Gateway 15.6-inch Ultra Slim Notebook review: Big screen on a budget

Getting a 15.6-inch display at this price point is nice, even if there are trade-offs.

The Gateway 15.6-inch Ultra Slim Notebook is a classic budget PC. At $399 from Walmart, the price is hard to beat, especially considering its solid performance, decent storage space, and roomy screen size. 

The trade-offs come from all the things that don’t show up on a spec sheet. The display is harshly lit, with subpar viewing angles. The trackpad is abrasive.

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