Dell G15 5530vsGIGABYTE G6

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Dell
Dell G15 5530
G15 5530

Quick Stats

The Dell G15 5530's exceptional performance makes it suitable for gaming and resource-intensive activities at an affordable price.
The Dell G15 5530's premium build plastic construction provides a solid and durable laptop experience overall consistently.
The Dell G15 5530's Full HD display boasts 350 nits brightness and impressive color gamuts for gaming and content creation.
The Dell G15 5530's impressive features include Intel and AMD processors and an Alienware cooling system.
GIGABYTE
GIGABYTE G6
G6

Quick Stats

The Gigabyte G6 delivers decent performance at its price point, suitable for smooth gameplay and general use.
The GIGABYTE G6's impressive build quality justifies its price point with solid construction and a manageable weight.
The Gigabyte G6's display is decent, but lacks brightness, falling short of expectations for its price point.
The GIGABYTE G6 boasts impressive features with Intel CPU, RTX 4060 GPU, and DDR5 slots included.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Dell G15 5530
Winner
#250
GIGABYTE G6
#253
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Dell G15 5530
#484
GIGABYTE G6
#57
Winner
Display
Dell G15 5530
#495
GIGABYTE G6
#385
Winner
Performance
Dell G15 5530
#30
Winner
GIGABYTE G6
#212
Build
Dell G15 5530
#543
Winner
GIGABYTE G6
#593
Features
Dell G15 5530
#315
Winner
GIGABYTE G6
#358

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Dell Dell G15 5530
GIGABYTE GIGABYTE G6
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD
Intel Core i9-13900HX
Intel Core i7-13620H
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 140W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 75W)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 + 1x 2230 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Dell G15 5530

Strengths

The laptop has a premium build plastic which feels good when used.
It has a lot of fans and airflows, resulting in one of the best coolings systems.
The Fortune RGB keyboard is nice with a clicky feel to it.
The display is good with 15 inch full HD 165hz screen at 350 nits of brightness.
It can handle any game or workload with ease due to its powerful Intel i7 and Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU.
The thermal headroom is amazing, allowing for long-term performance without overheating.
Battery life is good enough with around 5-6 hours on a single charge.
Durable body and cooling system ensure a long lifespan.

Weaknesses

The laptop has a bulky design which may look cheap or ugly to some users.
It's heavy, weighing around 4.2 kilograms with its charger.
The keyboard keys are a little too small for users with big hands like the reviewer.
The trackpad is also on the smaller side and not ideal for gaming or precise movements.
The port selection is somewhat limited, especially without Thunderbolt 4 support.
The display resolution could be higher at 2K or above.
Battery life may vary depending on usage patterns and settings.
Speakers are not very strong and lack bass, making external speakers a necessity for better sound quality.

GIGABYTE G6

Strengths

GIGABYTE has picked out the best components for your gaming laptop within the scope of being like a budget-friendly laptop.
The right CPU and GPU combination provides great performance without breaking the bank.
A 75W RTX 460 with 8GB video RAM is perfect for high resolutions such as 1920x1200.
A 16:10 display with 165Hz refresh rate is ideal for gaming, providing a smooth experience.
The laptop comes with two DDR5 slots and two M.2 slots, allowing for flexible storage options.
Wi-Fi 6E and plenty of ports (including Ethernet, mini DisplayPort, HDMI, USB-C, audio jacks, and micro SD card slot) make it easy to connect peripherals.

Weaknesses

The display could be brighter with around 250 nits, which is relatively typical for this price point.
Battery life is limited, lasting around 4 hours due to the Intel 12/13th gen CPUs' power-hungry nature.
The keyboard is full-size, which can take up some space on the laptop's deck.
The trackpad's offset placement can be a bit clunky with the full-size keyboard in place.
No mention of how well the cooling system performs under heavy loads or prolonged gaming sessions.
Some may find the weight of 2kgs (4.4lbs) to be slightly above average for a laptop of this size.
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Dell G15 5530

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GIGABYTE G6

The budget-friendly gaming laptop conundrum - where performance meets affordability. The Gigabyte G6 attempts to bridge the gap with its impressive specs, including Intel's 12th/13th gen CPUs and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 460. But does it deliver a great gaming experience without breaking the bank? I'll delve into the details of this laptop's display, battery life, and overall performance to help you decide if it's worth considering for your next gaming purchase.

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