The Gateway 14.1" is less expensive and suitable for basic tasks given its Intel Celeron processor and lower-end graphics, while the MSI Raider GE66, with its significantly higher price, offers top-tier performance with an Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX graphics ideal for gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning. The Gateway is lighter and more portable; however, the MSI has superior build quality, a higher resolution display, and better overall performance for demanding applications. Consider the Gateway for cost-effective, light use and the MSI if you require powerful hardware for intensive tasks and gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE66
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
8.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
208.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" offers limited performance with a less powerful CPU and minimal RAM, which isn't ideal for multitasking or demanding applications, paired with a lower storage capacity and poor portability due to a weak battery life. On the other hand, the MSI Raider GE66 comes with a high-end CPU and substantial RAM that handles intensive tasks with ease, an exceptional screen quality for a clear display, a balance between portability with better battery life and heat management but at a heavier weight, making it well-suited for a wide range of general use demands.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
8.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.2/10
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" laptop's Intel Celeron processor and integrated Intel UHD Graphics are not designed for the high demands of gaming and 3D applications, making it less suitable for those tasks, also reflected in its standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE66 is equipped with a powerful Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card, complemented by a high 240Hz screen refresh rate, making it well-suited for intensive gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.5/10
8.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" with its Intel Celeron CPU and Intel UHD Graphics is inferior for engineering and design due to lackluster performance and lower RAM, making it struggle with complex tasks and software, while its display is decent but not exceptional in color accuracy or resolution. On the other hand, the MSI Raider GE66 boasts a powerful Intel i7 CPU, ample RAM, and an Nvidia RTX GPU, making it well-suited for demanding engineering applications, plus it has a superior display with high resolution and excellent color coverage, though it is heavier and less portable.
Content Creation
5.8/10
8.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE66 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
8.0/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Raider GE66 is very 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
8.4/10
14.1in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
208.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE66 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 might not be as vibrant or sharp due to its standard resolution and brightness levels, whereas the MSI Raider GE66 offers a higher resolution and brightness, making images and text more crisp and easier to see. In engineering and design, the MSI's superior color gamut coverage ensures that colors are more accurate and consistent, which is crucial for precise work, while the Gateway's fair screen quality indicates less accurate color representation. However, for 3D and gaming, the MSI may disappoint despite its high-quality panel and resolution due to a lower refresh rate, leading to less fluid motion, while the Gateway's poor screen rating suggests it's not suitable in these areas either, due to limitations in both refresh rate and overall screen capabilities.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Gateway 14.1" has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE66 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 MSI Raider GE66 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
8.5/10
The MSI Raider GE66 has very 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
$2,499
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Gateway 14.1" has a price of $99 and the MSI Raider GE66 costs $2,499.
"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 MSI Raider GE66 12UHS notebook passes with flying colors. The GE66 is a high-end notebook with strong performance. The keyboard and trackpad are still very good and score well with precise inputs as well as high build quality. Thanks to a new liquid metal cooling solution, the Intel Core i9 12900HK brings a performance increase of around 50 percent over the predecessor's Intel Core i9 10980HK. The installed graphics card in our device delivers up to 30 percent higher frame rates than the RTX 2070 Super in the MSI GE66 10SFS."
Get a great deal on the Gateway 14.1" or the MSI Raider GE66
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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