For a budget-friendly option, the Gateway 14.1" offers a larger screen and is a bit heavier, suitable for basic tasks with moderate use. It has limited storage and memory which could slow down with many applications or tabs open. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, while more expensive, provides a much higher-quality OLED touchscreen, better performance with more storage and memory, and is lighter, enhancing its portability. It excels in general use, 3D/machine learning tasks, and engineering work. The Samsung also has better battery life, making it ideal for longer use away from power outlets. Consider your budget and if portability, performance, or price is your priority. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
The Gateway 14.1" has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
208.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" offers less power for general tasks due to its lower-end Intel Celeron processor and only 4GB of RAM, along with a lower-quality keyboard which impacts user experience, whereas the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 boasts a higher-end Intel i7 processor with 16GB RAM for smooth performance, and superior keyboard and speaker quality which enhances usability.
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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
9.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" has less suitable hardware for gaming with its basic Intel Celeron CPU and UHD Graphics 600 GPU, leading to poor gaming and 3D performance, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 offers better capability in these areas with a more advanced Intel i7 CPU and Iris Xe graphics, but with both having comparable refresh rates which are standard for non-gaming specific laptops.
Engineering and Design
5.5/10
7.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
5.8/10
7.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
7.4/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
208.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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" likely has a basic screen that provides enough clarity and brightness for everyday tasks, but may lack the wider color gamut needed for precise engineering and design work, and it doesn't have the high refresh rate required for smooth rendering in gaming and 3D applications. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, with its superior screen, offers better resolution and brightness for all-round use, and it has a wider color gamut which is crucial for accurate color representation in engineering and design, yet it still falls short for gaming and 3D because of a lower refresh rate. Thus, while both laptops might serve well for general use and design tasks, neither is ideal for gaming or 3D work due to their screens not supporting the high refresh rates that these activities typically require.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.1in
SIZE
13.3in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has excellent portability, while the Gateway 14.1" has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
7.8/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
$800
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Gateway 14.1" has a price of $99 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs $800.
"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."
"Samsung gets all the basics right with the Book2 360. Its convertible design works well in both laptop and tablet modes, yet still manages to be highly portable, with impressive battery life and eye-catching AMOLED display. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 measures just 12.9mm thick and weighs 1.16kg, making it one of the most affordable ultra-portables currently available. It’s sturdily built too, so it can cope with life on the road."
Get a great deal on the Gateway 14.1" or the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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