Starting just under $1,000, the 15.6-inch G5 15 lacks the flash of pricier gaming laptops, but is sturdy and relatively thin and light for the category.
Joshua Goldman
Managing Editor Josh Goldman is a laptop expert and has been writing about and reviewing them since built-in Wi-Fi was an optional feature. He also covers almost anything connected to a PC, including keyboards, mice, USB-C docks and PC gaming accessories. In addition, he writes about cameras, including action cams and drones. And while he doesn't consider himself a gamer, he spends entirely too much time playing them.
The G5 is a refresh and rebranding of Dell's entry-level gaming laptops. It isn't as flashy as pricier gaming laptops, but it also starts at less than $1,000.
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The G5 is a refresh and rebranding of Dell's entry-level gaming laptops. It isn't as flashy as pricier gaming laptops, but it also starts at less than $1,000.
