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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Latitude 5431 is a premium business laptop that's more expensive, offering a balance between performance and portability, suitable for engineering tasks with its better performance scores, and has a decent battery life. It's slightly lighter and thus more portable, also boasting better heat management and fan noise levels, but it has a smaller screen. The Gateway 15.6" is less expensive and might be a better choice for general use, with a larger screen, but it has lower performance scores compared to the Dell. It's heavier, which could affect portability, and while it does offer more storage, it may not be as well-suited for intensive tasks as the Dell. Both have similarly ranked keyboards, but the Gateway's build quality and heat management score a bit lower. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
- Good for software development
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 15.6"
- The Gateway 15.6" has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5431.
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.9
6.2
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for engineering and design, though the Dell Latitude 5431 is somewhat better.
The Dell Latitude 5431 is favored for engineering and design because it utilizes a more powerful Intel i5-1250P processor and its 14-inch IPS screen packs a higher pixel density, which translates to sharper images and text for intricate work.
Software Development
7.3
6.7
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The Dell Latitude 5431 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 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
241.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5431 has a better screen than the Gateway 15.6" for software development, and content creation.
For general use, screen characteristics like clarity, sharpness, and visibility in various lighting conditions are essential, and both the Dell Latitude 5431 and the Gateway 15.6" offer screens that meet these needs satisfactorily, but they may not stand out in terms of resolution or brightness. In the realm of engineering and design, professionals require screens that accurately represent a wide range of colors; while these laptops provide fair accuracy, they lack the advanced color gamut coverage that high-end professional monitors offer. When it comes to Gaming and 3D, a high refresh rate is crucial for smooth motion, and these laptops fall short, providing an experience that isn’t as fluid or responsive as models specifically geared towards gaming.
Portability
Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Gateway 15.6" both have good portability, though the Dell Latitude 5431 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
5.1
The Dell Latitude 5431 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
$950
$600
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Latitude 5431 has a price of $950 and the Gateway 15.6" costs $600.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
241.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Dell Latitude 5431 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
6.2
6.0
3.7/10
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 5431 and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 5431 and Gateway 15.6" laptops are both considered fair for gaming and 3D because they share integrated graphics solutions, with the Dell using an Intel i5-1250P Iris Xe and the Gateway also equipped with an Iris Xe coming from an Intel i5-1135G7 CPU, which provide sufficient but not top-tier gaming performance. Additionally, both have the same 60Hz screen refresh rate and similar IPS display quality, making them capable for moderate gaming but not ideal for high-end, fast-paced games that benefit from more advanced GPUs and higher refresh rates.
Content Creation
7.4
7.0
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 5431 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
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5431 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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How the Dell Latitude 5431 and the Gateway 15.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5431 | Gateway 15.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$950 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.96'' | 14.8'' x 9.5'' x 0.77'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.3 lbs | 4.8 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 14.75" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 9.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1250P | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 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 | 64 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 | 241 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 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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