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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Gateway 15.6" model is more expensive, but with that cost comes increased storage and memory, a much more powerful processor, and superior integrated graphics capabilities, making it better suited for demanding tasks and applications. It offers a screen with a traditional aspect ratio and size that is common for many users. On the other hand, the Jumper 16" Laptop is less expensive and offers a larger screen with a slightly taller aspect ratio which can be better for reading or web browsing. It has less storage and memory, and the processor and graphics are less powerful, making it more suited for basic tasks and light usage. Its lighter weight makes it more portable than the Gateway. Both come with different versions of Windows, with the Jumper offering the newer version. If you're looking for performance and can handle a bit more weight and size, the Gateway might be worth the extra cost. If you're prioritizing budget and portability for light tasks, the Jumper could be sufficient. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 15.6"
- Good for general use
- Good for content creation
Advantages of the Jumper 16" Laptop
- The Jumper 16" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Gateway 15.6".
Key differences
General Use
7.0
5.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.4/10
The Gateway 15.6" is good for general use, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Gateway 15.6" laptop is preferred for general use over the Jumper 16" Laptop due to a combination of a better CPU and more RAM, which contribute significantly to overall performance, as well as portability and longer battery life. Furthermore, the Gateway has a higher screen quality, which enhances the user experience for various tasks, whereas the Jumper is hindered by its lower performance components and subpar battery life.
Engineering and Design
6.2
5.6
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Gateway 15.6" is only fair for engineering and design, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Gateway 15.6" offers a stronger CPU and more RAM, which are critical for engineering and design software, while the Jumper 16" Laptop's Intel Celeron processor and lower RAM may struggle with such demanding tasks. Additionally, the Gateway's screen has a full HD resolution and is powered by an Intel Iris Xe GPU, capable of handling more graphics-intensive work than the Jumper's lower-tier Intel UHD Graphics.
Content Creation
7.0
5.9
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gateway 15.6" is good for content creation, while the Jumper 16" Laptop 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
6.7
6.0
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Gateway 15.6" and Jumper 16" Laptop are both only fair for software development, though the Gateway 15.6" is somewhat better.
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
6.1
6.3
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Gateway 15.6" has a better screen than the Jumper 16" Laptop for software development, and content creation, while the Jumper 16" Laptop has a better screen for general use, and engineering and design.
The Gateway and Jumper laptops' screens provide adequate clarity and resolution suitable for daily tasks like browsing and document editing, but their limited brightness may not offer the best experience in brightly lit environments. Their fair color gamut coverage is passable for engineering and design work, but professionals might miss the richer color fidelity required for precise projects. Gamers and 3D artists will find the screen lacking due to the low refresh rate, which can lead to less smooth visuals and slower response times, hindering the performance in fast-paced scenarios and detailed 3D rendering.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Gateway 15.6" has 8 hours of battery life. The Jumper 16" Laptop has 7 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.
Cost
$600
$230
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Gateway 15.6" has a price of $600 and the Jumper 16" Laptop costs $230.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.0
5.6
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gateway 15.6" to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Jumper 16" Laptop is poor.
The Gateway 15.6" offers better gaming and 3D performance due to its superior GPU in the form of Intel Iris Xe graphics, which is more capable than the Intel UHD Graphics 600 found in the Jumper 16" Laptop. Additionally, the Gateway's more powerful Intel i5 processor contributes to its fair performance, contrasting with the Jumper's Intel Celeron which is less suited for demanding tasks.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Jumper 16" Laptop and Gateway 15.6" both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
5.1
The Gateway 15.6" and Jumper 16" Laptop both have poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Gateway 15.6" and the Jumper 16" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gateway 15.6" | Jumper 16" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $230 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.8'' x 9.5'' x 0.77'' | 16.4'' x 9.6'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.8 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.75" | 16.4" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.5" | 9.56" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1135G7 | Intel Celeron J4105 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | Unknown | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 5.3/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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 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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