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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize a more affordable option and a more compact form factor for improved portability, choose the Dell Latitude 14 7490. It's less expensive and lighter, making it easier to carry around. However, if you prefer slightly improved graphics performance for casual gaming or video streaming and don't mind a larger, heavier laptop, the Gateway 15.6" could be a good fit, although it comes at a higher cost. Neither laptop is designed for intensive 3D work or engineering applications, but both are suitable for general use, such as browsing the internet, office productivity, and media consumption. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 14 7490
- 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 14 7490.
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.7
6.1
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a better screen than the Gateway 15.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell Latitude, with its superior color gamut, caters well to engineering and design needs by providing a more accurate color representation which is essential for precise design work. For general use, the comparative advantages of the Dell's better resolution and brightness make for a more comfortable viewing experience during everyday tasks like browsing and document editing. However, the lack of a high refresh rate on both laptops makes them less ideal for gaming and 3D applications, which require smoother motion to enhance the visual experience.
Battery
9.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has 9.5 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 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 14 7490 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
$300
$600
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 has a price of $300 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
305.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and Gateway 15.6" are both good for general use.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is suited for general use with its efficient Intel i7 processor, ample RAM, and an IPS screen with good brightness and color coverage, coupled with its reliable battery life and very good portability. Meanwhile, the Gateway 15.6" offers similar RAM and a newer generation Intel i5 processor with capable integrated graphics, but with a larger screen size that's not as bright or color-accurate, and the laptop itself is larger and heavier which may affect portability despite a decent battery life.
Gaming and AI
5.9
6.0
3.5/10
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
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gateway 15.6" to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Dell Latitude 14 7490 is poor.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 is equipped with an Intel UHD Graphics 620 GPU and a screen refresh rate of 60 Hz, which provides a basic level of gaming and 3D capabilities. Similarly, the Gateway 15.6" features an Intel Iris Xe GPU with the same screen refresh rate of 60 Hz, offering a comparable level of performance for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.5
6.2
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Dell Latitude 14 7490 offers a better screen with stronger color coverage and brightness, contributing positively to design tasks, whereas the Gateway 15.6" sports an Intel Iris Xe GPU which provides stronger graphics performance for engineering work but has a screen with lower color accuracy and brightness. While both laptops have similar CPU and RAM configurations that are fair for engineering and design, the Dell has a more portable design with a higher build and keyboard quality, making it suitable for professionals on the go, but the Gateway, despite being heavier, includes more modern GPU performance suitable for certain engineering applications.
Content Creation
7.3
7.0
3.8/10
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 14 7490 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
3.8/10
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
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell Latitude 14 7490 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.
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How the Dell Latitude 14 7490 and the Gateway 15.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 14 7490 | Gateway 15.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$300 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2018 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13'' x 8.7'' x 0.8'' | 14.8'' x 9.5'' x 0.77'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.11 lbs | 4.8 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13" | 14.75" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.7" | 9.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-8650U | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60 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 | 305 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 | 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 | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
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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Dell Latitude 14 7490
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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."
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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