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Laptop Dell Latitude E5550

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The Dell Latitude E5550 is a laptop designed to provide reliable performance and an optimized user experience. Equipped with an Intel® Core™ i5-4210U processor running at a frequency of 1.7 GHz, it allows for multitasking thanks to its 2 cores and 4 threads. Its internal memory of 4 GB DDR3L-SDRAM is expandable up to 8 GB, ensuring smooth usage for various applications.

Its 15.6-inch screen with a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels offers a pleasant visual experience, while the LED backlighting technology enhances visibility in different lighting conditions. The Dell Latitude E5550 also features an Intel® HD Graphics 4400 graphics card, providing sufficient graphical performance for multimedia tasks.

With a storage capacity of 500 GB HDD, this computer allows for the retention of a large amount of data, and its SATA III interface ensures fast transfer. Its connectivity is enhanced by support for Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) and Bluetooth 4.0, facilitating connection to various wireless devices.

The sleek black design, combined with a glass fiber and plastic chassis, ensures both durability and lightness, with a weight of approximately 2.14 kg. The hybrid nickel-metal (NiMH) battery with 4 cells provides adequate autonomy for daily use.

In summary, the Dell Latitude E5550 is a versatile laptop, ideal for professionals seeking a robust and high-performing device for their daily tasks.

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Editorial note

The Dell Latitude E5550 is a laptop that stands out for its reliable performance, particularly thanks to its Intel® Core™ i5 processor, which ensures smooth execution of daily tasks. Its sleek black design, combined with durable materials like fiberglass and plastic, gives it a modern look while ensuring robustness and longevity. Additionally, the generous storage capacity of 500 GB allows for the retention of a large amount of files, applications, and media, which is an asset for professional users. However, the Dell Latitude E5550 has some drawbacks. The internal memory of 4 GB may prove insufficient for multitasking users or those running heavy applications. Furthermore, the screen resolution, limited to 1366 x 768 pixels, may not satisfy users demanding in terms of graphics and video. The lack of a touchscreen and USB 2.0 or Thunderbolt ports also limits connectivity with some recent peripherals. Finally, its weight of 2140 g may pose a portability issue for those needing a lightweight device for frequent use on the go. Regarding writing scores, the user experience is rated positively with a score of 75, although the absence of a touchscreen is a drawback for some. Performance receives a score of 80, highlighting the efficiency of the processor, but the limited memory remains a weak point. For the battery, the score of 70 indicates adequate autonomy, but there is a lack of precise information on the maximum usage duration. The design is appreciated, with a score of 85, while the value for money is deemed satisfactory with a score of 78. Connectivity features, with a score of 72, show limitations, and daily use is rated at 76, with the spill-resistant keyboard being a positive point, even though the weight may be an issue. Overall, the Dell Latitude E5550 is a solid choice for professional use, but some improvements, particularly in memory and screen resolution, would be desirable to optimize the user experience.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is generally positive thanks to a sleek and modern design, but the lack of a touchscreen may deter some users.

Performance

The Intel® Core™ i5 processor offers reliable performance for everyday tasks, but the internal memory limited to 4 GB may restrict multitasking users.

Battery life

The battery life is adequate for daily use, but more precise information on the maximum usage duration would be appreciated.

Design

The design is modern and attractive, with durable materials like fiberglass and plastic, offering good robustness.

Value for money

The value for money is satisfactory, with solid features for professional use, but improvements in screen resolution would be welcome.

Features

The connectivity features are extensive, but the absence of USB 2.0 and Thunderbolt ports limits compatibility with some recent devices.

Usability

The spill-resistant keyboard and touchpad enhance daily use, but the weight of 2140 g may affect portability for frequent use.

Advantages

High-performance Intel® Core™ i5 processor

Sleek design with durable materials

Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity

500 GB storage

15.6-inch LED display

Spill-resistant keyboard

Disadvantages

Memory limited to 4 GB.

Screen resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels.

No touchscreen.

No USB 2.0 ports.

Weight of 2140 g.

Technical Specifications Latitude E5550

General Information

Design

  • Product type
    Laptop
  • Product color
    Black
  • Format
    Hinge
  • Material of the case/body
    Glass fibre, Plastic

Processor

  • Processor frequency
    1.7 GHz
  • Processor family
    Intel® Core™ i5
  • Processor model
    i5-4210U
  • Processor Turbo Frequency
    2.7 GHz
  • Number of processor cores
    2
  • Number of processor threads
    4
  • Computer bus
    5 GT/s
  • Processor cache memory
    3 Mo
  • Processor cache type
    Smart Cache
  • System bus processor
    - MHz
  • Processor socket (processor receptacle)
    BGA 1168
  • Processor lithography
    22 nm
  • Processor operating modes
    64-bit
  • Stepping
    D0
  • Bus type
    DMI2
  • Processor code name
    Haswell
  • Parity FSB
    Non
  • Thermal envelope (TDP, Thermal Design Power)
    15 W
  • Processor series
    Intel Core i5-4200 Mobile series
  • Parity FSB
    Non
  • Maximum number of PCI Express lanes
    12
  • Version of PCI Express locations
    2.0
  • PCI Express Configurations
    4x1, 2x4
  • Tjunction
    100 °C
  • Processor manufacturer
    Intel
  • Processor generation
    Intel® Core™ i5 of 4th generation

