The Gateway 15.6" laptop has a stronger focus on graphics and processor performance, which might be especially beneficial if you're into tasks that require more computing power, like video editing or gaming. However, it's heavier, so it's less convenient to carry around. The Lenovo V15 is lighter and is equipped with a larger storage capacity, making it easier to transport and better for storing large amounts of data. Its AMD graphics are decent for everyday tasks, but may not handle intensive graphic applications as well. If prolonged battery life and portability are priorities and your tasks aren't graphics-heavy, then the Lenovo might suit you. If performance is more critical and you can handle less portability, the Gateway could be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 15.6"
The Gateway 15.6" has no clear advantages over the Lenovo V15.
Advantages of the Lenovo V15
Good for software development
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.1/10
5.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
231.0 nits
The Gateway 15.6" has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Lenovo V15 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The Gateway offers a better visual experience for general activities due to its more vibrant screen and higher resolution, ensuring clearer text and images, but may still fall short for more color-sensitive work. Engineers and designers may find the Gateway's color reproduction lacking for precise work, as it doesn't fully cover professional color spaces. Gamers and professionals working in 3D may be hindered by the Gateway's less responsive screen, with lower refresh rates causing less fluid motion compared to specialized gaming or 3D laptops.
Build Quality
5.1/10
6.7/10
The Lenovo V15 has only fair 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
$380
$579
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Gateway 15.6" has a price of $380 and the Lenovo V15 costs $579.
The Lenovo V15 and Gateway 15.6" are both good for general use.
The Gateway 15.6" has a capable Intel CPU and ample RAM, paired with an IPS screen for good viewing angles, making it well-suited for general use; however, its larger size and weight reduce its portability compared to the lighter Lenovo V15, which boasts a higher storage capacity and better battery life but with a lower-quality TN screen.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.1/10
3.6/10
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
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Lenovo V15 and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Gateway 15.6" and Lenovo V15 have graphics processing units (GPUs) that can handle gaming and 3D applications at a basic level, but they may not provide the smoothest experience in more demanding scenarios due to their moderate screen refresh rates. While both have decent central processing units (CPUs) and acceptable screen quality, demanding games and complex 3D tasks could benefit from more advanced GPUs and higher refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
6.2/10
6.3/10
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo V15 and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Gateway 15.6" offers a decent CPU and integrated GPU for engineering and design tasks, with a good quality IPS screen, but its inferior keyboard and speaker quality subtract from the overall user experience. Conversely, the Lenovo V15 provides a similar level of performance with its AMD CPU and integrated graphics, benefits from a higher screen to body ratio due to its slimmer design, which enhances portability, yet suffers from a lower-quality TN screen and also from less favorable keyboard and speaker quality.
Content Creation
7.0/10
7.3/10
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Lenovo V15 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
6.7/10
7.1/10
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo V15 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Gateway 15.6" has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo V15 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo V15 and Gateway 15.6" both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Gateway 15.6" and the Lenovo V15 compare to other laptops
"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."
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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