The Gateway 14.1" is more budget-friendly and lighter, suitable for basic tasks like web browsing, document editing, and online classes; however, it has limited storage, less RAM, and lower performance due to its less powerful processor and integrated graphics. The Lenovo LOQ 15, on the other hand, costs more but offers significantly better performance for demanding tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming due to its superior processor, dedicated graphics card, and higher RAM. It also has a larger screen with a higher refresh rate, which is good for fast-paced content but is less portable due to its heavier weight. The Lenovo has a shorter battery life, so it's less ideal if you need to work on the go without frequent charging. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 15
Good for general use
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
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
208.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.6/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 is good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" has a less powerful Intel Celeron processor and only 4 GB of RAM, which makes it less suitable for demanding tasks, and its poor keyboard quality and very good operating noise might not appeal to all users. In contrast, the Lenovo LOQ 15 is equipped with a more robust AMD Ryzen processor and 16 GB of RAM, offering better performance for a variety of tasks, complemented by very good keyboard and speaker quality, although it is slightly less portable due to being heavier.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
7.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" 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
5.5/10
7.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo LOQ 15 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" has a less powerful Intel Celeron processor and Intel UHD Graphics, which are not suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks, unlike the Lenovo LOQ 15 which boasts a high-performance AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU, enabling intensive computational and graphical work. Additionally, the Lenovo offers more RAM for multitasking and a higher-quality display, factors that greatly enhance productivity in engineering and design applications.
Content Creation
5.8/10
7.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo LOQ 15 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
7.5/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 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
7.1/10
14.1in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
208.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Lenovo LOQ 15 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 Gateway's screen may not be as sharp or vibrant due to lower resolution and brightness, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 provides a clearer, brighter display, enhancing everyday tasks. For engineering and design, the Lenovo likely offers wider color ranges with better DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB coverage, essential for accuracy in visual projects, an area where the Gateway may lack. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops may fall short as they don't prioritize high refresh rates, which are key to smooth visuals and responsiveness in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Gateway 14.1" has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 15 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
Fair
14.1in
SIZE
15.6in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Gateway 14.1" has very good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.4/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 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
$1,179
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Gateway 14.1" has a price of $99 and the Lenovo LOQ 15 costs $1,179.
"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."
"Even after a short time with the LOQ 15, you'll find it has a lot going for it, but ultimately it's just "good"—not quite a star. The performance is respectable for the hardware it’s running, but Lenovo had to make some design sacrifices to trim the price. One of the better aspects is the keyboard, making it one of the better low-cost gaming laptops to actually put your hands on."
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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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