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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell XPS 13 offers substantially better performance with its Intel i7 processor and is better suited for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering. It has a more compact and premium build, more RAM, and larger storage, making it ideal for intensive work and multitasking. Its portability is excellent with higher battery life and a lighter build, and it features a backlit keyboard. In contrast, the Gateway 14.1" has a budget-friendly price and an adequate processor for basic tasks. It's heavier with likely less battery life and is more suited for general use rather than performance-heavy tasks. The Gateway also has less storage and RAM, which may limit performance and multitasking capabilities. If cost is a concern and your tasks are basic, consider the Gateway, but for better overall performance and a higher-quality build, the Dell XPS 13 is the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 13
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 14.1"
- The Gateway 14.1" has no clear advantages over the Dell XPS 13.
Key differences
General Use
7.7
5.6
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
442.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell XPS 13 is good for general use, while the Gateway 14.1" 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.
Gaming and AI
6.2
5.4
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1200
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
The Dell XPS 13 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Dell XPS 13 offers fair performance for gaming and 3D tasks as it has a more capable integrated Iris Xe GPU compared to the Gateway 14.1", which has a basic Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU leading to poor gaming and 3D performance. Also, the Dell has a higher quality screen and more powerful processor, which contribute to its better suitability for these tasks, while the Gateway's inferior screen and less powerful Celeron processor hold it back in these areas.
Engineering and Design
7.2
5.5
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Dell XPS 13 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 14.1" is poor.
The Dell XPS 13 offers a powerful Intel i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, and advanced Iris Xe graphics suitable for engineering applications, along with a high-quality screen featuring excellent color accuracy and brightness. In contrast, the Gateway 14.1" has a less capable Intel Celeron processor, only 4GB of RAM, and basic UHD Graphics 600, with a dimmer screen and lower color quality, which limits its performance and suitability for engineering tasks.
Content Creation
7.7
5.8
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 13 is good for content creation, while the Gateway 14.1" 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
7.5
5.8
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
The Dell XPS 13 is good for software development, while the Gateway 14.1" 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
7.2
6.0
13.4in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
442.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
208.0 nits
The Dell XPS 13 has a better screen than the Gateway 14.1" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Dell XPS 13 boasts a higher resolution and brighter display, enhancing clarity and visibility for everyday tasks and detailed work in engineering, but its standard refresh rate limits gaming and 3D performance. The Gateway 14.1" offers balanced performance for general use and engineering with its fair screen, but similar to the Dell, its refresh rate is not optimal for high-end gaming or fluid 3D modeling. Both laptops, while capable in other areas, lack the high refresh rates sought by gamers and professionals working with 3D graphics, which are essential for smooth visuals and responsiveness in these applications.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 13 has 10 hours of battery life. The Gateway 14.1" 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
Excellent
Very Good
13.4in
SIZE
14.1in
2.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.3 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell XPS 13 has excellent portability, while the Gateway 14.1" has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
5.1
The Dell XPS 13 has very good build quality, while the Gateway 14.1" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$850
$99
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell XPS 13 has a price of $850 and the Gateway 14.1" costs $99.
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How the Dell XPS 13 and the Gateway 14.1" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 13 | Gateway 14.1" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$850 | $99 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.6'' x 7.9'' x 0.55'' | 13.1'' x 8.8'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.59 lbs | 3.35 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.63" | 13.1" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.86" | 8.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1250U | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.4" | 14.1" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 442 nits | 208 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 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 | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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The Verge
Monica Chen | April 2023
"In the past, the XPS 13 was a hands-down contender for the best laptop on the market. But the Apple-silicon MacBook has since barrelled onto the scene, and it wipes the floor with most of the ultraportable Windows laptops that cross my desk on a daily basis. This XPS is no exception. Compared to the M2 MacBook Air, battery life is worse."
Gateway 14.1"
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Allen Ngo | September 2021
"The Gateway Ultra Slim 14" is surprisingly quiet with long battery life. The inexpensive Gateway excels at maximizing performance per dollar with lots of RAM and storage, super-quiet fan, and a long battery life. It can even house up to two M.2 SSDs which we weren't expecting from such a cheap system. However, the iffy reliability of the keyboard and USB-C port on our test unit means users should double-check for these potential issues immediately after purchasing."
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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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