The Gateway 14.1" is significantly more budget-friendly than the Lenovo LOQ 16 and has an advantage in portability due to its lighter weight. It's sufficient for basic tasks like browsing and office applications. On the other hand, the Lenovo LOQ 16, while more expensive and heavier, offers far superior performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering software with its higher RAM, better processor, and advanced graphics card. It also has a higher-quality display with a taller screen aspect ratio and a faster refresh rate, which translates to better viewing and gaming experiences. If you require a laptop for demanding applications and can handle the extra weight and cost, the Lenovo LOQ 16 is recommended. If you prioritize budget and portability for general use, the Gateway is a suitable choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 16
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 1200
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
6.3/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16 is good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" is less suited for general use due to its weaker CPU and lesser RAM, which may slow down multitasking, coupled with a lower-quality keyboard and poorer heat management that affects comfort and performance. In contrast, the Lenovo LOQ 16, with its more powerful CPU, greater RAM, and higher-quality keyboard, provides a smoother and more comfortable user experience for everyday tasks, despite its slightly heavier build affecting portability and shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
7.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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 16 is good for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" lacks gaming and 3D rendering prowess due to its basic Intel UHD Graphics 600, paired with a modest Intel Celeron processor and a 60Hz screen, whereas the Lenovo LOQ 16 excels with its superior Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card, higher-end AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, and a higher 144Hz refresh rate screen which are crucial for smooth and detailed gameplay and 3D tasks.
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 16 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" has lower performance due to its basic Intel Celeron processor and Intel UHD Graphics, which are inadequate for demanding engineering software or design work, in addition to only 4GB of RAM and a standard 1080p screen. In contrast, the Lenovo LOQ 16 is equipped with a more powerful AMD Ryzen processor, Nvidia RTX GPU, and 16GB of RAM, along with a higher quality display, making it well suited for complex engineering tasks 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 1200
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo LOQ 16 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 1200
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16 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
7.2/10
14.1in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
208.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Lenovo LOQ 16 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" provides a satisfactory experience for general users with its resolution and screen brightness, but it may fall short for engineers and designers who need wider color gamut for precision in their work. The Lenovo LOQ 16 offers both better resolution and color representation, making it a solid choice for general use and demanding creative tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth visuals are key, both laptops may disappoint due to lower refresh rates.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Gateway 14.1" has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 16 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
16.0in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Gateway 14.1" has very good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.4/10
The Lenovo LOQ 16 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
$670
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Gateway 14.1" has a price of $99 and the Lenovo LOQ 16 costs $670.
"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."
"Gaming laptops with an RTX 4060 are available starting from about 1,000 Euros (~$1,060), even in 16-inch format. For the supposedly affordable Lenovo LOQ 16 (1,500 Euros, ~$1,591), the manufacturer particularly saves in the equipment and materials compared to the more expensive Legion series. In addition, the LOQ is slightly heavier and more bulky. What remains is anything but a laptop full of difficult compromises. Instead, this is a more than solid gaming laptop that focusses on the 3D performance.Q is slightly heavier and more bulky."
Get a great deal on the Gateway 14.1" or the Lenovo LOQ 16
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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