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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Gateway 11.6" is a budget-friendly, highly portable option with basic performance suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and word processing. In contrast, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is a midrange-priced laptop with much better performance for demanding tasks like 3D rendering and engineering software, benefiting from more storage, better screen resolution, higher battery capacity, and a touchscreen display. The HP is also suited for intensive uses but is less portable and more expensive than the Gateway. If price is your primary concern and your needs are basic, consider the Gateway; if you require more robust performance and features, the HP Dragonfly Pro may be worth the investment. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
- Excellent portability
Advantages of the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
- Very good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6
8.0
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
405.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is very good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" provides a basic usage experience due to its lower-tier CPU, minimal RAM, and basic screen quality, alongside an excellent portability rating but unknown battery life, which could limit prolonged unplugged use. In contrast, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" boasts a robust CPU, ample RAM, and superior screen quality, combined with very good portability and a notable battery life, ensuring both high performance and convenience for general use.
Gaming and AI
5.4
6.5
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" offers limited gaming and 3D performance due to its basic Intel Celeron processor and Intel UHD Graphics 600, which are not suitable for demanding tasks. In contrast, the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" provides fair gaming capabilities because it features a more powerful AMD Ryzen 7 processor and AMD Radeon 680M graphics, both of which are more adept at handling games and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
5.4
7.6
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" has a lower-tier Intel Celeron processor, less RAM, and a weaker GPU than the HP Dragonfly Pro 14", making it less suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks which require significant processing power and graphics performance.
Content Creation
5.7
7.9
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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
7.8
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is 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
5.7
7.1
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
405.0 nits
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" 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 size and lower resolution limit its display appeal across various tasks, while the HP Dragonfly Pro's larger, brighter, and higher resolution screen offers clearer and more vibrant images for general use and design work, making it easier on the eyes and better for precise tasks. However, lacking a wide color gamut, the HP's display might not render colors as accurately for professional engineering and design applications that require true-to-life color representation. For gaming and 3D work, the HP falls short due to its standard refresh rate, which can't match the smoother visuals and responsiveness preferred by gamers and 3D professionals.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Gateway 11.6" has 8 hours of battery life. The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has 10 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
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
8.5
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very 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
$89
$1,400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Gateway 11.6" has a price of $89 and the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" costs $1,400.
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How the Gateway 11.6" and the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gateway 11.6" | HP Dragonfly Pro 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$89 | $1,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | July 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | 12.4'' x 8.8'' x 0.72'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.6 lbs | 3.42 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11" | 12.39" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.5" | 8.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | AMD Ryzen 7 7736U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | Unknown | 64.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 11.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 405 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 8.5/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 5.3/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 9.6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1440p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 0 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 3 | |
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Brendan Nystedt | March 2023
"I’d say that the HP Dragonfly Pro checks off most of the boxes for this freelancer. It feels nice to use, is zippy and responsive, has great speakers, and even has a relatively sane price. Although it’s an unorthodox choice to pick AMD for this kind of machine, it’s clear that when Ryzen is given a chance to shine, it can kick a lot of butt."
Get a great deal on the Gateway 11.6" or the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
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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