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Dell G15 5530 gaming laptop in Dark Shadow Grey, front and rear views
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Dell G15 5530

Expert rating7.9 / 10

CPU:
Core i7-13650HX
GPU:
RTX 4060 8GB
RAM:
16GB DDR5
Display:
15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 165Hz

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Manufacturer: Dell Last updated: 2026-10-08

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Dell G15 5530 Review

Dell G15 5530 is a 15.6-inch gaming laptop with a Core i7-13650HX (14 cores), GeForce RTX 4060 (140 W), 16GB DDR5, 512GB NVMe SSD and a 1920x1080 165Hz IPS display.

A value gaming laptop for 1080p play. The RTX 4060 can draw up to 140 W, and the 165 Hz IPS panel covers 100% sRGB. Both SO-DIMM slots are used, with a 32 GB maximum, and there are 2 M.2 slots with 1 free. No SATA bay is listed. The weight is 2.85 kg, so it is on the heavy side, and the battery is 86Wh with a 240 W adapter. It has no Thunderbolt and WiFi 6.

Overview

The G15 5530 pairs Raptor Lake HX with an RTX 4060 at 1080p, and uniquely among current gaming laptops keeps a 2.5-inch SATA bay free for a low-cost storage add-on.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating7.9 / 10

The G15 5530 has a Core i7-13650HX, an RTX 40 series GPU with 8GB of VRAM and 16GB of DDR5 in SO-DIMM slots. The 15.6-inch 1080p IPS panel runs at 165Hz, the 86Wh battery is large and there is a free storage slot. It suits 1080p gaming and CPU-heavy work.

It weighs 2.85 kg and has no Thunderbolt port. The 1080p panel limits 1440p gaming, and the size is wrong for anyone wanting a thin, light machine.

Best for

  • Budget 1080p gaming
  • Storage upgraders wanting a cheap SATA add-on

Not for

  • 1440p gaming
  • Thin/light preference

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity and variant

BrandDell
SeriesDell G15
Series IDdell-g15-5530
SKU NameG15 5530 (i7-13650HX, RTX 4060, 16GB, 512GB)
Chassis Code5530
Region SoldGlobal

Class and platform

Laptop ClassGaming
Release Year2023
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
Weight2.85 kg

Processor

CPU BrandIntel
CPU ModelCore i7-13650HX
CPU Cores14

Sustained power

Sustained Power SourceNot Measured
Power Adapter Wattage240 W

Graphics

GPU BrandNVIDIA
GPU ModelGeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU
VRAM8 GB
GPU Max Graphics Power140 W
Graphics SwitchingOptimus

Memory

RAM Capacity16 GB
RAM TypeDDR5
Memory Form FactorSO-DIMM
Memory SolderedNo
Max RAM Supported32 GB

Upgradability

RAM Slots2
RAM Slots Free0
Storage Slots2
Storage Slots Free1
Storage Form FactorM.2 2280
SATA Bay PresentNo

Storage as shipped

Storage Capacity512 GB
Storage TypeNVMe SSD

Display

Display Size15.6 inches
Resolution Width1920 px
Resolution Height1080 px
Refresh Rate165 Hz
Panel TypeIPS
Brightness ConditionVendor Unstated
sRGB Coverage100 %
TouchscreenNo

Battery and ports

Battery Capacity86 Wh
Thunderbolt SupportNone
WiFi StandardWiFi 6

FAQs

What CPU and GPU does the Dell G15 5530 have?

It has a Core i7-13650HX with 14 cores and a GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU with 8 GB of VRAM and 140 W maximum graphics power.

Can you upgrade the RAM and storage on the Dell G15 5530?

It has 16 GB DDR5 in two SO-DIMM slots, both used, with a maximum of 32 GB. There are 2 M.2 slots with 1 free.

What display does the Dell G15 5530 have?

It has a 15.6-inch 1920x1080 IPS panel at 165 Hz with 100% sRGB coverage and no touchscreen.

Does the Dell G15 5530 have Thunderbolt?

No, Thunderbolt support is listed as None. Wireless is WiFi 6.

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