The Gateway 11.6" is a budget-friendly option that is lightweight and very portable, making it ideal for basic tasks like web browsing and office applications. However, it has less storage, memory, and a lower performance processor compared to the LG Ultra 16. On the other hand, the LG Ultra 16 costs more but provides significantly better performance for demanding tasks like engineering and 3D work with its higher-end processor and more memory and storage. It also has a larger, higher-resolution display and longer battery life, though it is heavier and less portable than the Gateway. If you need a machine for advanced tasks and prefer better screen quality, the LG is the better choice; otherwise, for everyday use and saving money, the Gateway might suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
Excellent portability
Advantages of the LG Ultra 16
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Excellent battery life
Good speakers
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
270.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
17.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
9.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The LG Ultra 16 is good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" offers limited performance due to its basic Intel Celeron processor and 4 GB of RAM, making it less suitable for multitasking and demanding applications, whereas the LG Ultra 16 boasts a more robust AMD Ryzen 7 processor with 16 GB of RAM, providing smooth operation across a variety of tasks. Additionally, the LG Ultra 16's superior screen quality, with a higher resolution, better brightness, and larger screen size, enhances viewing and productivity, while its longer battery life ensures greater mobility and convenience compared to the Gateway 11.6".
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
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
10.0/10
The LG Ultra 16 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
5.4/10
7.0/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The LG Ultra 16 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Ultra 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
6.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The LG Ultra 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
6.2/10
11.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
The LG Ultra 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" offers a display that might seem inadequate due to its lower resolution and brightness, affecting the clarity and visibility which are key for general tasks, leading to a less pleasant viewing experience for both work and leisure. When it comes to engineering and design, it lacks the color accuracy and range required by professionals for precise visual work, making it a less suitable choice. For gaming and 3D environments, the absence of a high refresh rate alongside modest resolution and panel technology may result in less fluid motion and image quality, detracting from the immersive experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
17.0 Hours
The Gateway 11.6" has 8 hours of battery life. The LG Ultra 16 has 17 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
Good
11.6in
SIZE
16.0in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the LG Ultra 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
6.5/10
The LG Ultra 16 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
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Gateway 11.6" has a price of $89 and the LG Ultra 16 costs $1,000.
"Unlike the gram, the Ultra PC isn't designed to be as lightweight as possible. The 16-inch laptop is a whole 400 g (0.88 lb) heavier than its 16-inch gram counterpart partly because its chassis is not made of magnesium. Other than that, the Ultra PC seems like a copy of the gram – but with longer battery life, lower noise levels, and a clean, delicate look."
Get a great deal on the Gateway 11.6" or the LG Ultra 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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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