Representation / realization

  • Motherboard chipset
    Intel SoC

Memory

  • Internal memory
    4 GB
  • Type of internal memory
    DDR3L-SDRAM
  • Memory frequency
    1600 MHz
  • Memory configuration (slot x size)
    1 x 4 GB
  • Memory locations
    1x SO-DIMM
  • Maximum internal memory
    8 GB
  • Memory support
    SO-DIMM

Other features

  • Maximum internal memory (64-bit)
    8 GB
  • LightScribe
    No
  • Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel® VT)
    VT-x
  • Power adapter included
    Yes
  • Segment marking Intel®
    Business

Storage support

  • Hard drive capacity
    500 GB
  • Storage media
    HDD
  • Number of installed hard drives
    1
  • Hard drive capacity
    500 GB
  • Hard drive interface
    SATA III
  • Hard disk rotation speed
    7200 RPM
  • Hard drive size
    2.5 "
  • Built-in memory card reader
    Yes
  • Optical reader
    No
  • Compatible memory cards
    SD

Screen

  • Display area
    -
  • Screen size
    15.6 "
  • Screen resolution
  • Touch screen
    1366 x 768 pixels
  • LED backlighting
  • Image format
    No
  • Screen brightness
  • Yes
  • 16:9
  • 200 cd/m²

Graphique

  • Distinct graphics adapter model
    -
  • Graphics adapter model included
    Intel® HD Graphics 4400
  • Base frequency of integrated graphics card
    200 MHz
  • Dynamic frequency (max) of integrated graphics card
    1000 MHz
  • Maximum memory of integrated graphics card
    1.74 GB
  • Integrated graphics card DirectX version
    12
  • ID of the integrated graphics card
    0xA16
  • Integrated graphics card
    Yes
  • Integrated graphics adapter family
    Intel® HD Graphics

Audio

  • Audio system
    -
  • Number of built-in speakers
    2
  • Built-in microphone
    Yes

Camera

  • Front camera
    Yes

Network

  • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
    Yes
  • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
    Yes
  • Wifi standards
    802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
    Yes
  • LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate
    10,100,1000 Mbit/s
  • Bluetooth model
    4.0
  • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
    Yes

Connectivity

  • Welcome connector
    -
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) type A ports
    3
  • USB standby and charging ports
    1
  • USB standby and charging ports
    1
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • USB standby and charging ports
    1
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • USB watch and charge
    Yes
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • USB watch and charge
    Yes
  • USB standby and charging ports
    1
  • Number of SATA III connectors
    4
  • Number of SATA III connectors
    4
  • Charging port type
    DC-in jack

Keyboard

  • Pointing device
    Touchpad
  • Keyboard layout
    QWERTY
  • Splash-resistant keyboard
    Yes
  • Splash-resistant keyboard
    Yes
  • Splash-resistant keyboard
    Yes
  • Splash-resistant keyboard
    Yes
  • Keyboard language
    American English

Software

  • Installed operating system
    Windows 7 Professional
  • Operating System Architecture
    64-bit
  • Recovery operating system included
    Windows 8.1 Pro

Special features of the processor

  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
    2.0
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • Processor packaging size
    40 x 24 x 1.5 mm
  • Supported instruction set
    AVX 2.0, SSE4.1, SSE4.2
  • Processor code
    SR1EF
  • CPU Configuration (max)
    1
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Version of Intel® security key technology
    1.00
  • Version of Intel® security key technology
    1.00
  • Version of Intel® security key technology
    1.00
  • Intel® ME firmware version
    9.5
  • Intel® TSX-NI Version
    0.00
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • The Intel® Rapid Storage technology
    Yes
  • Access Intel® Fast Memory
    No
  • Processor ID ARK
    81016

Battery

  • Battery technology
    Lithium Polymer (LiPo)
  • Number of battery cells
    4
  • Maximum battery life
    - h
  • Battery capacity
    51 Wh

Power

  • AC power adapter
    65 W
  • Power adapter frequency
    50 - 60 Hz
  • Input voltage of the power adapter
    100 - 240 V

Security

  • Cable anti-theft lock
    Yes

Weight and dimensions

  • Weight
    2140 g
  • Width
    376.9 mm
  • Depth
    255.2 mm
  • Height
    23.45 mm

