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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X, offering high performance for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering work would be suited for professionals needing powerful hardware, with the tradeoff being higher price and less portability due to its size and weight. On the other hand, the Gateway 11.6" is budget-friendly, extremely portable, and suitable for general use like browsing and office applications, but it lacks the performance for demanding tasks and gaming. If your priority is high-end performance and you don't mind the extra cost and bulk, the ASUS is a strong choice. Conversely, if you prefer a more affordable, portable device for basic tasks, the Gateway would be a better fit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
- Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
8.3
5.6
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
354.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offers a much more powerful CPU, a substantial amount of RAM, and a high-quality OLED screen, which contribute to its very good performance for general use. In contrast, the Gateway 11.6" has a significantly less capable CPU, less RAM, and a lower-resolution IPS screen, making it less suitable for such tasks despite its excellent portability and good battery life.
Gaming and AI
7.5
5.4
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is well-suited for gaming and 3D applications because it features a powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a high-resolution OLED screen which is vital for graphic-intensive tasks, while the Gateway 11.6" falls short in performance for such tasks due to its less capable Intel UHD Graphics 600 and a lower-quality IPS screen.
Engineering and Design
8.6
5.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
6.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X, with its high-performance CPU, substantial RAM, and dedicated GPU, is well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks, further enhanced by its superior OLED screen quality. In contrast, the Gateway 11.6" features a lower-tier CPU, minimal RAM, integrated graphics, and an IPS screen with much lower resolution, making it less capable for such intensive work.
Content Creation
8.5
5.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very 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
8.2
5.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is very 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
8.3
5.7
16.0in
SIZE
11.6in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
354.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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 Pro 16X boasts a high-resolution display with bright and vivid colors, making it excellent for general use and detail-oriented tasks like engineering and design, where color accuracy is crucial. However, its screen may have a lower refresh rate which is less optimal for gaming and 3D works where smoothness is key. The Gateway 11.6", with its lower resolution and brightness, doesn't provide the clarity and detail required for any of the use cases, and its color range and refresh rate are likely not up to par for specialized tasks like engineering, design, or 3D gaming.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 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
Good
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
11.6in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
5.1
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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
$1,300
$89
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a price of $1,300 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and the Gateway 11.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X | Gateway 11.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $89 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | 11'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 2.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 7.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 96 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 11.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 354 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | 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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Marc Herter, Alex Wätzel | November 2023
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
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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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