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expiredSuryasis posted Jul 1, 2021 1:40 PM

Dell G15 Laptop: 15.6" FHD, Ryzen 7 5800H, 16GB DDR4, 512GB SSD, RTX 3060

$1,078

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Dell has Dell G15 Gaming Laptop on sale for $1077.99. Slickdeals Cashback is available for this store (PC extension required, before checkout). Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member Suryasis for finding this deal.
  • Specs:
  • 15.6" FHD (1920 x 1080) 165Hz 300nits 3ms WVA Anti- Glare LED Backlit Narrow Border Display
  • AMD Ryzen 7 5800H 8-core/16-thread (3.2GHz Base / 4.4GHz Boost) Mobile Processor
  • 16GB DDR4
  • 512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 6GB GDDR6 Graphics
  • Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 (2x2) + Bluetooth 5.1
  • 4-Zone RGB Backlit Keyboard with Numeric Keypad and G-Key
  • Windows 10 Home
  • Ports:
    • 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (one with PowerShare)
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (DisplayPort Alt Mode)
    • 1x HDMI 2.1
    • 1x RJ-45 Gigabit Lan
    • 1x Audio Combo Jack
  • 6 Cell 86WHr Battery
  • 5.39lbs

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Written by megakimcheelove | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This deal is $137 lower (11% savings) than previous popular deal that earned 20+ thumbs up
  • About this product:
    • 1 Year Hardware Service with Onsite-In-Home Service After Remote Diagnosis
    • Warranty details here
  • About this store:
    • Dell return policy here

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Written by Suryasis
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Dell has Dell G15 Gaming Laptop on sale for $1077.99. Slickdeals Cashback is available for this store (PC extension required, before checkout). Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member Suryasis for finding this deal.
  • Specs:
  • 15.6" FHD (1920 x 1080) 165Hz 300nits 3ms WVA Anti- Glare LED Backlit Narrow Border Display
  • AMD Ryzen 7 5800H 8-core/16-thread (3.2GHz Base / 4.4GHz Boost) Mobile Processor
  • 16GB DDR4
  • 512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 6GB GDDR6 Graphics
  • Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 (2x2) + Bluetooth 5.1
  • 4-Zone RGB Backlit Keyboard with Numeric Keypad and G-Key
  • Windows 10 Home
  • Ports:
    • 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A (one with PowerShare)
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (DisplayPort Alt Mode)
    • 1x HDMI 2.1
    • 1x RJ-45 Gigabit Lan
    • 1x Audio Combo Jack
  • 6 Cell 86WHr Battery
  • 5.39lbs

Editor's Notes

Written by megakimcheelove | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • This deal is $137 lower (11% savings) than previous popular deal that earned 20+ thumbs up
  • About this product:
    • 1 Year Hardware Service with Onsite-In-Home Service After Remote Diagnosis
    • Warranty details here
  • About this store:
    • Dell return policy here

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Written by Suryasis

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KeenD
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Both eliminate the MUX issue, and HDMI 2.1 is much faster than DP1.4, but there isn't a lot of HDMI 2.1 monitor out there, DP1.4 is faster then HDMI 2.0...so really depends on your monitor.

Also, Dell already released BIOS v1.3.3 update for G15 5511(11th gen intel version) that provided MUX switch in BIOS. It has been tested and did improve GPU perf a lot. And it is said that Dell will also release one for this AMD version.
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Suryasis
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In a nutshell, Nvidia allows Laptop manufacturers to set the power limit for a specific RTX 3000 card, between a lowest and highest value. Value more close to the max limit, more better it will perform. For RTX 3060, the range is from 60W to 130W + 15 watt Dynamic Boost based on the workload. This Laptop has a 115W RTX 3060 which is very close to the maximum power allowed by Nvidia and hence offers better performance than some lowered powered variants, say Asus Zephyrus G14 with 60W + 20W or Zephyrus G15, 85W + 15W.
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DejuanP
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Nice, this is cheaper than other day👍🏾👍🏾..
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Jul 1, 2021 7:44 PM
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fadegsJul 1, 2021 7:44 PM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank fadegs

Quote from uio77 :
I have an Alienware M15 R4. Construction is premium, mechanical keyboard, better screen, vapor chamber and mux switch.
Unfortunately the M5 doesn't have most of these things: no mechanical keyboard, screen looks to be the same (no OLED option), no vapor chamber, no MUX.

