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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you need better performance for tasks like photo editing or multitasking, the Gateway 15.6" with more memory and a more powerful processor is suitable. However, its battery life and portability are not as good as the Maypug 15", which is lighter and lasts longer on a single charge. The Maypug also comes with a newer operating system, but its lower resolution screen and less powerful processor may slow you down if you run demanding applications. Choose the Gateway for power-intensive work and the Maypug if you prioritize a longer battery life and easier mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 15.6"
- Good for general use
- Good for content creation
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Gateway 15.6".
Key differences
General Use
7.0
5.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Gateway 15.6" is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Gateway 15.6" is better equipped for general use with a more powerful Intel i5 processor and double the RAM compared to the Maypug 15", which has a lower-end Intel Celeron processor and half the RAM, impacting performance significantly. Additionally, the Gateway offers higher screen resolution for clearer visuals, whereas the Maypug has a lower resolution display which is less ideal for crisp text and detailed images.
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
8.0 GB
The Gateway 15.6" is only fair for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Gateway 15.6" laptop, equipped with a stronger CPU, more RAM, and better GPU, handles engineering and design tasks more adeptly compared to the Maypug 15" Laptop, which has a weaker CPU, less RAM, and a lower tier GPU. Additionally, the Gateway offers a higher resolution and better screen quality, which is crucial for detailed work, whereas the Maypug's lower resolution and screen quality are less suitable for such tasks.
Content Creation
7.0
5.9
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gateway 15.6" is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" 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
5.9
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Gateway 15.6" is only fair for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop 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
6.1
5.7
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Gateway 15.6" has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Gateway 15.6" laptop provides an adequate visual experience for everyday activities due to its respectable resolution and brightness, but falls short for gamers due to a lower refresh rate. For engineering and design professionals, it offers a decent range of colors, though not the most comprehensive, limiting the precision in color-critical work. Conversely, the Maypug 15" laptop's screen falls below expectations in all areas with subpar brightness and resolution, along with limited color coverage, making it less ideal for any tasks that require visual accuracy or smooth graphics.
Battery
8.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Gateway 15.6" has 8 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" 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.
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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
1366 x 768
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 Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Maypug 15" 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 Maypug 15" Laptop both have poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$600
$600
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Gateway 15.6" has a price of $600 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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How the Gateway 15.6" and the Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gateway 15.6" | Maypug 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.8'' x 9.5'' x 0.77'' | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.8 lbs | 3.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.75" | 13.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.5" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1135G7 | Intel Celeron N5095 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | Unknown | 29.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.3/10 | 7.6/10 | |
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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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 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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