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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers higher performance and more features, making it suitable for more intensive tasks like engineering or heavy multitasking due to its better processor and increased memory. However, it's heavier and less portable than the Gateway 11.6", which may be a concern if you frequently travel with your laptop. The Gateway is more budget-friendly but has lower specs, meaning it's geared towards basic tasks like browsing and document editing. The Gateway’s smaller size makes it more portable, yet it has a lower resolution display and less power, which might not be suitable for demanding applications. If you prioritize performance and are willing to invest in a higher-end model, go for the Dell, but if portability and cost are key, the Gateway may be your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 11.6"
- Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
7.2
5.6
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
305.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.1/10
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is good for general use, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
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
6.5
5.4
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers better performance for engineering and design with a more powerful processor, substantial RAM, and a higher quality screen, which is crucial for demanding tasks and detailed work. Conversely, the Gateway 11.6" has a less capable CPU, less RAM, and an inferior screen, making it poorly suited for such intensive activities despite its excellent portability and good keyboard quality.
Content Creation
7.3
5.7
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is good for content creation, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
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
5.7
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is good for software development, while the Gateway 11.6" is poor.
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
6.7
5.7
14.0in
SIZE
11.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a better screen than the Gateway 11.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers a good balance of resolution and brightness appropriate for general tasks and engineering design work where clarity and color accuracy are important, but it falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to its lower refresh rate. The Gateway 11.6", with its limited resolution and lower brightness, struggles to provide an adequate viewing experience for general use and doesn't meet the color precision needed for detailed engineering and design tasks. Furthermore, its poor refresh rate makes it unsuitable for the demands of 3D applications where smooth motion and rapid on-screen changes are crucial.
Battery
9.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The Gateway 11.6" 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.
Portability
Very Good
Excellent
14.0in
SIZE
11.6in
3.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.6 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Gateway 11.6" has excellent portability, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
5.1
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has good build quality, while the Gateway 11.6" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$300
$89
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a price of $300 and the Gateway 11.6" costs $89.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.9
5.4
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and Gateway 11.6" are both poor for gaming and AI.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers a better graphics unit and a higher screen pixel density, thereby providing fair gaming and 3D performance, while the Gateway 11.6" has a less capable graphics unit and lower screen pixel density, making it poor for those tasks. Both have similar screen refresh rates, but the combination of a better GPU and screen quality is likely why the Dell Latitude outperforms the Gateway for gaming and 3D applications.
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How the Dell Latitude 14 7490 and the Gateway 11.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 14 7490 | Gateway 11.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $89 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2018 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8'' | 11'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.11 lbs | 2.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13" | 11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.7" | 7.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-8650U | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 11.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 305 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 9.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 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 | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 0 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 3 | N/A | |
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Henry T. Casey | April 2018
"The Dell Latitude 7490's got the speed you need (and then some), a keyboard that's comfortable enough for writing all day long and a battery that supports a full 8-hour workday. If only the display were brighter and it managed heat better. If you need every minute of battery life you can get, the extended-battery version of the Lenovo ThinkPad T480 lasts 8 hours longer than the Latitude 7490, but its display is much less colorful."
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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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