We're flying HKG/x/EWR. I'm going to book award tickets in coach.

When I checked out the EVA 777 seat map on Seatguru, I noticed they have economy and elite seating. As Star Gold, will I be booked into the elite seating area? The pitch is 38" vs 33" in economy.

FYI, UA on the 777 offers 34", that's why I'd fly EVA if the 38" elite seat is available.