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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 offers more storage and a smaller, slightly more portable design compared to the Gateway 15.6", which has a larger screen but less storage capacity. The Dell uses an AMD Ryzen processor and comes with a touchscreen, making it ideal for multitasking and interactive tasks. The Gateway, powered by an Intel processor, lacks a touchscreen but has a larger display, which could be preferable for extensive media consumption or productivity tasks. If you need more portability and interact with your device directly, consider the Dell; for a bigger screen and potentially lower cost, the Gateway might be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 15.6"
- The Gateway 15.6" has no clear advantages over the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435.
Key differences
General Use
7.8
7.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
216.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Gateway 15.6" are both good for general use, though the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Engineering and Design
7.1
6.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 15.6" is only fair.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 is better suited for engineering and design due to its higher storage capacity, powerful AMD Ryzen CPU with Vega 8 graphics, and screen with higher pixel density and aspect ratio, which provides clearer and more detailed visuals. In contrast, the Gateway 15.6" has less storage, a less powerful Intel i5 CPU with integrated graphics, and a lower screen pixel density, making it less optimal for engineering tasks which often demand robust computing power and detailed displays.
Content Creation
7.6
7.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Gateway 15.6" are both good for content creation, though the Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 is somewhat better.
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
7.4
6.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 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
6.1
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
216.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a better screen than the Gateway 15.6" for software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the Dell Inspiron and the Gateway have screens that offer enough clarity and brightness for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming, but they lack the resolution that would make them stand out for sharpness or detail. When it comes to engineering and design, these laptops may not fully meet the needs of professionals since they don't cover a wide range of colors, which is crucial for accuracy in detailed visual work. As for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates of these laptops can lead to less smooth visuals, which can be a disadvantage for fast-paced games or rendering 3D graphics where fluid motion is important.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has very good portability, while the Gateway 15.6" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
5.1
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 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
$779
$100
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has a price of $779 and the Gateway 15.6" costs $100.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.3
6.0
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Inspiron 14 7435 and the Gateway 15.6" both provide fair gaming and 3D performance primarily because they have integrated GPUs—the Dell with AMD Vega 8 and the Gateway with Intel Iris Xe— which suffice for casual gaming, but are not as powerful as dedicated gaming GPUs. Additionally, both have a 60Hz screen refresh rate, which is acceptable for casual gaming but not ideal for fast-paced games that benefit from higher refresh rates; moreover, their screen quality and CPUs further support fair performance but not to the extent of specialized gaming hardware.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 has 8 hours of battery life. The Gateway 15.6" 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 Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 and the Gateway 15.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Inpsiron 14 7435 | Gateway 15.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$779 | $100 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 8.9'' x 0.73'' | 14.8'' x 9.5'' x 0.77'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.48 lbs | 4.8 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.36" | 14.75" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.92" | 9.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 54 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 216 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
Shopping
Dell Inpsiron 14 7435
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PCMag
Eric Grevstad | August 2023
"We see no shame in an economy laptop missing the four-star mark. Frankly, we considered giving the Inspiron 14 2-in-1 three-and-a-half stars for its low price, competitive performance, and long battery life. Unfortunately, working with a screen that can't deliver at least 300 nits of brightness is simply no fun to the point of detrimental. Still, if you're looking for a convertible laptop on a tight budget, it's worth keeping an eye on Dell's sales and discounts. That Lavender Blue model is fairly tempting."
Gateway 15.6"
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Francisco Lahoz | July 2022
"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."
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About Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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.
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