Dell G15 Gaming (2024) vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra
The Verdict
Dell G15 Gaming and Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra serve distinctly different purposes, making this less a head-to-head comparison and more a choice between gaming focus and premium ultraportability. Dell's 15.6-inch 165Hz IPS display with 300 nits brightness excels for fast-paced gaming, backed by the Intel Core i7-14650HX with 16 cores and 512GB NVMe storage. However, Samsung's 16-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen (2880 x 1800, 400 nits, 120Hz refresh) delivers superior color accuracy and pixel density, ideal for creative professionals. Samsung's aluminum chassis weighs just 1.86kg versus Dell's 2.55kg plastic build, and offers 1TB storage, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, and SD card support for expandability. Battery life heavily favors Samsung at 13 hours compared to Dell's 8 hours, despite similar smaller capacities. Pricing reflects purpose: Dell at $1,099 targets budget-conscious gamers, while Samsung at $2,400 serves professionals demanding premium build quality and display performance. Performance cores are comparable, but Dell's dedicated gaming GPU focus outmatches Samsung's integrated graphics. For gaming and esports, Dell wins decisively. For content creation, business work, and portability, Samsung dominates. Dell G15 offers genuine gaming value; Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra justifies premium pricing through ultraportable design and display excellence.
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 Book4 Ultra if…
- →Stunning 3K AMOLED 120Hz display with deep colors
- →Includes NVIDIA RTX 4050 or 4070 discrete GPU
- →Surprisingly thin and light for a 16-inch with dGPU
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 Book4 Ultra
Pros
- Stunning 3K AMOLED 120Hz display with deep colors
- Includes NVIDIA RTX 4050 or 4070 discrete GPU
- Surprisingly thin and light for a 16-inch with dGPU
- Tight integration with Samsung Galaxy ecosystem
Cons
- Premium pricing rivals workstation laptops
- Soldered RAM, only storage is upgradable
- Speakers underwhelming versus MacBook competitors
- Touchpad palm rejection occasionally inconsistent
Full Specifications
| Spec | Dell G15 Gaming (2024) | Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 5.63 lbs (2.55 kg) | 1.86 kg |
| Material | Plastic | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 14.2 x 10.4 x 1.05 inches | 355.4 x 250.4 x 16.5 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 1 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 2 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | — | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 8 hours | Up to 13 hours |
| Capacity | 86 Wh | 76 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 16 inches |
| Type | IPS anti-glare | Dynamic AMOLED 2X touchscreen |
| 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 |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5X |
| Cores | 16 cores (8P + 8E) | 16 cores |
| Chipset | Intel Core i7-14650HX (14th Gen) | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H |
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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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