Choosing between the Gateway 11.6" and Lenovo V15 laptops depends on your needs. The Gateway 11.6" is much less expensive and highly portable due to its smaller size, which may be suitable if you prioritize budget and mobility. On the other hand, the Lenovo V15, while typically costing more, offers significantly more storage space and a larger screen size, which could be better for productivity and multimedia consumption. Additionally, the Lenovo has a more powerful processor, which means improved performance for tasks like multitasking or more demanding applications. Consider also that the Lenovo V15 comes with Windows 11 Pro, offering features that could benefit more advanced users or professionals. If long battery life is important to you, keep in mind that the Gateway's smaller form factor may contribute to lesser battery life compared to the Lenovo. Consider these factors to decide which laptop aligns with your priorities in terms of price, performance, battery life, and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
Excellent portability
Advantages of the Lenovo V15
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.3/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
9.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Lenovo V15 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 limited RAM and less powerful Intel Celeron N4020 processor, which may struggle with multitasking and demanding applications when compared to the Lenovo V15's more robust AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor and higher RAM capacity, better accommodating modern software demands.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.1/10
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 Lenovo V15 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" has an Intel Celeron N4020 processor with Intel UHD Graphics 600 that lacks the power for sophisticated gaming and 3D applications, while the Lenovo V15, equipped with an AMD Ryzen 5 5500U and its Vega 7 graphics, offers moderately better capability for such tasks. Though both laptops have a max screen refresh rate of 60Hz, the Lenovo V15's superior CPU and integrated graphics make it more suitable for gaming and 3D use compared to the Gateway 11.6".
Engineering and Design
5.4/10
6.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo V15 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" has a less powerful Intel Celeron processor, less RAM, and a lower quality integrated graphics chip, which limits its ability to handle engineering and design tasks effectively, while its excellent portability and good keyboard quality are overshadowed by its deficient performance specs for such use.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Lenovo V15 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
7.1/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo V15 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
5.4/10
11.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The Gateway 11.6" has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo V15 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The Gateway 11.6" and Lenovo V15 have screens that fall short in resolution and brightness, making them less suitable for general use where reading text and viewing media demand clarity and comfort. For engineering and design tasks, these laptops lack extensive color range coverage essential for precision in color-critical work. And for gaming and 3D applications, the absence of high refresh rates combined with modest resolution and panel technology can lead to less fluid and engaging visuals.
Portability
Excellent
Good
11.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the Lenovo V15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
6.7/10
The Lenovo V15 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
$579
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Gateway 11.6" has a price of $89 and the Lenovo V15 costs $579.
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
Get a great deal on the Gateway 11.6" or the Lenovo V15
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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