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Updated January 12, 2024·

Given your consideration of cost, the Gateway 11.6" laptop offers a budget-friendly option compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14", which typically comes at a higher price. Both models feature similar processors and graphics, showing that their overall performance may not differ dramatically. However, the larger screen size of the Lenovo could enhance your viewing and user experience, which can be significant for tasks involving multiple applications or content consumption. The tradeoff is in their respective sizes and likely portability; the Gateway, being smaller, should be easier to carry around. It is also noteworthy that the IdeaPad may have a slightly better battery life, providing more use time away from a power outlet. Consider the size and screen importance versus cost and portability when making your choice. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
  • Excellent portability
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
  • The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has no clear advantages over the Gateway 11.6".

Key differences

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Software Development

5.7
11.6"
IdeaPad 1 14"
6.4
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
4.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair for software development, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.

Screen Quality

5.7
11.6"
IdeaPad 1 14"
5.3
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
The Gateway 11.6" has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a better screen for content creation, and software development.

Portability

Excellent
11.6"
IdeaPad 1 14"
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 Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.

Build Quality

5.1
11.6"
IdeaPad 1 14"
6.0
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has only fair build quality, while the Gateway 11.6" has poor build quality.

Cost

$89
11.6"
IdeaPad 1 14"
$160
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$100

$150

$200

$250

The Gateway 11.6" has a price of $89 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" costs $160.
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Key similarities

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General Use

5.6
11.6"
IdeaPad 1 14"
6.1
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
9.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" to be only fair for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.

Gaming and AI

5.4
11.6"
IdeaPad 1 14"
5.5
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" and Gateway 11.6" are both poor for gaming and AI.

Engineering and Design

5.4
11.6"
IdeaPad 1 14"
5.5
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" and Gateway 11.6" are both poor for engineering and design.

Content Creation

5.7
11.6"
IdeaPad 1 14"
6.2
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
4.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" to be only fair for content creation, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.

Battery

8.0 Hours
11.6"
IdeaPad 1 14"
9.0 Hours
The Gateway 11.6" has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has 9 hours of battery life.

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How the Gateway 11.6" and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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Gateway 11.6"Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
Gateway 11.6"Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"

GENERAL

Price
$89
$160
Release Date
August 1, 2021January 1, 2022
Overall Dimensions
11'' x 7.5'' x 0.7''12.9'' x 9.3'' x 0.7''
Weight
2.6 lbs3.09 lbs
Width
11"12.88"
Depth
7.5"9.25"

INTERNAL

Processor
Intel Celeron N4020Intel Celeron N4020
RAM
4 GB4 GB
DDR Memory Version
44
RAM Slots
00
Storage
64 GB64 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
8 Hours9 Hours
Battery Capacity
Unknown32 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
11.6"14"
Display Technology
IPSTN
Resolution
1366 x 7681366 x 768
Refresh Rate
60Hz60Hz
Display Brightness
200 nits239 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
5.1/106/10
Portability Score
9.2/108.3/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
NoNo
Premium Business Laptop
NoNo
Fan Noise Score
7/1010/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
5.3/106.5/10
Speaker Quality Score
6/106/10
Webcam
720p720p
Fingerprint Reader
NoNo
Backlit Keyboard
NoNo
Number Pad
NoNo

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
22
USB-C ports
01
USB-C Charging
NoNo
Display Outputs
11
Thunderbolt Ports
00

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Tom Brant | August 2021
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."

Get a great deal on the Gateway 11.6" or the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 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 Lenovo

Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.

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