Which is better for gaming?

The Alienware. Its 16 GB RAM, 165Hz screen and higher-clocked Intel CPU give it the edge over the Dell's 8 GB and 144Hz panel. The Dell's RX 5600M is capable, but 8 GB RAM holds it back until you upgrade.

Is the Alienware worth the extra money?

At $935 versus $699, you pay about $236 more for double the RAM, a faster screen and a lighter body. If you play demanding games, that is worth it. If you mostly browse and play older titles, the Dell is enough.

Which has better battery life?

Neither listing gives battery figures. The Dell's 144Hz panel and the Alienware's 165Hz panel both draw heavily, so expect short unplugged runtimes from either.

Can I upgrade the RAM on the Dell G5?

Yes. The Dell supports up to 32 GB, so adding memory is the cheapest way to close the gap with the Alienware's 16 GB.

Which is lighter to carry?

The Alienware at 5 lb versus the Dell at 5.5 lb. The half-pound difference is minor, but the Alienware is the easier carry.

Does the Dell have ports the Alienware lacks?

The Dell lists Ethernet, USB-A, USB-C and HDMI. The Alienware listing does not specify Ethernet, so the Dell is the safer pick if you want a wired connection.

Alienware 15.3" Gaming Laptop vs Dell G5 15.6" Gaming Laptop

The Alienware is the better gaming machine: 16 GB RAM, a 165Hz 1920x1200 screen and a faster Intel CPU beat the Dell's 8 GB and 144Hz panel. The Dell G5 costs less, $699 at Walmart as of October 28 versus $935 at the lowest recent Alienware price on November 2, and it has an octa-core AMD CPU, a touchscreen and Ethernet. Buy the Alienware if you game seriously and can spend about $235 more; buy the Dell if budget and ports matter more than frame rates.

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