Initial Impressions and Issues

• The Dell G15 was initially deemed the worst gaming laptop tested due to frequent blue screens.
• The review involved two units, both of which exhibited similar problems.

Software and Performance Management

• Issues with the Alienware Command Center software, which is crucial for performance adjustments.
• The software was either broken or missing in the second unit, leading to performance inconsistencies.

Driver Updates and Stability

• Updating Intel graphics drivers resolved the blue screen issues, highlighting the importance of keeping drivers current.
• The review emphasizes that most users may not manually update drivers, relying instead on Windows updates.

Build Quality and Design

• The laptop features a plastic build with decent quality but some design flaws, such as sharp corners and limited grip on the feet.
• Weighs 2.6 kg (5.8 lb) without the power brick, which adds significant weight.

Specifications and Customization

• Configured with Intel Core i7-12700H, Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti, and 16GB DDR5 RAM.
• Limited to one M.2 SSD slot, which is a downgrade from previous models.

Thermals and Performance Modes

• Various performance modes available, but G mode sometimes resulted in worse performance.
• Thermal management was adequate, but the laptop ran hot under load.

Battery Life and Charging

• Battery life was decent, lasting just under 6 hours in video playback tests.
• Customizable charging modes available through My Dell software.

Gaming Performance

• Performance in games was generally good, but not exceptional compared to competitors with higher GPU power limits.
• The laptop performed well in benchmarks but struggled in some content creation tasks due to lower single-threaded performance.

Pricing and Availability

• Starting price around $940 for lower configurations, with higher configurations being more expensive and sometimes out of stock.