The Gateway 15.6" offers a larger screen and a numeric pad on the keyboard, which can be practical for data entry, while being more affordable, but it is heavier and thicker, making it less portable. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, on the other hand, is more expensive and has a smaller, higher-resolution display that is touch-enabled and boasts better brightness and color precision, making it suitable for detailed visual work. It is also notably lighter and slimmer, which enhances portability for frequent travelers or those who carry their laptop often. Both have similar storage and memory, but the Lenovo is positioned as a premium business laptop with additional features like facial recognition and a backlit keyboard. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 15.6"
The Gateway 15.6" has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.2/10
6.7/10
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for engineering and design, though the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is somewhat better.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga offers better performance for engineering and design tasks with a higher screen resolution and better screen color quality, making it suitable for detail-oriented work, while the Gateway 15.6" has lower screen resolution and color quality which might not be as optimal for such tasks. Additionally, the ThinkPad's superior portability, keyboard, and speaker quality, as well as lower operating noise, provide a more comfortable user experience, whereas the Gateway may feel bulkier and less premium in comparison.
Software Development
6.7/10
7.3/10
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is good for software development, while the Gateway 15.6" is only fair.
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
6.1/10
7.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
451.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has a better screen than the Gateway 15.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga's higher resolution and brightness provide crisper images and better visibility in various lighting conditions. In engineering and design tasks, the ThinkPad's screen displays a wider range of colors accurately, which is crucial for precise work requiring color fidelity. However, for gaming and 3D purposes, both laptops fall short as they lack the high refresh rates needed for smooth motion rendering and fast-paced visuals.
Portability
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.4in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has excellent portability, while the Gateway 15.6" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has very good build quality, while the Gateway 15.6" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$380
$725
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Gateway 15.6" has a price of $380 and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga costs $725.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga and Gateway 15.6" are both good for general use.
The Gateway 15.6" offers a larger screen and decent portability for general use, but has a lower screen resolution and quality compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, which also adds the flexibility of a 2-in-1 convertible design, offering a higher resolution display and superior portability with its smaller size and lighter weight. While both have the same CPU and RAM, making them sufficiently powerful for everyday tasks, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga's better display, lighter build, and battery life make it more suited for on-the-go use despite potentially being a higher investment.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.1/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Gateway 15.6" and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga are both considered fair for gaming and 3D due to their integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics which offer modest performance suitable for lighter gaming and graphic tasks, but not for high-end gaming or intensive 3D applications. Moreover, both laptops have a screen refresh rate of 60Hz which is standard for smooth visuals in general use, but gamers seeking high refresh rates for competitive gaming might find it less appealing.
Content Creation
7.0/10
7.3/10
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga and Gateway 15.6" are both good for content creation.
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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Gateway 15.6" has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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 15.6" and the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga compare to other laptops
"Some concessions have to be made when shopping for a budget laptop. Walmart's Gateway Ultra Slim laptops succeeds on the affordability front and delivers serviceable specs and good battery life, though it's hard to claim it's the best (or even particularly good) at any particular aspect. Its build quality, especially the touchpad, is mediocre, and its performance is decent but doesn't lead the way. The Gateway does undercut the cost of some competitors and offers ample storage with good connectivity, so it's not to be ignored."
"The ThinkPad X1 Titanium is a showcase of what Lenovo thinks business computing will look like in the near future. People want thinner, lighter laptops with high-quality screens and enough computing power to get their work done. The X1 Titanium achieves these goals with some controversial but innovative design choices, including a redesigned keyboard and a pared-down port selection."
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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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