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Updated January 12, 2024·
If budget is a major concern and you're looking for the more affordable option, the Gateway 14.1" laptop is typically less expensive and includes an IPS display with a higher resolution, which means better color and viewing angles compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"'s TN panel with a lower resolution. However, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" runs Windows 11 Home, potentially offering a more current operating system experience compared to the Gateway's Windows 10S. Both laptops use the same processor and have similar battery life, so performance for everyday tasks should be comparable, but for tasks like watching videos or working with images, the Gateway's display might provide a more enjoyable experience. Keep in mind, the Lenovo IdeaPad might offer a smaller footprint and lighter weight, which could make a difference if portability is a key factor for you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
- The Gateway 14.1" has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14".
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
- The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has no clear advantages over the Gateway 14.1".
Key differences
Software Development
5.8
6.4
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
4.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair 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
5.3
14.1in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
208.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
The Gateway 14.1" has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Gateway’s screen likely offers acceptable clarity, color, and brightness, which are less prominent on the Lenovo IdeaPad, making visual tasks less sharp and vivid. Engineering and design work require precise color representation and a wider color range, which the Gateway moderately supports, while the Lenovo falls short in delivering the necessary color accuracy and spectrum. When it comes to 3D and gaming, a high refresh rate is crucial to reduce motion blur and improve fluidity; the Gateway does not excel but is tolerable, whereas the Lenovo's lower refresh rate leads to less smooth visuals during fast-paced scenes.
Build Quality
5.1
6.0
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has only fair 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
$160
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
The Gateway 14.1" has a price of $99 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" costs $160.
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Key similarities
General Use
5.6
6.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
208.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" to be only fair for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" laptop has very limited RAM and an Intel Celeron processor, which are major drawbacks for performance in general use, coupled with a poor battery life which affects its portability, despite having an adequate IPS screen with higher resolution. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14", while slightly more portable due to better battery life, also suffers from performance issues with identical RAM and CPU limitations, and the lower-quality TN display provides inferior screen quality for general tasks.
Gaming and AI
5.4
5.5
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" and Gateway 14.1" are both poor for gaming and AI.
The Gateway 14.1" and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" are poor choices for gaming and 3D applications because both use the same basic GPU, the Intel UHD Graphics 600, which lacks the power for demanding graphics tasks, and both have a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is not ideal for smooth gaming visuals. Additionally, while factors like CPU performance and screen quality are also important for a good gaming experience, both laptops share a low-powered Intel Celeron N4020 processor and neither has a high-quality display, contributing further to their unsuitability for gaming and 3D needs.
Engineering and Design
5.5
5.5
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" and Gateway 14.1" are both poor for engineering and design.
The Gateway 14.1" and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" are unsuitable for engineering and design due to their Intel Celeron N4020 processors, which offer limited performance, and their basic Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPUs that are inadequate for intensive graphics tasks. With only 4GB of RAM and entry-level screen quality, they lack the power and visual clarity needed for such demanding workloads.
Content Creation
5.8
6.2
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
4.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" to be only fair 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Gateway 14.1" has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 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
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" and Gateway 14.1" both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Gateway 14.1" and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gateway 14.1" | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$99 | $160 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.1'' x 8.8'' x 0.75'' | 12.9'' x 9.3'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.35 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.1" | 12.88" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.78" | 9.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | Unknown | 32 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.1" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 208 nits | 239 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 5.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Shopping
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."
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
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PCMag
Tom Brant | August 2021
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
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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 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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