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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you are looking for a laptop with better performance for intensive tasks like engineering or 3D modelling, the Dell XPS 15 offers a more powerful processor and graphics unit, but comes at a higher price compared to the Gateway 15.6". The XPS 15 also provides superior screen quality in terms of color accuracy, which is beneficial for tasks that require color precision such as photo editing. On the other hand, the Gateway is more affordable, though it has a less powerful processor and graphics. The Dell XPS 15 does not excel in portability but offers a solid build quality, whereas the Gateway, while slightly less portable, is a more budget-friendly option for general use. Both laptops have the same amount of storage and RAM, but if your tasks demand high performance and color accuracy, the Dell XPS 15 is the preferred choice, whereas the Gateway is more suitable for less demanding general use and tighter budgets. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Gateway 15.6"
- The Gateway 15.6" has no clear advantages over the Dell XPS 15.
Key differences
General Use
8.2
7.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
606.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
5.3/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for general use, while the Gateway 15.6" is good.
The Dell XPS 15 offers superior general use capabilities thanks to its powerful Intel i7 processor, high-quality IPS screen with higher brightness, larger battery capacity, and efficient heat management; however, it may be less portable due to its slightly higher weight compared to the Gateway 15.6". The Gateway, while still good for general use, has a lower-tier Intel i5 processor and less screen brightness, as well as lower build quality and speaker sound, but offers a slight edge in portability due to its lighter weight.
Gaming and AI
6.8
6.0
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Dell XPS 15 and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Dell XPS 15 is somewhat better.
The Dell XPS 15 has a superior Intel Arc A370M GPU and a brighter, more color-accurate screen, which provides a more immersive gaming and 3D experience compared to the Gateway 15.6", which uses an integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and has a screen with lower brightness and color coverage. While both have the same screen refresh rate, the Dell's higher-performance GPU and CPU are more suited for demanding tasks such as gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.1
6.2
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell XPS 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 15.6" is only fair.
The Dell XPS 15, with its tenacious CPU and advanced GPU, is equipped for intensive tasks like engineering design, bolstered by exceptional screen quality and vivid color reproduction. In contrast, the Gateway 15.6" falls short with a less robust CPU and an integrated GPU, compromising performance and visual fidelity which, while adequate, may be insufficient for complex engineering simulations or intensive graphic work.
Content Creation
8.3
7.0
9.0/10
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 XPS 15 is very good for content creation, while the Gateway 15.6" is good.
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
8.1
6.7
9.0/10
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 XPS 15 is very 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
7.4
6.1
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
606.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Dell XPS 15 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 XPS 15 boasts a high-resolution display and superior brightness, enhancing the clarity and detail necessary for general use and engineering tasks, while also offering wide color gamut coverage that benefits professional design work. However, its lower refresh rate hinders the gaming and 3D experiences where fluid motion is crucial. In contrast, the Gateway 15.6" offers acceptable screen resolution and brightness for everyday tasks and casual design work, but lacks the advanced color accuracy and high refresh rate required for specialized engineering software and immersive gaming experiences.
Battery
10.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 15 has 10 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.
Build Quality
8.5
5.1
The Dell XPS 15 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
$1,000
$600
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Dell XPS 15 has a price of $1,000 and the Gateway 15.6" costs $600.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell XPS 15 and Gateway 15.6" both have good portability.
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How the Dell XPS 15 and the Gateway 15.6" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 15 | Gateway 15.6" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | 14.8'' x 9.5'' x 0.77'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.21 lbs | 4.8 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.57" | 14.75" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.06" | 9.5" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | 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 | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 86 Wh | Unknown | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 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 | 606 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.1/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 5.3/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 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 | 3 | 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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Dell XPS 15
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Matthew Buzzi | May 2023
"The 2023 Dell XPS 15 is more or less exactly what you'd expect from the company flagship. Its fresh components deliver measurably superior power and longevity, while the machine's premium build and design remain intact. It may not be overly exciting, but XPS loyalists and upgraders should be more than happy."
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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