Dell G16 Review

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Main Features

Launched in July 2022

Display:16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio

Max Brightness: 300 nits

External Dimensions:357.2 x 272.1 x 20.6-26.9 mm (14.06 x 10.71 x 0.81-1.06 inches)

Weight: 2.44 kg (5.38 lbs)

Operating System: Windows

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Dell G16 Overview

SCORING

Performance

Size

Display

Gaming

Connectivity

Launched in July 2022, Dell G16 is a Windows laptop with 16.0-inch display and 16:10 aspect ratio. It has the external dimensions of 357.2 x 272.1 x 20.6-26.9 mm (14.06 x 10.71 x 0.81-1.06 inches) and weighs 2.44 kg (5.38 lbs).

Dell G16 has an average MSRP range between $800-1200. Price may vary based on the selected configuration.

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Dell G16

G16 is a member of Dell's G16 series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Dell G16 Series History

	Model	Release Date	Screen Size	Weight
	Dell G16	July 2022	16.0"	2.44 kg (5.38 lbs)

Dell G16 PROs and CONs

Now let's get in to more details of our Dell G16 review by analyzing its specs and features and listing out its pros and cons compared to average competitor laptop in its class.

PROs

Thin bezels around the screen

Low fan noise level

Large Display Size

High Refresh Rate of 165 Hz

Matte Screen reduces reflections

Low response time of 9 ms

8 nm GPU Fabrication Process

8.7 TFLOPS GPU

Dedicated GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile 4GB GPU

Fast Charging Feature

USB Power Delivery

DDR5 Type RAM

Max RAM Size of 32 GB

Upgradable RAM

PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) RAM

Upgradable Storage

NVMe Type SSD Storage

Dolby Atmos Sound

84.3 dB Speaker Loudness

Wi-fi v6

3x USB 3.2 USB-A Ports

1x USB 4.0 USB Type C Ports

Thunderbolt 4 Port

HDMI Port

HDMI 2.1 supports higher refresh rates and resolutions

RJ45 Ethernet Port

Keyboard Backlight

CONs

Heavy at 2.44 kg (5.38 lbs)

1280 x 720 Webcam Resolution

No Built-in SD Card Reader

Body and Dimensions

The weight and external dimensions are two of the most important factors determining the physical portability of a laptop. Below you can find the external physical features of the Dell G16:

Physical Specs
Dimensions	357.2 x 272.1 x 20.6-26.9 mm
	14.06 x 10.71 x 0.81-1.06 inches
Weight	2.44 kg (5.38 lbs)
Surface Area	972 cm2 (150.6 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~76.4%
Side Bezel Thickness	~6.3 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.15 kg/inch
	0.33 lbs/inch
Colors	Black
Cover Opening Angle	140°

Weight
The Dell G16 weighs 2.44 kg / 5.38 lbs. Considering that average weight of the laptops with display size '16.0-16.9 inches' in our database is 2.05 kg, it will be fair to say that the Dell G16 is a heavy laptop for its size class.

Weight Comparison

Display size : 16.0-16.9 inches

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Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops here at Laptop Decision is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Dell G16 is 0.15 kg/inch. Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

LG Gram 16 2022: 0.07 kg/inch (Compare)
Acer Swift Edge SFA16-41: 0.07 kg/inch (Compare)
LG Gram 16 2024: 0.07 kg/inch (Compare)
LG Gram 16 2023: 0.08 kg/inch (Compare)
LG Gram Style 16 2023: 0.08 kg/inch (Compare)

Body Thickness
Thickness of the Dell G16 is 20.6-26.9 mm. Considering that average thickness of the laptops with display size '16.0-16.9 inches' in our database is 20.26 mm, it will be fair to say that the Dell G16 is a bulky laptop for its class.

Thickness Comparison

Display size : 16.0-16.9 inches

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Side Bezels and Screen-to-Body Ratio
The average Side Bezel Thickness of the Dell G16 is 6.3 mm and the Screen to Body Ratio is 76.4%. These figures show that the useful display area of the Dell G16 compared to its total size is relatively poor. These figures show that the useful display area of the Dell G16 compared to its total size is relatively poor.