Packaging contents

  • Power cord included
    Yes
  • Power cord included
    Yes

Sustainability

  • Sustainability certificates
    EPEAT Gold
  • ENERGY STAR

Frequently Asked Questions

What factors influence download speed on the Internet?
Download speed on the Internet is determined by the type of connection you are using. For example, a 25 Mb/s connection means that you should theoretically be able to download 25 MB per second.
What are the dimensions of my laptop screen?
The size of your laptop is usually indicated in inches, where 1 inch equals 2.54 centimeters. This measurement corresponds to the diagonal of the screen, which you should measure from the bottom left corner to the top right corner.
What does the acronym HDMI stand for?
HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. An HDMI cable is used to transmit audio and video signals between different devices.
What is the best method to clean my laptop?
To remove fingerprints, use a slightly damp cloth or a clean, soft cloth. For dust in hard-to-reach areas, compressed air spray is recommended.
How can I clean my keyboard?
Turn the keyboard upside down and use compressed air spray to remove dirt. The keys can also be cleaned with a damp cloth.
What is Bluetooth?
Bluetooth allows for the wireless transmission of data between electronic devices via radio waves. Generally, the communication distance between two devices can reach up to ten meters.
What is the weight of the Dell Latitude E5550?
The weight of the Dell Latitude E5550 is 2140 g.
What is the screen size of the Dell Latitude E5550?
The screen of the Dell Latitude E5550 measures 15.6 inches.
What is the height of the Dell Latitude E5550?
The height of the Dell Latitude E5550 is 23.45 mm.
What is the resolution of the Dell Latitude E5550 screen?
The resolution of the Dell Latitude E5550 screen is 1366 x 768 pixels.
What is the width of the Dell Latitude E5550?
The Dell Latitude E5550 has a width of 376.9 mm.
What is the depth of the Dell Latitude E5550?
The depth of the Dell Latitude E5550 is 255.2 mm.
Is the manual for the Dell Latitude E5550 available in French?
Unfortunately, the manual for the Dell Latitude E5550 is not available in French. It is only offered in English.

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General Information

The Dell Latitude E5550 is a laptop from the Dell brand, known for its commitment to quality and technological innovation. This model, designated Latitude E5550 | 462-9501, is designed to deliver solid performance and a satisfying user experience. It is identified by a unique EAN code, ensuring traceability in the distribution system.

Design

This model comes in an elegant black hue, combining modernity and sophistication. Its fiberglass and plastic construction not only ensures a pleasing aesthetic but also provides appreciable durability. The bar format of the Dell Latitude E5550 facilitates its use in various environments, making this device particularly suitable for professional use.

Processor

The Dell Latitude E5550 is equipped with an Intel® Core™ i5-4210U processor, operating at a base frequency of 1.7 GHz, with a Turbo Boost capability reaching 2.7 GHz. With two cores and four threads, it allows for efficient multitasking management. The processor is paired with a 3 MB cache, optimizing data processing. Its Haswell architecture and 22 nm lithography contribute to efficient energy performance.

Representation / Realization

The motherboard integrating the Intel SoC processor ensures smooth resource management, guaranteeing optimal performance for users.

Memory

The Dell Latitude E5550 has 4 GB of DDR3L-SDRAM memory, expandable up to 8 GB, which may prove insufficient for resource-intensive applications. The frequency of this memory is 1600 MHz, ensuring efficient use of common applications.

Storage Support

This model offers a storage capacity of 500 GB via an HDD, allowing for a substantial volume of data storage. The SATA III interface ensures fast data transfer, while the 7200 RPM rotational speed optimizes file access.

Screen

The 15.6-inch screen features a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels, providing adequate display quality for everyday tasks. Although it is not touch-enabled, the LED backlighting enhances visibility, and the 16:9 format promotes an immersive visual experience.

Graphics

The Dell Latitude E5550 integrates an Intel® HD Graphics 4400 graphics card, with a base frequency of 200 MHz and a maximum dynamic frequency of 1000 MHz. This configuration allows for a sufficient graphical experience for basic multimedia applications.

Audio

The stereo audio system produces quality sound through two built-in speakers. A microphone is also present, ideal for online communications and recordings.

Network

The Dell Latitude E5550 supports Bluetooth 4.0 and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), ensuring fast and reliable wireless connections. It is also equipped with an Ethernet port for a stable network connection.

Connectivity

This model includes an HDMI port and a VGA port, allowing for easy connection to various external devices. However, it does not have USB 2.0 and Thunderbolt ports, which may limit compatibility with some modern accessories.

Keyboard

The full-sized keyboard with QWERTY layout is designed for comfortable typing. It is spill-resistant, providing additional protection during daily use. The integrated touchpad allows for smooth navigation.

Software

The Dell Latitude E5550 comes pre-installed with Windows 7 Professional, offering a familiar and efficient interface. It also includes Windows 8.1 Pro as a recovery system, facilitating device restoration if needed.

Battery

The product is powered by a 51 Wh nickel-metal hybrid battery, ensuring reasonable autonomy for daily use. Composed of 4 cells, it provides reliable performance.

Weight and Dimensions

Weighing 2140 g, the Dell Latitude E5550 is slightly heavy for a laptop, which may affect its portability. Its dimensions of 376.9 mm in width, 255.2 mm in depth, and 23.45 mm in height ensure easy integration into various workspaces.

Durability

The Dell Latitude E5550 is EPEAT Gold and ENERGY STAR certified, demonstrating its commitment to energy efficiency and environmental respect.