When choosing between the Gateway 14.1" and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, consider the following: the Gateway may offer basic functionality and sufficient performance for everyday tasks at a lower cost, making it a budget-friendly option. However, the MSI Prestige provides stronger performance and additional features that are helpful for demanding applications like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming. The MSI will likely have a better build quality and display, but will be more expensive. If portability and battery life are a priority, the MSI Prestige's more compact and efficient design may be beneficial, but keep in mind this comes at a higher price point. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
The Gateway 14.1" has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
208.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" may fall short in meeting the very important needs of general users because its CPU and RAM may not offer the quick, smooth performance that the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo provides, which also boasts a superior screen and longer battery life for extended use without charging. Additionally, the MSI's emphasis on portability with its compact build, coupled with effective heat management and lower operating noise, makes it a more comfortable and reliable choice for everyday tasks than the Gateway.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" may not provide an optimal gaming and 3D experience because it likely has a less powerful GPU and lower screen refresh rate than the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, which is key for smooth visuals in high-speed scenes. Furthermore, the MSI model, with a higher-quality CPU and better screen quality, can handle demanding applications and provide clearer images, further enhancing its suitability for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.5/10
7.8/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" falls short for engineering and design tasks due to a less powerful CPU, less RAM, and an inferior GPU, which are crucial for the demanding software used in those fields, while also having a lower screen quality that impacts the visual clarity needed for detailed work. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers a robust CPU, ample RAM, and a superior GPU, ensuring smooth operation of intensive applications, coupled with a high-quality screen, and while it's more portable with a better keyboard, its speakers and operating noise are adequate but not exceptional.
Content Creation
5.8/10
8.0/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is very 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
8.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
208.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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 MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers better screen quality due to higher resolution and brightness, making text sharper and content more vibrant, which can be less straining on the eyes than the Gateway 14.1". In engineering and design, the MSI's display covers a wider range of colors with better adherence to professional color standards, important for accurate color rendering and detailed work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to lower refresh rates, which can result in less smooth motion and slower response times compared to displays optimized for these tasks.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Gateway 14.1" has a price of $99 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
"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."
Get a great deal on the Gateway 14.1" or the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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