Display

Dell G16 features a 16.0-inch sized IPS LCD type display with 165 Hz refresh rate and 189 ppi pixel density.

Display Specifications
Display Resolution	2560 x 1600 pixels
Display Size	16 inches
Display Type	IPS LCD
Refresh Rate	165 Hz
PPI	189 ppi

Pixel Density / PPI

Below is a chart depicting how 189 ppi pixel density of the Dell G16 compares with the Min, Max and Average densities in its display size class (16.0-16.9 inches).

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Display size : 16.0-16.9 inches

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Refresh rates over 120Hz offers smooth motion on screen, especially handy for games with high refresh rates, making this an ideal screen for gaming. For even better performance, check the laptops with refresh rates over 240Hz.

CPU

Dell G16 has 2 different CPU configurations. The current setup we are reviewing is the Intel Core i7 12700H.

Intel Core i7 12700H is a 12th generation Intel processor with DDR5 support and adequate performance for most applications. For the best performance, consider 13th gen or the latest Ultra models.

CPU Specifications
CPU Name	Intel Core i7 12700H Intel Core i9 12900H
Base Frequency	2.3 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.7 GHz
Number of Cores	14
Number of Threads	20
L3 Cache	24 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1750
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	12242
Cinebench R23 (Single)	1800
Cinebench R23 (Multi)	16309

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPU ( Intel Core i7 12700H ) and compare them:

GPU

Dell G16 has 4 different GPU configurations. The current setup we are reviewing is the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile 4GB. This is a Dedicated type GPU with 5.30 TFLOPS floating point performance and has a 4 GB dedicated memory. Dedicated GPUs generally perform much faster than Integrated GPUs, and are more suitable for graphic heavy applications such as video editing, AI and gaming. Downsides are increased energy consumption and higher costs.

GPU Specifications
GPU Name	GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile 4GB GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile 8GB
Base Clock Frequency	735 MHz
Boost Clock Frequency	1035 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	75 W
Nvidia Optimus	Yes, Advanced Optimus
Type	Dedicated
FLOPS	5.30 TFLOPS
Memory Size	4 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6
Memory Bus	128 bit
Memory Speed	1500 MHz 12 Gbps effective
Shading Units Cores	2560
Texture Mapping Units / TMUs	80
Raster Operations Pipelines / ROPs	32
GPU Fabrication Process	8 nm

FLOPS Comparison

Display size : 16.0-16.9 inches

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Max

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MSI Raider 16 HX AI 2026 with GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop 24GB: 51.40 TFLOPS (Compare)
Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 with GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop 24GB: 51.40 TFLOPS (Compare)
HP Omen Max 16 with GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop 24GB: 51.40 TFLOPS (Compare)

RAM

Dell G16 comes with 2 RAM options: 16GB and 32GB. The current setup we are reviewing is the 16GB.The RAM on the Dell G16 is Upgradable (32 GB Max) which is a big plus, you can choose to purchase a version with lower RAM size and upgrade in the future if it becomes a necessity.The RAM type of the Dell G16 is DDR5, whereas the latest type in the market is DDR5.DDR5 type RAMs provide speeds of at least 4800 MHz, whereas the previous generation supports a maximum of 3200 MHz.

RAM Specifications
RAM	16GB 32GB
Channels	2x8 GB
Clock	4800 MHz
Type	DDR5 (latest)
Upgradable	Yes
Max Ram Size	32 GB
Total Slots	2
Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) this laptop could support, based on its hardware specifications. It's meant to help you decide whether it's suitable for running AI models locally.

