Dell G15 Gaming (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
The Verdict
Dell G15 Gaming and Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra serve distinctly different audiences at vastly different price points. Dell's offering prioritizes gaming with a 165Hz 1920x1080 display, Intel Core i7-14650HX processor with 16 cores, and 16GB DDR5 RAM. At $1,099, it delivers solid 1080p gaming performance and 512GB storage that's user-expandable. Samsung's $2,399 ultrabook flips priorities entirely, featuring a stunning 2880x1800 AMOLED display at 120Hz with superior color accuracy and brightness (400 nits vs 300), alongside a previous-gen i9-13900H with 32GB LPDDR5 and double the storage. Samsung weighs just 3.95 lbs compared to Dell's 5.63 lbs, and includes Thunderbolt connectivity. Battery life matches at 8 hours. Dell excels for gaming and budget-conscious buyers willing to accept plastic construction and lower resolution. Samsung caters to creative professionals and users prioritizing portability, display quality, and build materials. Dell offers significantly better value per dollar with gaming-specific hardware, while Samsung justifies premium pricing through AMOLED technology, lighter weight, and professional-grade specs. Choose Dell for gaming and value, Samsung for ultrabook excellence and premium design.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Dell G15 Gaming (2024) if…
- →RTX 4060 Laptop GPU at a competitive $1,099 price point
- →86 Wh battery is generous for a budget gaming laptop
- →165Hz display is smooth for competitive shooters
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra if…
- →Gorgeous 16-inch 2.8K AMOLED 120Hz display with vivid colors
- →NVIDIA RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles creative and gaming workloads
- →Under 4 lbs — lightweight for a 16-inch laptop with discrete GPU
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Dell G15 Gaming (2024)
Pros
- RTX 4060 Laptop GPU at a competitive $1,099 price point
- 86 Wh battery is generous for a budget gaming laptop
- 165Hz display is smooth for competitive shooters
- 14th-gen i7 HX processor handles both gaming and productivity
- Dual M.2 slots allow easy storage expansion
Cons
- All-plastic build feels cheap and creaks under pressure
- FHD resolution on a 15.6-inch panel looks grainy up close
- 5.63 lbs is heavy for daily campus carry
- Speakers are weak and tinny
- Fan noise is loud under gaming loads
Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra
Pros
- Gorgeous 16-inch 2.8K AMOLED 120Hz display with vivid colors
- NVIDIA RTX 4070 Laptop GPU handles creative and gaming workloads
- Under 4 lbs — lightweight for a 16-inch laptop with discrete GPU
- Seamless Samsung ecosystem integration with Galaxy phones and tablets
- Excellent keyboard with 1.5 mm key travel and good feedback
Cons
- $2,399 is steep and competes directly with MacBook Pro 16
- 76 Wh battery drains faster on AMOLED — expect 6-7 hours in practice
- Soldered RAM and SSD limit upgradeability
- Samsung software bloatware is annoying to clean up
- No OLED brightness matching Apple's XDR 1600-nit HDR peak
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell G15 Gaming (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book3 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 5.63 lbs (2.55 kg) | 3.95 lbs (1.79 kg) |
| Material | Plastic | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 14.2 x 10.4 x 1.05 inches | 13.99 x 9.86 x 0.65 inches |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB-A ports | 2 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 8 hours | Up to 8 hours |
| Capacity | 86 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | IPS anti-glare | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 |
| Refresh rate | 165Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 32 GB LPDDR5 |
| Cores | 16 cores (8P + 8E) | 14 cores (6P + 8E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i7-14650HX (14th Gen) | Intel Core i9-13900H (13th Gen) |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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