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Updated January 10, 2024·
If your priority is high performance for tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17, despite its higher cost, would be a better choice. On the other hand, if you prefer something more affordable and portable for general use like browsing and office applications, the Gateway 14.1" would suit your needs. Keep in mind, though, that the larger screen and typically more powerful components of the ASUS will likely lead to shorter battery life compared to the Gateway, which should offer a balance of efficiency and portability at a lower price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.3
5.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.9
5.4
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
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 17 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is suitable for gaming and 3D tasks as it has an Nvidia RTX 3050 graphics card, which is powerful for such use, while the Gateway 14.1" with its Intel UHD Graphics 600 is significantly less capable, affecting its performance in these areas. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates, but the GPU plays a much more vital role in gaming and 3D performance, hence impacting the Gateway's ability to handle such tasks well.
Engineering and Design
8.1
5.5
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
5.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17's powerful AMD Ryzen 9 processor, ample RAM, and dedicated Nvidia RTX graphics make it well-suited for engineering and design tasks, while its high-quality IPS screen supports precise color work. In contrast, the Gateway 14.1" has a basic Intel Celeron processor, less RAM, and integrated graphics, which are less capable of handling demanding engineering applications and multitasking efficiently.
Content Creation
8.2
5.8
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 is very 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
7.9
5.8
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
32.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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
7.2
6.0
17.3in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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 Pro 17 offers a high-resolution display that is bright and clear, making it suitable for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work where color accuracy is key. However, its screen may not have the high refresh rate desired for smooth gameplay and fast-moving 3D visuals, which gamers prioritize. On the other hand, the Gateway 14.1" provides a fair balance of screen quality suitable for both general use and technical tasks, but like the ASUS, it falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to its limited refresh rate.
Portability
Good
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.1in
5.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 14.1" has very good portability, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
5.1
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 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
$1,500
$99
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has a price of $1,500 and the Gateway 14.1" costs $99.
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Key similarities
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 has 9 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.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 and the Gateway 14.1" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Pro 17 | Gateway 14.1" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $99 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.74'' | 13.1'' x 8.8'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.18 lbs | 3.35 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 13.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.18" | 8.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 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 | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 14.1" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 208 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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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