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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize higher storage capacity, better performance for tasks like 3D rendering or engineering, and a sharper display, the HP 14" Laptop with its AMD Ryzen processor would be preferred, though it is less affordable and slightly heavier. However, if budget and portability are more critical to you, and you're using the laptop for general tasks, then the Gateway 11.6" offers a more budget-friendly option with a smaller, lighter form factor, but with less power and a lower resolution screen. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
- Excellent portability
Advantages of the HP 14" Laptop
- Good for content creation
Key differences
General Use
5.6
6.7
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
9.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The HP 14" Laptop is only fair for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" has a weaker CPU, half the RAM, a lower-resolution screen, and less storage compared to the HP 14", making it less capable for multitasking and productivity tasks. While both laptops offer decent portability, the HP 14" also features a better processor for handling more demanding applications and a higher-quality screen, contributing to its suitability for a wider range of general use cases.
Engineering and Design
5.4
6.0
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP 14" Laptop is only fair for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" laptop is limited in engineering and design use due to its basic Intel Celeron processor, minimal RAM, and inferior Intel UHD Graphics, all of which contribute to poor performance in demanding applications, complemented by a low-resolution screen that affects visual detail. Meanwhile, the HP 14" Laptop offers a more capable AMD Ryzen processor with better integrated graphics and double the RAM, alongside a higher-resolution screen, making it more suited for engineering tasks despite being heavier and less portable.
Content Creation
5.7
7.0
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP 14" Laptop 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
5.7
6.8
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP 14" Laptop is only fair 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
5.7
6.3
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The HP 14" Laptop has a better screen than the Gateway 11.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Gateway's smaller screen with lower resolution and brightness hampers visibility and clarity across all uses, while the HP's larger screen offers better resolution and brightness for general tasks and engineering, but still lacks the wide color gamut professionals need for precise color work. Neither laptop is ideal for gaming or 3D as they don't have the high refresh rates necessary for smooth playback, despite HP's moderate advantage in resolution and panel quality. Overall, for those prioritizing general use and some engineering work the HP offers a suitable compromise, but dedicated users in engineering, design, and gaming may need to seek higher-spec models.
Portability
Excellent
Very Good
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the HP 14" Laptop has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
6.0
The HP 14" Laptop has only fair 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
$89
$415
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
The Gateway 11.6" has a price of $89 and the HP 14" Laptop costs $415.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.4
5.8
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The HP 14" Laptop and Gateway 11.6" are both poor for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The Gateway 11.6" has 8 hours of battery life. The HP 14" Laptop has 8.5 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 Gateway 11.6" and the HP 14" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gateway 11.6" | HP 14" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$89 | $415 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | 12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.6 lbs | 3.22 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.5" | 8.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | Unknown | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 11.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.2/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 5.3/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 0 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Nicholas De Leon | October 2022
"This feels like an ideal laptop for someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of money on a laptop and isn’t too bothered by things like build quality or construction. It’s a laptop that will be used to pay bills, keep track of expenses, do some online shopping, and will be tucked away in a spare bedroom/home office. It’s an appliance designed to do a job without fuss. It’s not a premium experience—the materials do feel a little cheap, the display won’t exactly wow you, and the battery life is nothing to write home about, especially if you’ve used more expensive devices. But overall it’s not too shabby, especially for the price."
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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.
About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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