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Updated March 21, 2024·
When deciding between the Gateway 14.1" and the HP Spectre x360 14, consider that the Gateway offers a budget-friendly option suitable for general use and basic tasks, with an expected compromise on build quality and performance. On the other hand, the HP Spectre x360 14 comes at a higher price, but provides a premium experience with a more robust build, higher performance for demanding applications, a versatile 2-in-1 design, better display quality, and longer battery life, which is ideal for professionals, creative users, and those who require a machine for more intensive tasks. Choose the Gateway if affordability is your top priority and your needs are basic; select the HP Spectre if you're seeking a high-end laptop with flexibility for a range of more demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
- The Gateway 14.1" has no clear advantages over the HP Spectre x360 14.
Advantages of the HP Spectre x360 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6
8.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
208.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" offers lower processing power and less memory, leading to slower multitasking and performance issues for demanding applications, whereas the HP Spectre x360 14 provides a more robust CPU and greater RAM, enhancing overall speed and efficiency for a variety of tasks. Additionally, the Spectre boasts superior screen quality, longer battery life, and is more portable than the Gateway, further supporting a more satisfying general use experience, while also offering better storage options, a higher quality keyboard, and more effective heat management, contributing to its advantage over the Gateway.
Gaming and AI
5.4
6.8
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" may struggle with gaming and 3D tasks due to a less powerful GPU and a lower screen refresh rate, which can lead to less fluid visuals and reduced gaming performance. In contrast, the HP Spectre x360 14, with a better GPU and higher screen refresh rate, offers improved gaming and 3D capability, although it may not match high-end gaming laptops, it still provides a fair experience, supported by a decent CPU and good screen quality.
Engineering and Design
5.5
8.4
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" has less powerful CPU, RAM, and GPU, and lower screen quality compared to the HP Spectre x360 14, making it less suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks that require high performance and detailed visuals. While the Gateway may be more portable and quieter, the HP Spectre offers a better overall experience for these professional applications with its higher-quality keyboard, speaker system, and build quality enhancing long work sessions.
Content Creation
5.8
8.7
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for content creation, while the Gateway 14.1" 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
5.8
8.4
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 is very good for software development, while the Gateway 14.1" 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
6.0
8.6
14.1in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
208.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 14 has a better screen than the Gateway 14.1" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Gateway 14.1" laptop has a display that meets basic needs with its resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks, but the limited color coverage may not satisfy engineering and design needs for precise color work. The HP Spectre x360 14 offers a higher quality display that excels in resolution, brightness, and color gamut coverage which is important for engineering and design applications, ensuring more accurate and vibrant color reproduction. However, both laptops lack high refresh rates, thus falling short for 3D applications and gaming where smoother motion and quicker response times are crucial for optimal experience.
Build Quality
5.1
8.5
The HP Spectre x360 14 has very good build quality, while the Gateway 14.1" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$99
$1,630
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Gateway 14.1" has a price of $99 and the HP Spectre x360 14 costs $1,630.
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Key similarities
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Gateway 14.1" has 8 hours of battery life. The HP Spectre x360 14 has 9 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
Very Good
Very Good
14.1in
SIZE
14.0in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The HP Spectre x360 14 and Gateway 14.1" both have very good portability.
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How the Gateway 14.1" and the HP Spectre x360 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Gateway 14.1" | HP Spectre x360 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$99 | $1,630 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | January 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.1'' x 8.8'' x 0.75'' | 12.4'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.35 lbs | 3.45 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.1" | 12.35" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.78" | 8.68" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | Unknown | 68 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.1" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 208 nits | 384 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 5.3/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 9.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 2160p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Gateway 14.1"
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Allen Ngo | September 2021
"The Gateway Ultra Slim 14" is surprisingly quiet with long battery life. The inexpensive Gateway excels at maximizing performance per dollar with lots of RAM and storage, super-quiet fan, and a long battery life. It can even house up to two M.2 SSDs which we weren't expecting from such a cheap system. However, the iffy reliability of the keyboard and USB-C port on our test unit means users should double-check for these potential issues immediately after purchasing."
HP Spectre x360 14
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Rami Tabari | February 2024
"The numbers don’t lie — the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is a star, and a hell of a one at that. From performance to battery life, this machine is a dream. But why didn’t I give it a perfect score? Well, I wish the display performed better and that there were more ports to go around. If you’re itching for someone a little cheaper that offers a brighter display and significantly more battery life, I can only recommend the MacBook Pro 14 as a suitable substitute. Otherwise, the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is the perfect choice for those who want a reliable premium laptop."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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