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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is more expensive but offers better performance for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering, thanks to its higher specs in storage, RAM, and processor. It also has superior display quality with an OLED screen and higher resolution, which is ideal for creative work that requires accurate colors and contrast. However, it is heavier and has shorter battery life than the Gateway 15.6", which makes it less portable. The Gateway, while more affordable and lighter, has less storage and RAM and a lower-tier processor, making it suitable primarily for general use and less demanding tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 15.6"
- The Gateway 15.6" has no clear advantages over the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo.
Key differences
General Use
8.6
7.0
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
357.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for general use, while the Gateway 15.6" is good.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo offers a superior experience for general use with its significantly more powerful CPU, double the RAM, and high-quality OLED screen, which contribute to better performance and display, although it is less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to Gateway 15.6". The Gateway, while good for general use due to adequate performance and longer battery life, falls behind in screen quality, has less RAM and a less powerful CPU, but benefits from being slightly more portable.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.0
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is somewhat better.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo offers better gaming and 3D performance primarily due to its higher screen refresh rate and an OLED screen with excellent color coverage, suitable for more graphically intensive tasks. In contrast, the Gateway 15.6" has a standard refresh rate and an IPS screen with lower color coverage, making it less optimal for highly demanding visual applications.
Engineering and Design
8.5
6.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 15.6" is only fair.
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo excels in engineering and design tasks due to its more robust CPU and GPU, a higher amount of RAM for complex computations, and an OLED screen with superior resolution and color accuracy. In comparison, the Gateway 15.6" offers less advanced components which are adequate for lighter tasks but may struggle with intensive engineering applications; however, it does weigh slightly more, reflecting a tradeoff in portability and performance.
Content Creation
8.6
7.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for content creation, while the Gateway 15.6" is good.
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
8.2
6.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo is very good for software development, while the Gateway 15.6" is only fair.
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
6.1
14.5in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
357.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo has a better screen than the Gateway 15.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo's higher resolution and brightness make for a clearer and more vibrant viewing experience compared to the Gateway 15.6", which has adequate visual quality but may not be as sharp or bright. In engineering and design, the ASUS's wider color gamuts ensure that professionals can see a broader spectrum of colors with greater accuracy, vital for precise work, whereas the Gateway's more limited color range can be a drawback for detailed design tasks. When it comes to Gaming and 3D, the lower refresh rate on the ASUS can cause motion blur and less smooth gameplay, making it less ideal, while the Gateway also falls short for high-speed gaming due to similar display limitations.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 14 Duo has 6 hours of battery life. The Gateway 15.6" 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
Good
Good
14.5in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo and Gateway 15.6" both have good portability, though the ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
5.1
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has good build quality, while the Gateway 15.6" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,299
$380
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo has a price of $1,299 and the Gateway 15.6" costs $380.
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Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ZenBook Pro 14 Duo | Gateway 15.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,299 | $380 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.9'' x 0.77'' | 14.8'' x 9.5'' x 0.77'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 4.8 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.74" | 14.75" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.85" | 9.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.5" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 357 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
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 Pro 14 Duo
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Dominic Bayley | December 2022
"The Zenbook Pro 14 Duo OLED is a well-tuned instrument for content creators, excelling at a range of general office tasks as well as tasks that require a little more grunt like encoding and 3D rendering. The big attraction is the laptop’s dual displays. They’re the best ones we’ve used in an Asus Zenbook Duo laptop to date with a spate of year-on-year improvements that make the visuals more striking and the cross-screen integration easier than ever before."
Gateway 15.6"
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Francisco Lahoz | July 2022
"Some concessions have to be made when shopping for a budget laptop. Walmart's Gateway Ultra Slim laptops succeeds on the affordability front and delivers serviceable specs and good battery life, though it's hard to claim it's the best (or even particularly good) at any particular aspect. Its build quality, especially the touchpad, is mediocre, and its performance is decent but doesn't lead the way. The Gateway does undercut the cost of some competitors and offers ample storage with good connectivity, so it's not to be ignored."
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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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