Selected Configuration:
CPU/NPU: Intel Core i7 12700HRAM: 16 GBGPU: GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Mobile 4GB

Available for LLM: ~2.5 GB VRAM (1.5 GB GPU overhead) + ~12 GB RAM (4 GB OS overhead) = ~14.5 GB (reliable), up to ~15.3 GB (max)

Available for LLM: 15.3 GB / Total: 20 GB

Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B

✔ Runs Well
2B model with Q4 quantization (recommended):
Requires ~2 GB memory - fits in your 4 GB VRAM
(See performance table below for details)

Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B

! Not Practical
7-8B model with Q4 quantization (recommended):
Requires ~5 GB memory - doesn't fit in 4 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
This config supports Small (1-3B) models. For 7-8B or larger, consider more RAM or a dedicated GPU.
(See performance table below for details)

Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B, Dense 30B

13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B)

! Not Practical

13-15B model with Q4 (recommended):
Requires ~9 GB memory - doesn't fit in 4 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
This config supports Small (1-3B) models. For 7-8B or larger, consider more RAM or a dedicated GPU.
(See performance table below for details)

16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB)

! Not Practical

16-24B model with Q4 (recommended):
Requires ~14 GB memory - doesn't fit in 4 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
This config supports Small (1-3B) models. For 7-8B or larger, consider more RAM or a dedicated GPU.
(See performance table below for details)

24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4)

✖ Not Supported

24-30B model with Q4 (recommended):
Requires ~18 GB memory - exceeds available VRAM and RAM (not supported)
This config supports Small (1-3B) models. For 7-8B or larger, consider more RAM or a dedicated GPU.
(See performance table below for details)

MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B)

✖ Not Supported

MoE model with Q4 (recommended):
Requires ~24 GB memory - exceeds available VRAM and RAM (not supported)
This config supports Small (1-3B) models. For 7-8B or larger, consider more RAM or a dedicated GPU.
(See performance table below for details)

Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B

✖ Not Supported
70B model with Q4 (recommended):
Requires ~42 GB memory - exceeds available VRAM and RAM (not supported)
This config supports Small (1-3B) models. For 7-8B or larger, consider more RAM or a dedicated GPU.
(See performance table below for details)

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

Dell G16's Li-Ion battery has a capacity of 56 Wh is under average, which may cause lack of mobility. Please note that even though the battery capacity gives you an idea about potential battery life, it is not the only indicator of unplugged run time of the laptop, but impacted also by factors such as your laptop's configuration, screen brightness and number & types of apps that you are running simultaneously.

Battery Comparison

Display size : 16.0-16.9 inches

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Battery Specifications
Capacity	56 Wh 86 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No
Fast Charging	Yes
USB Power Delivery	Yes
Charging Port Position	Bottom
Charge Power	180 / 240 W
Voltage	13.2 V
AC Adapter Weight	882 grams

Dell G16's battery is not replaceable but we can't hold it against this model as this has been the general trend in the laptop world for a long time.
Dell G16 supports fast charging which lets the user charge the laptop in a shorter time than normal.

STORAGE

Dell G16 comes at least with a SSD (M2) type 1x512 GB storage as standard. More storage is always good, but it comes with a price.Fortunately, the storage on the Dell G16 is Upgradable so you can upgrade it with a larger storage when needed.The NVMe SSD used in the Dell G16 can achieve up to 3.5 GB/s speed whereas older SATA SSDs could only reach speeds of up to 550 MB/s.

Storage Specifications
Storage Up To	2 TB
Upgradable	Yes
Total Slots	1
Type	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes

SOUND

Good quality speakers can have a significant impact on the overall experience when using laptops, especially if you are consuming a lot of multimedia material such as music or videos. The Dell G16 features a 2.0 speaker set up. According to Dell, the speakers can go as loud as 84.3 dB. Thanks to its Dolby Atmos support, the Dell G16 can play media that were recorded with this standard. Thanks to its Dolby Atmos support, the Dell G16 can play media that were recorded with this standard.

Sound Specifications
Speakers Setup	2.0
Dolby Atmos	Yes
Loudness	84.3 dB
Microphones	2

The number and quality of the built-in microphones are as important especially in this age of online meetings and streaming.

CONNECTIVITY and PORTS

Dell G16 has the Wifi Standard (v6) which provides (theoretical 9.6 Gbps - 1200 MB/s, real world up to 4 Gbps - 500 MB/s) speed.
On the other hand, the latest WiFi v7 standard supports 40 GB/s and provides speeds up to 2.4 times faster than the previous v6 setup. Laptops with WiFi v7 appeared in the market as of the end of 2023.

