The Gateway 11.6" is a budget-friendly option that's significantly less expensive than the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo. It has modest specs suitable for basic tasks like web browsing and document editing. However, its lower-resolution screen and limited storage might not meet the needs of those who require more for multitasking or media work. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers a higher-resolution touchscreen that can be used as a laptop or tablet, more storage and memory, and a more powerful processor suitable for intensive tasks and multitasking. It also has a higher build quality and features like a backlit keyboard. The tradeoff comes in the cost, as it's much more expensive, and it's heavier, which impacts portability. Consider the MSI if you need higher performance and versatility, and the Gateway if you're looking for an affordable option for lighter use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
Excellent portability
Advantages of the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" has limited performance due to its basic Intel Celeron processor and low RAM, and a lower-quality display which affects general use negatively, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo boasts a powerful Intel i7 processor, ample RAM, and a high-resolution screen, enhancing general computing experiences significantly.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" has a less capable Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and a lower resolution screen, making it poor for gaming and 3D tasks, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo's more powerful Iris Xe graphics and higher resolution display allow for fair gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
5.4/10
7.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Gateway 11.6" has a lower-end processor, less memory, and basic graphics, making it less suited for demanding engineering and design applications, while its smaller and lower resolution screen limits design work. Conversely, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo offers a high-end processor, ample memory, and superior integrated graphics, accompanied by a high-resolution screen, making it well-equipped for engineering and design tasks.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.8/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo 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
7.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo 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
7.7/10
11.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
468.0 nits
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo 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 dimmer display, making it less suitable for general use where reading text and viewing images are common activities. For engineering and design, its limited color coverage fails to deliver the precise hues required for professional graphic work. On the other hand, the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo, with its higher resolution and brighter display, offers crisp and vibrant visuals for general use and design tasks, but its lower refresh rate may not provide the smooth visuals desired for high-paced 3D gaming environments.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Gateway 11.6" has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has 7 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
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.4/10
The MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo 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
$1,563
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Gateway 11.6" has a price of $89 and the MSI Summit E14 Flip Evo costs $1,563.
"The MSI Summit E14 Flip convertible review: a legit alternative to HP, Dell or Lenovo. Instead of taking the 13-inch Summit E13 Flip and simply enlarging it for a 14-inch form factor, the Summit E14 Flip is the full chassis redesign we've been looking for. It loses some of the golden trims of its smaller sibling, but the gains in rigidity and build quality are arguably worth it especially from a professional standpoint where reliability takes priority. It doesn't quite feel as strong as the HP Spectre just yet, but it's certainly getting close."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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