoother multitasking and a better visual experience. In contrast, the Gateway 11.6" has a lower-end Celeron processor, less RAM, significantly less storage, and a lower resolution display, which might result in slowed performance and a less engaging visual experience even though it offers better portability and manages heat very well.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
5.4/10
3.7/10
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
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 offers better gaming and 3D performance due to its more powerful Intel Iris Xe graphics, while the Gateway 11.6" has a weaker Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU that can't handle demanding tasks well. Additionally, both have screen refresh rates capped at 60Hz which is adequate for casual gaming but the Zenbook's superior CPU and screen quality provide a better overall experience.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
5.4/10
5.5/10
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 Duo 14 is only fair 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
7.3/10
5.7/10
5.5/10
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 Zenbook Duo 14 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
7.0/10
5.7/10
5.5/10
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 Zenbook Duo 14 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
6.8/10
5.7/10
14.0in
SIZE
11.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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 Duo 14 offers a higher resolution and brighter display, which enhances the experience for general use with clearer and more vibrant visuals. For engineering and design, its wider color gamuts ensure more accurate color representation, which is crucial for detailed and color-sensitive tasks. Conversely, for gaming and 3D applications, its refresh rate is lower than what is desired for smooth motion, making it less ideal for fast-paced visuals that benefit from higher refresh rates.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
11.6in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
5.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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
$999
$89
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
"The Asus ZenBook Duo's second screen is like the Apple Touch Bar, but better. Most would agree that having two screens instead of one can really boost productivity and the ZenBook Duo is no different in this regard. It's tough going back to just one screen after becoming accustomed to spacious dual-screen setups. For a laptop form factor, however, users will have to accept some compromises. Firstly, weight is the most obvious drawback as the system is several hundred grams heavier than a regular ZenBook 14. Additionally, colors on the second screen will not be as vivid as the main display."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 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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