The Bluetooth Standard of the Dell G16 is v5, which is not the latest generation.As the version number increases within the Bluetooth V6.x series, sub-generations also progress. Although the range and speeds remain consistent, advancements in energy efficiency, reliability, and security features are introduced in subsequent sub-generations.

Connectivity
WiFi Standard	v6 (latest: v7)
Bluetooth	v5 (latest: v6.2)
Fingerprint Sensor	No
Optical Drive	No

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing Bluetooth versions since 2010, including their features, speed, range, IoT support, and release years. This information can be helpful in understanding the evolution of Bluetooth technology and its capabilities over the years.

Bluetooth Versions and Features Since 2010

Version	Speed (Mbps)	Range (Open Area)	Year	Features	IoT Support
v6.2	2	200 m	2025	Ultra-low latency, enhanced Channel Sounding security	Yes
v6.1	2	200 m	2025	Channel Sounding improvements and bug fixes	Yes
v6.0	2	200 m	2024	Channel Sounding (centimeter-level distance measurement)	Yes
v5.4	2	200 m	2023	PAwR, advanced security	Yes
v5.3	2	200 m	2021	Connection and security enhancements	Yes
v5.2	2	200 m	2020	LE Audio, efficiency and communication quality	Yes
v5.1	2	200 m	2019	Precise device positioning	Yes
v5.0	2	200 m	2016	Extended range and speed	Yes
v4.2	1	100 m	2014	Internet connectivity, security improvements	Yes
v4.1	1	100 m	2013	Improved device connectivity	Yes
v4.0	1	100 m	2010	Low Energy mode	Yes

* Please note that in the Bluetooth 5.x and 6.x series, there hasn't been a significant increase in range and data speed. However, each new version has brought significant technological improvements in areas such as security, energy efficiency, precise location (Channel Sounding), and IoT support.

Dell G16 equipped with 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports and 1x USB 4.0 Type-C ports.

USB-A ports of the 'Dell G16 are the latest generation. The maximum speed of USB-A 3.2 (latest generation) port is 20 GB/s.

USB-TypeC ports of the Dell G16 are not the latest generation. The latest generation USB4 2.0 provides 80 and 120 Gbit/s speeds.

Dell G16 has not the latest generation Thunderbolt connection. Thunderbolt 5 offers symmetric bandwidth of 80 Gb/s (double Thunderbolt 4's 40 Gb/s) and a peak 120 Gb/s one-way “Bandwidth Boost” mode. It supports up to three 4K 144 Hz or two 8K 60 Hz monitors, 240 W power delivery, PCIe 4.0 ×4 (64 Gb/s), and DisplayPort 2.1 over USB-C cables.

Dell G16 has the latest generation HDMI connection.HDMI 2.1, the latest version since 2017, offers significant upgrades such as support for up to 10K at 120 Hz, Dynamic HDR, and Enhanced Audio Return Channel (eARC). Compared to HDMI 2.0's maximum 18.0 Gbit/s bandwidth, HDMI 2.1 provides increased bandwidth for more advanced features, surpassing its predecessor.

Ports
USB-A	3x USB 3.2 (latest)
USB Type-C	1x USB 4.0 (latest: USB4 2.0)
Thunderbolt	Thunderbolt 4 (latest: 5)
HDMI	1x HDMI 2.1 (latest)
Display Port	No
VGA	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes
SD CardReader	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

WEBCAM

Dell G16 has 0.92 MP front camera resulting poor quality for video conferencing.

Webcamera Specs
Webcam	1280 x 720
Webcam Resolution	1280 x 720
	0.92 MP

KEYBOARD and TOUCHPAD

Dell G16 has Island type keyboard, which is used on majority of recent laptops.

Keyboard and Touchpad
Keyboard Type	Island
Numpad	No
Backlight	Yes
Touchpad Size	10.5 x 6.0 cm
Touchpad Area	63.0 cm²
Touchpad Surface Material	Plastic
Windows Precision	Yes

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