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Updated January 10, 2024·
When choosing between the Dell Latitude 5430 and the Gateway 15.6", consider the following: the Dell is typically more expensive but comes with a higher quality keyboard, better heat management, fan noise control, and is lighter, making it more portable. The Gateway, while usually less expensive, offers more storage, more RAM, and a larger screen, but it is heavier and scores lower in terms of webcam, speaker, and build quality. The Dell could better suit professionals looking for portability and build, while the Gateway may appeal to those needing more computing resources and screen real estate for tasks like content consumption and less demanding productivity work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5430
- Good for software development
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 15.6"
- The Gateway 15.6" has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5430.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.1
6.1
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
248.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a better screen than the Gateway 15.6" for software development.
For general use, both the Dell Latitude 5430 and the Gateway 15.6" provide an adequate viewing experience due to their serviceable panel type, resolution, and brightness, which are essential for tasks like browsing and document editing. In the context of engineering and design, however, their screen quality is only fair because they lack the wide color gamuts needed for accurate color work in applications like photo editing or CAD. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates of these laptops' displays hinder their ability to deliver the smooth visuals preferred by gamers or professionals working with fast-moving graphics.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5430 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 Latitude 5430 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
$790
$600
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Dell Latitude 5430 has a price of $790 and the Gateway 15.6" costs $600.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
248.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 and Gateway 15.6" are both good for general use.
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.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.0
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5430 and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5430 and the Gateway 15.6" are considered fair for gaming and 3D since both have integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, which can handle lighter gaming and 3D tasks but may not perform well with more demanding games and applications. Additionally, both laptops feature 60Hz IPS screens, which offer good color reproduction and viewing angles for general use but lack the higher refresh rates preferred for fast-paced gaming experiences.
Engineering and Design
6.5
6.2
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5430 and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 5430 and Gateway 15.6" laptops are suited for engineering and design tasks largely because they are equipped with capable Intel CPUs and integrated Iris Xe graphics sufficient for less demanding work in this field; however, they may not handle highly intensive tasks well due to the absence of dedicated GPUs and more moderate RAM. The Dell offers greater portability with a lighter weight and smaller dimensions, while the Gateway provides a larger screen and more storage space, but these factors may not be as critical as CPU, RAM, and GPU when considering engineering and design needs.
Content Creation
7.2
7.0
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5430 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.
Software Development
7.1
6.7
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 5430 to be 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5430 has 9 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5430 | Gateway 15.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$790 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.76'' | 14.8'' x 9.5'' x 0.77'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.01 lbs | 4.8 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 14.75" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 9.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 58 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 248 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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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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