If you're on a budget, the Gateway 11.6" is less expensive and offers basic performance suitable for simple tasks like web browsing and document editing, but it has limited storage and memory, which could be a concern for multitasking and storage needs. The HP EliteBook 845 G9, while pricier, provides substantially better performance with more memory and storage, making it well-suited for demanding tasks, engineering work, and multitasking. It also offers a higher resolution for a sharper display and is built as a premium business laptop with additional features like more ports and a backlit keyboard, which may improve the overall user experience. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
Excellent portability
Advantages of the HP EliteBook 845 G9
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
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
402.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
9.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" is less suitable for general use due to its lower-end CPU, minimal RAM, and lesser screen quality, making it less capable of handling multitasking and offering a less vibrant display. In contrast, the HP EliteBook 845 G9 provides robust performance with its superior processor and ample RAM, along with a higher-quality screen which enhances visual experience, while also offering better portability and battery life, making it a reliable choice for a variety of applications.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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
8.0/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" has an entry-level Intel Celeron processor with Intel UHD Graphics 600, which are not suitable for demanding gaming and 3D tasks, and it has a standard refresh rate screen, which doesn't enhance gaming experiences. On the other hand, the HP EliteBook 845 G9 features a more powerful AMD Ryzen 5 CPU with AMD Radeon 660M graphics that can handle fair gaming and 3D applications, and while it also has a standard screen refresh rate, its overall higher-quality display and better processing capabilities make it more suitable for such tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.4/10
7.2/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" has a basic Intel Celeron processor, minimal RAM, and an entry-level integrated GPU suitable for basic tasks, but these specs fall short for engineering and design software that require robust performance, thus making the HP EliteBook 845 G9, with its much more powerful AMD Ryzen processor, ample RAM, and advanced integrated Radeon GPU, the preferred choice for such professions; additionally, the EliteBook's superior screen quality enhances the experience for design work. While the Gateway is lighter and more portable, the HP EliteBook tackles demanding tasks effectively, though at a trade-off of being slightly heavier and less portable.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 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
5.7/10
7.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.3/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 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
5.7/10
7.1/10
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
402.0 nits
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has a better screen than the Gateway 11.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
Choosing the Gateway 11.6" for any purpose would mean compromising on visual experience due to its lower resolution and limited brightness, making it less ideal for tasks where screen clarity is pivotal. The HP EliteBook 845 G9 offers a better display with higher resolution and brightness suitable for general use and professional design work, ensuring sharper images and more accurate colors, which are essential for precise engineering and design tasks. However, for gaming or 3D modeling, the EliteBook's display might not be as responsive as desired, as it likely lacks a high refresh rate which is crucial for smooth motion rendering and a competitive edge.
Battery
8.0 Hours
12.0 Hours
The Gateway 11.6" has 8 hours of battery life. The HP EliteBook 845 G9 has 12 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
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the HP EliteBook 845 G9 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
8.0/10
The HP EliteBook 845 G9 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
$740
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Gateway 11.6" has a price of $89 and the HP EliteBook 845 G9 costs $740.
"The high-end version of the HP EliteBook 845 G9 with a Ryzen 9 PRO 6950HS, 32GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD packs a lot of power, but is still quiet and cool enough to operate in noise-sensitive environments. Quiet, cool and drawing on a massive 40 watts from the APU at the same time, however, is not possible. The 14-incher only has a single-fan solution and it only just manages to keep an near unthrottled Ryzen 9 in check."
Get a great deal on the Gateway 11.6" or the HP EliteBook 845 G9
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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