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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is in the upper midrange price category and offers a robust 1024GB of storage and 16GB of RAM, which makes it well-suited for performance-intensive tasks such as 3D modeling, machine learning, and engineering software. The Intel i7 processor and Iris Xe graphics provide strong performance but come at a higher price. With a high-resolution touchscreen and a larger screen size, it is ideal for detailed work and entertainment, but it is less portable. The Gateway 11.6" is budget-friendly but comes with significantly less storage (64GB) and RAM (4GB), making it better for basic tasks. It has a lower resolution, non-touchscreen display and is more portable due to its smaller size and lighter weight, but it won't handle demanding applications as efficiently as the ASUS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
- 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
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
- The Gateway 11.6" has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13.
Key differences
General Use
7.7
5.6
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
10.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers a robust performance with a high-quality CPU and ample RAM, perfect for multitasking and various general use applications, while its high-resolution touch screen and long battery life provide an excellent user experience on the go. In contrast, the Gateway 11.6" has a much less powerful CPU and less RAM, which may struggle with multitasking and heavier applications, and its lower-resolution screen does not support touch functionality, limiting its versatility and overall appeal for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.3
5.4
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
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 Flip S13 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has superior graphics capabilities with an Intel i7 processor and Iris Xe GPU, which are essential for decent gaming and 3D performance, while the Gateway 11.6” uses a lower-end Intel Celeron processor with UHD Graphics 600, which are much less capable. Additionally, the ASUS offers a higher screen quality with a 4K resolution compared to the Gateway’s HD screen, enhancing the visual experience for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.4
5.4
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is well-suited for engineering and design due to its powerful Intel i7 processor, ample 16GB of RAM, and high-quality integrated Iris Xe graphics, along with a superior 4K touchscreen display that delivers excellent color accuracy and brightness. In contrast, the Gateway 11.6" is poorly suited for such tasks because it has a less capable Intel Celeron processor, only 4GB of RAM, lower-end integrated graphics, and a screen with much lower resolution and color accuracy, which significantly hampers performance and visual clarity in engineering and design applications.
Content Creation
7.8
5.7
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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
7.6
5.7
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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
7.9
5.7
13.3in
SIZE
11.6in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen than the Gateway 11.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When choosing a laptop for general use, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13's superior screen resolution, brightness, and panel type deliver a clearer and more vibrant experience compared to the Gateway 11.6", which falls short in these areas. For engineering and design tasks that demand accurate color representation, the ASUS's screen offers a wide color gamut, ensuring that the colors you see on the screen match professional standards, unlike the Gateway, which doesn't meet these high color accuracy requirements. In contrast, the ASUS is less suitable for gaming and 3D applications due to a lower refresh rate, which can make fast-paced visuals less smooth, while the Gateway also underperforms for these uses due to the same limitations.
Battery
10.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 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.
Build Quality
7.8
5.1
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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
$1,400
$89
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a price of $1,400 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
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Key similarities
Portability
Excellent
Excellent
13.3in
SIZE
11.6in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and Gateway 11.6" both have excellent portability.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and the Gateway 11.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 | Gateway 11.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $89 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | 11'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 2.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.01" | 11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.31" | 7.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 67 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 11.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 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 | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Tom's Hardware
Charles Jefferies | January 2023
"The Asus Zenbook S 13 Flip is an ultra-sleek 2-in-1 convertible. A gorgeous OLED screen and lightweight magnesium chassis make this convertible a traveller’s dream. Its SSD isn’t fast, but it won’t hold you back in everyday use. Its battery life also isn’t class leading, but it’s hardly off the pace. Overall, the Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED holds its head high in the premium convertible category and is a smaller alternative to the Spectre x360 13.5 and the Yoga 9i Gen 7."
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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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