The Gateway 11.6" is priced much lower and is more portable due to its smaller size and lower weight, making it suitable for basic tasks and general use. It has a simpler processor and less storage and memory, so it's not ideal for demanding applications. The Lenovo LOQ 16, while more expensive and larger, offers significantly better performance with a more powerful processor, a dedicated graphics card, and more memory and storage. This makes it suitable for 3D rendering, machine learning, engineering tasks, and gaming, but it is less portable and has a shorter battery life. Consider your primary needs: basic tasks go for Gateway, intensive tasks go for Lenovo. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
Excellent portability
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 16
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.3/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16 is good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" has a simpler CPU and less RAM, leading to slower performance and diminished ability to multitask compared to the Lenovo LOQ 16, which has a more powerful CPU and more RAM, providing smoother operation for various tasks. Additionally, the smaller screen and potentially lower battery life of the Gateway may not be as satisfactory for prolonged use as the Lenovo, which likely offers better display quality and longer battery life, enhancing the overall user experience for general use.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
7.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" laptop, with its limited GPU capabilities and lower screen refresh rate, isn't suited for demanding tasks like gaming and 3D rendering, whereas the Lenovo LOQ 16, equipped with a superior GPU and higher refresh rate display, handles these tasks effectively. Additionally, while the Gateway's CPU and screen quality may suffice for everyday tasks, the Lenovo's more powerful processor and better screen quality significantly enhance performance and visual experience for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
5.4/10
7.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo LOQ 16 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" falls short for engineering and design uses due to its basic Intel Celeron processor, limited 4 GB of RAM, and lower-tier Intel UHD Graphics, paired with a modest 11.6-inch, lower-resolution screen that does not support a wide color gamut, all of which are outperformed by the Lenovo LOQ 16's robust AMD Ryzen processor, ample 16 GB of RAM, high-end Nvidia RTX graphics, and a 15-inch, higher-resolution screen with superior color coverage and brightness. While the Gateway excels in portability due to its smaller size and lightweight nature, the Lenovo provides a more advanced keyboard, better thermal management, and though it's less portable due to its larger size and heavier weight, these features make it much more apt for demanding engineering tasks.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo LOQ 16 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
7.5/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16 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
7.2/10
11.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Lenovo LOQ 16 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 11.6" likely has a lower resolution and reduced brightness, which affects clarity and viewability, making it less suitable for any use that involves prolonged screen time. For engineering and design, where color accuracy is crucial, the Lenovo LOQ 16 may offer higher color gamut coverage ensuring that professionals see truer colors, but its refresh rate may not be high enough to appeal to gamers or 3D modelers who need fluid motion. High refresh rates, essential for gaming and 3D applications, ensure smoother visuals and less motion blur, which the Gateway 11.6" probably lacks due to its general-purpose design.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Gateway 11.6" has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 16 has 6 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
Fair
11.6in
SIZE
16.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.4/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16 has 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
$670
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Gateway 11.6" has a price of $89 and the Lenovo LOQ 16 costs $670.
"Gaming laptops with an RTX 4060 are available starting from about 1,000 Euros (~$1,060), even in 16-inch format. For the supposedly affordable Lenovo LOQ 16 (1,500 Euros, ~$1,591), the manufacturer particularly saves in the equipment and materials compared to the more expensive Legion series. In addition, the LOQ is slightly heavier and more bulky. What remains is anything but a laptop full of difficult compromises. Instead, this is a more than solid gaming laptop that focusses on the 3D performance.Q is slightly heavier and more bulky."
Get a great deal on the Gateway 11.6" or the Lenovo LOQ 16
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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