The Gateway 14.1" is considerably more affordable and more suited if you're conscious about budget and need a device for basic tasks, thanks to its Intel Celeron processor and basic graphics. It's relatively lightweight, which makes it more portable. However, the Lenovo V15, with a more powerful AMD Ryzen processor and higher graphics capability, is typically priced higher and is better for more demanding applications like photo editing, multitasking, and casual gaming. It also offers more storage and memory, which are essential for smoother performance. While the Lenovo V15 has a slightly larger screen, the Gateway offers an IPS display, typically providing better color and viewing angles than the Lenovo's TN panel. In terms of battery life, neither stands out significantly over the other. Choose the Gateway for simple tasks and saving money or the Lenovo for better performance in more intensive tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
Very good portability
Advantages of the Lenovo V15
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
208.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Lenovo V15 is good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" laptop has a lower-end processor, less RAM, and its battery capacity is not specified, which implies potential shortcomings in performance and battery life for general use, while the Lenovo V15 features a more powerful processor, greater RAM, and a definite battery capacity, suggesting better overall performance and battery longevity.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Lenovo V15 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" has an Intel Celeron processor with basic integrated graphics, making it less suitable for gaming and 3D applications, while the Lenovo V15's AMD Ryzen processor includes a Vega 7 GPU, providing fair capability for such tasks. Additionally, both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, but the Lenovo’s better CPU and GPU make it more appropriate for gaming and 3D purposes.
Engineering and Design
5.5/10
6.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo V15 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" is less suitable for engineering and design use due to its lower-quality processor, less RAM, and weaker integrated graphics, which limit performance in CPU/GPU-intensive tasks, even though it has a slightly better screen than the Lenovo V15. Conversely, the Lenovo V15, while not top-of-the-line, has a more capable processor, more RAM, and a more powerful integrated graphics unit, offering better overall performance for such tasks despite a lower quality screen and slight tradeoffs in portability and keyboard quality.
Content Creation
5.8/10
7.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Lenovo V15 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
7.1/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo V15 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
5.4/10
14.1in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
208.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The Gateway 14.1" has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo V15 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The Gateway 14.1" offers a balance of resolution and brightness suited for everyday tasks, but its limited color range and lower refresh rate might not satisfy professional design applications or provide the smooth visuals gamers seek. The Lenovo V15, with lower screen quality, may result in less vibrant images and strain in longer use sessions, impacting all users, especially those needing precision for engineering and less immersive gaming experiences due to its lower refresh rate. Overall, the Gateway seems to provide a better visual experience for most users despite neither laptop being optimal for specialized engineering or high-frame-rate gaming.
Build Quality
5.1/10
6.7/10
The Lenovo V15 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
$579
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Gateway 14.1" has a price of $99 and the Lenovo V15 costs $579.
"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."
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
Get a great deal on the Gateway 14.1" or the Lenovo V15
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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