For general use with a focus on affordability, the Gateway 14.1" offers a budget price, but comes with limited storage and lower performance due to its Intel Celeron processor and basic integrated graphics. If you need a laptop for more intensive engineering tasks, 3D rendering, or machine learning, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a much higher price but provides significant advantages with its Intel i7 processor, Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics, and more RAM and storage. The IdeaPad also boasts a larger, higher resolution screen with a higher refresh rate, which can be beneficial for creative work. However, the Gateway's lighter weight makes it more portable, while the IdeaPad, though featuring a better build quality and a backlit keyboard, is heavier and less suited to long periods of use on the go. The Gateway has a longer battery life, making it preferable for travel or situations where frequent charging isn't possible. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
208.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" has a basic Intel Celeron processor and 4GB of RAM, which can struggle with multitasking, whereas the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i sports a powerful Intel i7 processor with 16GB of RAM, allowing for smooth operation across various applications. Additionally, the Lenovo offers superior screen quality with higher resolution and brightness, a larger battery, better build quality, and robust heat management, factors that enhance the user experience for general use compared to the Gateway.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
7.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" laptop's poor gaming performance stems from its basic Intel UHD Graphics 600 and a 60Hz screen refresh rate, which are not suitable for demanding 3D tasks or gaming. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i excels in these areas with its Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card and higher 120Hz screen refresh rate, enabling smoother visuals and better handling of graphics-intensive applications.
Engineering and Design
5.5/10
8.1/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is very good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" 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
5.8/10
7.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is 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
5.8/10
7.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is 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
6.0/10
7.8/10
14.1in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
208.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a better screen than the Gateway 14.1" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i's superior resolution and brightness offer clearer and more vibrant viewing experiences than the Gateway 14.1", making it a better choice for everyday tasks such as browsing and video streaming. When it comes to engineering and design work, the IdeaPad Pro 5i's wider color gamuts ensure more accurate color reproduction, which is essential for professional photo editing and graphic design. However, for gamers and those into 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to their inadequate refresh rates, although the Lenovo may perform somewhat better due to its higher resolution and better panel technology.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Gateway 14.1" has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has 6 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
Good
14.1in
SIZE
16.0in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 14.1" has very good portability, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.6/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has 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
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Gateway 14.1" has a price of $99 and the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i costs $1,500.
"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’s IdeaPad Pro 5i represents an impressive opening salvo for Meteor Lake in the ultraportable space against familiar foes from AMD and Apple. Not only does the Core Ultra 5 125H processor provide good performance across the board, but battery life remains a strong point against the Acer Swift Edge 16 with its AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor. It can’t quite match the endurance of the 15-inch MacBook Pro, but the gap is shrinking."
Get a great deal on the Gateway 14.1" or the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
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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