The main differences here appear to be the better build quality and more spacious keyboard (no numpad).
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Jul 1, 2021 7:45 PM
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wahornsamJul 1, 2021 7:45 PM
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Anyone have a cooling pad/stand that they recommend for this laptop?
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Jul 1, 2021 7:49 PM
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XiDa
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Jul 1, 2021 7:49 PM
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I got this for $1225, should I return and rebuy or ask for price match?
Also, there's a loud buzzing/fan sound when the graphics card is in used and laptop is plugged in.
Jul 1, 2021 7:50 PM
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Jacky16Jul 1, 2021 7:50 PM
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Quote from RobsTV :
Thanks for the post!
How loud are the fans while mining? Can it sit next to you while watching TV or does it need to be in another room because it is so loud?

And final question. Knowing this laptop, would you pay the extra $100 for the Alienware m15 version?
The fan is pretty loud imo--no way you can ignore it. But I did not have a chance to compare with the other similar gaming laptops. So maybe that's typical.
Where is the link for $100 more Alienware version?
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Jul 1, 2021 7:52 PM
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uio77Jul 1, 2021 7:52 PM
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Quote from fadegs :
Unfortunately the M5 doesn't have most of these things: no mechanical keyboard, screen looks to be the same (no OLED option), no vapor chamber, no MUX.

The main differences here appear to be the better build quality and more spacious keyboard (no numpad).
I think you are correct . The new M15 R6 loose vapor chamber for sure, I'm not sure about the other features. M15 R4 are still available. I got mine less than a month ago.
Jul 1, 2021 7:58 PM
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tiffnyhJul 1, 2021 7:58 PM
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Thank you for the post and just made the purchase!
Applied Rxkuten 2% cash back on Dell purchase and paid with Paypal using Discover credit card for additional 5% cashback bonus (effective July 1 to September 30, 2021).
Jul 1, 2021 8:02 PM
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RobsTVJul 1, 2021 8:02 PM
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Quote from Jacky16 :
The fan is pretty loud imo--no way you can ignore it. But I did not have a chance to compare with the other similar gaming laptops. So maybe that's typical.
Where is the link for $100 more Alienware version?

14th post in this thread has link to Alienware version.

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Jul 1, 2021 8:06 PM
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nb013Jul 1, 2021 8:06 PM
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I love the pricing, but I've purchased quite a number of Dell's gaming laptops these past five years or so, and I've had substantial issues with each one. I've had to RMA, and outright replace parts in all of them for seriously bad hardware. A huge problem has been cooling for every single model I've owned. Without an external cooler, performance drops are massive. I bought two different G-series models last year and they would consistently drop around 30% of their gaming performance within minutes in the absence of external cooling. One killed itself and had to get a new mainboard. Later, after the warranty expired, my NVMe died. Even in non-gaming situations, I've experienced many thermal shutdowns from heavy image rendering and CPU processing, which didn't even use the dedicated GPUs. Also, customer service was often dicey.

I kept falling for the incredibly aggressive price drops, hoping that things would be different. However, it seems the reason the prices are always dropping is because they're mass producing garbage products.

I finally took the dive and spent just a little more on the ROG Zephyrus and haven't had a single issue. Kicking myself for not having made that decision sooner.

Maybe some of you have had a better experience, but this is mine.
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Jul 1, 2021 8:08 PM
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ccsicecokeJul 1, 2021 8:08 PM
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Keyboard keys are small and cramped. They're most likely suitable for small hands of children under 12.

Would not recommend this laptop to Adult.
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Jul 1, 2021 8:10 PM
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saudetteJul 1, 2021 8:10 PM
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Is it recommended to re-install the OS when you get it, or do they come pretty clean?
Jul 1, 2021 8:17 PM
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lvlonkeyJul 1, 2021 8:17 PM
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Quote from saudette :
Is it recommended to re-install the OS when you get it, or do they come pretty clean?
You can use windows fresh start to have a clean slate and then reinstall whatever things you think you need from the dell page.
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Jul 1, 2021 8:24 PM
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fadegsJul 1, 2021 8:24 PM
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Quote from ccsicecoke :
Keyboard keys are small and cramped. They're most likely suitable for small hands of children under 12.

Would not recommend this laptop to Adult.
Yes, it is for this reason that I think I would hold out for the Alienware M15 R5 with more spacious keyboard because it doesn't have a numpad.
Jul 1, 2021 8:29 PM
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Owen.NHTJul 1, 2021 8:29 PM
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Unrelated question: I have a USB-C to DP 1.4 cable and a HDMI 2.1 cable (with an external monitor, of course), which one is better? I've read somewhere that tbe USB-C to DP cable is the better one because it will eliminate the issue of lacking a MUX switch, is thag true? If yes, I should stick to the USB-C to DP cable right?
Jul 1, 2021 8:31 PM
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Shogun749Jul 1, 2021 8:31 PM
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Just ordered one. Smilie

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Jul 1, 2021 8:42 PM
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PhoenixhawkJul 1, 2021 8:42 PM
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Got a price match down, thanks!

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