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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Precision 5470, being a premium business laptop with stronger performance and a more portable design, is better suited for intensive engineering tasks and professionals who need power on the go despite being more expensive. On the other hand, the Gateway 15.6" offers a larger screen and more storage at a lower price, making it suitable for general use, but it falls short in performance for demanding applications like 3D rendering or intensive computing tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Precision 5470
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 15.6"
- The Gateway 15.6" has no clear advantages over the Dell Precision 5470.
Key differences
General Use
7.7
7.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
500.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and Gateway 15.6" are both good for general use, though the Dell Precision 5470 is somewhat better.
The Dell Precision 5470 provides powerful performance with its Intel i7 processor and dedicated Nvidia graphics, high screen quality, and is highly portable due to its smaller screen and lighter weight, while the Gateway 15.6" offers more storage and a larger screen but compromises on CPU power and screen brightness which affects outdoor visibility and may not be as portable due to its larger size and heavier weight.
Gaming and AI
6.7
6.0
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Dell Precision 5470 is somewhat better.
The Dell Precision 5470 is better suited for gaming and 3D tasks due to its Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU, which is more powerful than the integrated graphics on the Gateway 15.6" laptop's Intel i5-1135G7 chip. Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, but the superior GPU on the Dell offers enhanced performance for graphics-intensive applications.
Engineering and Design
7.8
6.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Precision 5470 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 15.6" is only fair.
The Dell Precision 5470 is favored for engineering and design as it comes equipped with a powerful Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX A1000 graphics, enabling better performance in demanding software applications, while offering a higher screen quality with better brightness and color coverage. The Gateway 15.6" laptop, while more affordable, houses a less potent Intel i5 processor with integrated graphics and has a screen that lags behind in brightness and color accuracy, which may affect detailed design work, though it could be slightly more portable due to a larger screen.
Content Creation
7.8
7.0
9.1/10
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 Precision 5470 and Gateway 15.6" are both good for content creation, though the Dell Precision 5470 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
7.7
6.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The Dell Precision 5470 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
7.3
6.1
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
500.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Dell Precision 5470 has a better screen than the Gateway 15.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Dell Precision 5470 offers a sharper and brighter display that enhances the viewing experience, which is why it's considered good, while the Gateway's less sharp and dimmer display results in only fair screen quality. When it comes to engineering and design, the Dell's better representation of colors across different spectrums like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB makes it suitable for precision tasks, whereas the Gateway's fair screen quality may not display colors as accurately. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops' lower refresh rates make them less ideal, with the Dell maintaining a slight edge due to its generally higher-quality display characteristics.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good portability, while the Gateway 15.6" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
5.1
The Dell Precision 5470 has very 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
$1,669
$600
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Dell Precision 5470 has a price of $1,669 and the Gateway 15.6" costs $600.
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Battery
9.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell Precision 5470 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 Precision 5470 and the Gateway 15.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Precision 5470 | Gateway 15.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,669 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.2'' x 8.3'' x 0.74'' | 14.8'' x 9.5'' x 0.77'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.26 lbs | 4.8 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.22" | 14.75" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.27" | 9.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 72 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 | 500 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 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 | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 4 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 4 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Dell Precision 5470
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PCMag
Brian Westover | August 2022
"The Dell Precision 5470 is a mobile workstation that's far more portable than most alternatives. Between its slim 14-inch design and top-quality MIL-STD 810H build, it's one of the best options around for taking professional-grade performance on the road or to the job site. There are tradeoffs for its portability, and users of the most demanding, graphics-intensive applications will need to carry something heavier. But the Dell's exceptional battery life underscores its desirability as the most portable workstation we've seen."
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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