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Updated March 13, 2024·
If you prioritize saving money and only need basic functionality, the Gateway 14.1" can be a sensible choice, as it typically costs less than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and offers the essentials for everyday tasks like web browsing and word processing. However, if you require higher performance for tasks like video editing, gaming, or running complex software, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is a superior option, offering better speed and efficiency, though at a higher price point. The ThinkBook also generally has a more robust build quality, a sharper display, and a longer battery life, making it a worthwhile investment for those who need a more capable and durable machine. Additionally, it's more portable due to its compact size, which could be a significant advantage if you frequently travel or work on the go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
- The Gateway 14.1" has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6
7.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
208.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 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 Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" may fall short in everyday performance and multitasking due to less powerful CPU and less RAM, leading to a sluggish experience, while its inferior screen quality and battery life might detract from portability and overall usability. Conversely, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x offers a strong CPU and ample RAM, ensuring smoother operation for daily tasks, with a higher quality display for clearer visuals and better battery life for mobile usage, although it might come at a higher price.
Gaming and AI
5.4
6.6
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" has a less capable GPU and a lower screen refresh rate, making it less suited for gaming and 3D applications that demand quick and smooth graphics rendering. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while not a gaming powerhouse, has a better GPU and screen refresh rate, providing a more adequate experience for gaming and 3D tasks but still lacking compared to specialized gaming laptops.
Engineering and Design
5.5
7.9
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Gateway 14.1" offers lower computing power and has less RAM, making it less suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks, whereas the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is equipped with a more powerful CPU, higher RAM, and a better GPU, which are crucial for such applications and also provides a higher-quality screen. Although the Gateway is lighter and might be more portable, the ThinkBook's superior keyboard and quieter operation make it a more comfortable choice for extended use in engineering and design environments.
Content Creation
5.8
8.0
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
7.9
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
8.2
14.1in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
208.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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" offers an average display that is adequate for everyday tasks due to acceptable resolution and brightness but may disappoint in engineering and design as it lacks the wide color coverage essential for precise work, and it falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to a lower refresh rate which limits smooth motion. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x boasts a high-quality display with superior resolution and brightness, making it excellent for both general use and engineering tasks where the higher color accuracy enhances detailed work, although gamers and 3D designers may find the lack of a high refresh rate limiting for their fast-paced, visually intensive requirements. In both cases, while the screens are capable for certain tasks, professionals in engineering, design, and gaming might seek specialized displays tailored to their high-performance needs.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.1in
SIZE
13.5in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
7.6
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
$1,399
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Gateway 14.1" has a price of $99 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
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Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Gateway 14.1" has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has 8 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.
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How the Gateway 14.1" and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Gateway 14.1" | Lenovo ThinkBook 13x |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$99 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | January 30, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.1'' x 8.8'' x 0.75'' | 11.6'' x 8.1'' x 0.5'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.35 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.1" | 11.6" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.78" | 8.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | Unknown | 74 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.1" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 208 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.1/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 5.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Allen Ngo | September 2021
"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."
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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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