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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is a high-performance 2-in-1 convertible laptop that can be used as both a laptop and a tablet; it features a much sharper screen, more storage, and a higher amount of memory with a powerful Intel i7 processor, suitable for intensive tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming. It's lighter and thinner, enhancing portability, and it comes with Windows 10 Pro. On the other hand, the Gateway 14.1" laptop is far more affordable, with modest specs like an Intel Celeron processor, less memory, and storage, fit for general use such as web browsing and document editing. It's heavier and thicker, which might affect portability, and it runs Windows 10S, which is more limited in software compatibility. So, if budget is a primary concern and your needs are basic, the Gateway could be a practical choice, while if you need higher performance for demanding tasks and prefer a versatile design, the ASUS is a better option despite the higher cost. 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
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
- The Gateway 14.1" has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13.
Key differences
General Use
7.7
5.6
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
10.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 outshines the Gateway 14.1" in general use primarily due to its superior CPU and graphics, ample RAM, high-quality screen, and good battery life, all of which contribute to a smoother and more versatile user experience. In contrast, the Gateway has a basic CPU and graphics, limited RAM, lower screen quality, and it fares poorly in battery life and keyboard quality, leading to a less satisfactory performance for everyday tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.3
5.4
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 14.1" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers better performance for gaming and 3D applications due to its superior Intel i7 processor and Intel Iris Xe graphics, along with a high-resolution display that enhances screen quality. On the other hand, the Gateway 14.1" is less suited for these tasks as it comes with a less powerful Intel Celeron processor and Intel UHD Graphics 600, which are less capable of handling intensive graphics and computational tasks, plus it only has a standard full HD display.
Engineering and Design
7.4
5.5
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 14.1" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is equipped with a high-performing CPU, substantial RAM, capable GPU, and a high-quality screen, making it well-suited for engineering and design tasks. In contrast, the Gateway 14.1" has a lower-end CPU, less RAM, a less powerful GPU, and a lower-quality screen, which makes it less adequate for such demanding applications.
Content Creation
7.8
5.8
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good for content creation, while the Gateway 14.1" 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
5.8
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good for software development, while the Gateway 14.1" 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
6.0
13.3in
SIZE
14.1in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a better screen than the Gateway 14.1" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers a high-resolution screen with vibrant colors and brightness, which enhances the viewing experience for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, but its typical refresh rate limits its appeal for gaming and 3D applications that require smoother motion. The Gateway 14.1", while having a decent resolution and adequate brightness for everyday use and entry-level design tasks, falls short in providing the wide color gamut professionals need for precise color work. For gaming and 3D, both laptops are not ideal, as they don't have the high refresh rates required for the best visual fluidity and responsiveness in fast-paced visual environments.
Battery
10.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 hours of battery life. The Gateway 14.1" 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
Excellent
Very Good
13.3in
SIZE
14.1in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has excellent portability, while the Gateway 14.1" has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
5.1
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has good build quality, while the Gateway 14.1" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,400
$99
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a price of $1,400 and the Gateway 14.1" costs $99.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and the Gateway 14.1" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 | Gateway 14.1" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $99 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | 13.1'' x 8.8'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 3.35 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.01" | 13.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.31" | 8.78" | |
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" | 14.1" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 208 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 8.1/10 | |
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 | 1 | |
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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ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
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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."
Gateway 14.1"
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Allen Ngo | September 2021
"The Gateway Ultra Slim 14" is surprisingly quiet with long battery life. The inexpensive Gateway excels at maximizing performance per dollar with lots of RAM and storage, super-quiet fan, and a long battery life. It can even house up to two M.2 SSDs which we weren't expecting from such a cheap system. However, the iffy reliability of the keyboard and USB-C port on our test unit means users should double-check for these potential issues immediately after purchasing."
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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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