The Gateway 15.6" is generally more affordable, offers a larger screen size for more comfortable viewing, and includes a numeric keypad which can be advantageous for number-intensive tasks. However, the Razer Book 13, despite being pricier, provides superior portability due to its smaller size and lighter weight, along with a higher resolution touchscreen. The Razer also offers better build quality, a brighter screen with higher color accuracy, which makes it more suited for tasks that demand high-quality visuals. Both laptops have the same amount of storage and RAM, but the Razer has a more powerful processor which can handle demanding applications and multitasking more efficiently. The battery life is also longer on the Razer Book 13, making it ideal for use on the go. If your priorities lean towards performance, portability, and higher quality display, the Razer Book 13 is the better choice, though if budget and a larger screen are key considerations, the Gateway 15.6" would be suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gateway 15.6"
The Gateway 15.6" has no clear advantages over the Razer Book 13.
Advantages of the Razer Book 13
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Excellent battery life
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
7.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
14.0 Hours
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Book 13 and Gateway 15.6" are both good for general use, though the Razer Book 13 is somewhat better.
The Gateway 15.6" with its ample screen space, standard resolution, and good keyboard quality suits those looking for a solid general-use laptop at a more affordable cost but trades off portability and has lower battery life. In comparison, the Razer Book 13 offers a premium experience with higher portability, better screen quality, and longer battery life, suitable for general use that involves more mobility and screen-intensive tasks, but at a higher price point.
Engineering and Design
6.2/10
7.1/10
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Book 13 is good for engineering and design, while the Gateway 15.6" is only fair.
The Razer Book 13 offers a faster Intel i7 processor and superior screen quality including higher brightness and better color coverage, which is vital for engineering and design applications, while the Gateway 15.6" has a less powerful Intel i5 processor and lower screen quality, which may affect the performance and visual accuracy for such tasks. Additionally, the Razer Book 13 is more portable with a lighter build and a smaller screen size, and it has higher-quality components like the keyboard, which can be important for long work sessions, although this comes with a higher price tag compared to the fair-priced Gateway 15.6".
Content Creation
7.0/10
7.6/10
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Book 13 and Gateway 15.6" are both good for content creation, though the Razer Book 13 is somewhat better.
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
7.5/10
4.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Razer Book 13 is 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
6.1/10
7.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
The Razer Book 13 has a better screen than the Gateway 15.6" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Gateway's screen may not be as sharp or vivid due to its lower resolution and brightness compared to the Razer Book 13, which boasts a higher resolution and brighter display that renders text and images more clearly and with more luminance. In the realm of engineering and design where accurate color reproduction is paramount, the Razer Book 13 excels with its superior color gamut, providing broader ranges of colors that are crucial for detailed and color-sensitive work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both the Gateway and the Razer fall short as their screens have lower refresh rates that result in less smooth motion and responsiveness, which are key for a high-quality gaming or 3D visualization experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
14.0 Hours
The Gateway 15.6" has 8 hours of battery life. The Razer Book 13 has 14 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
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Razer Book 13 has excellent portability, while the Gateway 15.6" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
8.5/10
The Razer Book 13 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
$380
$1,389
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Gateway 15.6" has a price of $380 and the Razer Book 13 costs $1,389.
The Razer Book 13 and Gateway 15.6" are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Gateway 15.6" and Razer Book 13 are fair in performance for gaming and 3D activities due to their integrated Iris Xe graphics, which is capable but not as powerful as dedicated gaming GPUs. While both have decent CPUs and quality IPS screens for good image clarity and color, their standard refresh rates of 60 Hz are not ideally suited for fast-paced gaming which prefers higher refresh rates.
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How the Gateway 15.6" and the Razer Book 13 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 Razer Book is like an XPS 13, but faster. The Book 13 combines the design philosophy and performance of a Blade Stealth with the 16:10 display of a Dell XPS 13 for an impressive piece of hardware. Office users who want something more stylish than the typical Dell, HP or Lenovo will certainly find themselves drawn to this Razer subnotebook. If your priorities are to have the best-looking and fastest 13-inch laptop in the office over auxiliary features, however, then the Book 13 proudly fulfills that niche."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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