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Laptop Dell Precision 5520

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The Dell Precision 5520 is a mobile workstation laptop designed to deliver optimal performance in a sleek and modern format. With a 15.6-inch screen in Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels), it ensures a high-quality visual experience, ideal for professionals and content creators.

Equipped with an Intel® Core™ i5-7440HQ 4-core processor, running up to 3.8 GHz in Turbo mode, the Dell Precision 5520 ensures smooth execution of demanding applications. Its 8 Go DDR4 RAM can be expanded up to 32 Go, providing optimal flexibility for multitasking.

Storage is provided by a 256 Go SSD, allowing for quick data access and efficient system boot-up. Additionally, the product comes with a Thunderbolt™ 3 port, offering high data transfer speeds and versatile connectivity.

The stereo audio system, accompanied by Waves brand speakers, promises an immersive sound experience, while the 0.92 MP front camera enables quality video calls. Connectivity is enhanced with Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 options, facilitating wireless exchanges with other devices.

Finally, the 56 Wh hybrid battery ensures extended battery life, ideal for users on the go. The Dell Precision 5520, with its compact design and advanced features, is a solid choice for professionals seeking a powerful and portable workstation.

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User Manual
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Editorial note

The Dell Precision 5520 stands out for its optimal performance thanks to a 7th generation Intel® Core™ i5 processor, reaching a Turbo frequency of up to 3.8 GHz. This power allows for smooth execution of demanding tasks, although the base internal memory of 8 GB may prove insufficient for users with heavier multitasking needs. In terms of design, this laptop features a modern and sleek look, with a lightweight chassis of 1780 g that enhances its portability. This aspect is particularly appreciated for a mobile workstation, offering a robustness that reassures during travel. The user experience is generally positive thanks to a 15.6-inch Full HD display that ensures exceptional picture quality. The stereo audio system and the built-in microphone are also major assets for conferences and video calls. However, some drawbacks deserve to be highlighted. The absence of an optical drive could pose a problem for those wishing to read or burn CDs/DVDs. Additionally, connectivity is limited, particularly due to the lack of USB 2.0 ports and multiple USB 3.2 ports, which can complicate use with older peripherals. Finally, although the battery capacity is adequate for prolonged use, the weight of 1780 g may make it less portable for users seeking a lightweight device to carry frequently. Overall, the Dell Precision 5520 is a solid option for those looking for a high-performance and well-designed laptop, despite some limitations in connectivity and portability.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is overall positive thanks to a 15.6-inch Full HD screen and a high-quality stereo audio system, ideal for conferences and video calls.

Performance

Performance is optimal thanks to a 7th generation Intel® Core™ i5 processor, offering a Turbo frequency of up to 3.8 GHz, although the base internal memory of 8 GB may be insufficient for heavy tasks.

Design

The design is sleek and modern, with a lightweight chassis of 1780 g that facilitates portability while providing appreciable robustness for a mobile workstation.

Features

Thunderbolt™ 3.0 technology allows for ultra-fast data transfers, but the lack of an optical drive and USB 2.0 ports may limit connectivity with certain devices.

Battery life

The battery capacity is adequate for prolonged use, but the weight of 1780 g may make the device less portable for users on the go.

Advantages

High-performance Intel® Core™ i5 processor

15.6-inch Full HD display

Lightweight and sturdy chassis

Expandable memory up to 32 GB

Fast Thunderbolt™ 3.0 technology

High-quality stereo audio system

Disadvantages

No built-in optical drive

Insufficient base memory

Few available USB ports

Relatively high weight

Limited 15.6-inch screen

Technical Specifications Precision 5520

General Information

Design

  • Product type
    Mobile workstation
  • Product color
    Black, silver
  • Format
    Flap

Memory

  • Type of internal memory
    DDR4-SDRAM
  • Internal memory
    8 GB
  • Memory frequency
    2400 MHz
  • Memory configuration (slot x size)
    1 x 8 GB
  • Memory locations
    2x SO-DIMM
  • Maximum internal memory
    32 GB
  • Memory support
    SO-DIMM

Representation / realization

  • Motherboard chipset
    Intel® CM238

Other features

  • Maximum internal memory (64-bit)
    32 GB
  • LightScribe
    No
  • LightScribe
    No
  • Width of the power adapter
    66 mm
  • Power adapter height
    22 mm
  • Power adapter depth
    143 mm
  • Power adapter included
    Yes

Storage support

  • Capacity of the Solid State Drive (SSD)
    256 GB
  • Storage media
    SSD
  • Built-in memory card reader
    Yes
  • Compatible memory cards
    SD, SDHC, SDXC
  • Optical reader
    No
  • Capacity of the Solid State Drive (SSD)
    256 GB
  • Number of installed SSDs
    1

Screen

  • Screen size
    15.6 "
  • Screen resolution
  • Touch screen
    1920 x 1080 pixels
  • LED backlighting
  • Type HD
    No
  • Display area
  • Image format
    Yes
  • Screen brightness
  • Type of panel
    Full HD
  • Matte
  • 16:9
  • 400 cd/m²
  • IPS

Graphique

  • Dedicated graphics card adapter
    No
  • Distinct graphics adapter model
    Unavailable
  • Graphics adapter model included
    Intel® HD Graphics 630
  • Integrated graphics card
    Yes
  • Base frequency of integrated graphics card
    350 MHz
  • Dynamic frequency (max) of integrated graphics card
    1000 MHz
  • ID of the integrated graphics card
    0x591B
  • Maximum memory of integrated graphics card
    64 GB
  • Integrated graphics card DirectX version
    12.0
  • OpenGL version of integrated graphics card
    4.4

Audio

  • Speaker manufacturer
    Waves
  • Built-in microphone
    Yes
  • Audio system
    MaxxAudio Pro
  • Number of built-in speakers
    2

Camera

  • Front camera
    Yes
  • Front camera resolution (digital)
    0.92 MP
  • Front camera resolution
    1280 x 720 pixels
  • Video capture speed
    30 fps

Network

  • Wifi
    Yes
  • Wifi
    Yes
  • Wifi standards
    Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Ethernet/LAN
    No
  • Bluetooth model
    4.2

Connectivity

  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • USB standby and charging ports
    2
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Quantity of Thunderbolt 3 ports
    1
  • HDMI version
    1.4
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • Quantity of Thunderbolt 3 ports
    1
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • USB watch and charge
    Yes
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • Number of CardBus PCMCIA Housing(s)
    0
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • USB watch and charge
    Yes
  • SmartCard Housing
    No
  • USB standby and charging ports
    2
  • Charging port type
    DC-in jack

Keyboard

  • Pointing device
    Touchpad
  • Numeric keypad
    No
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes
  • Backlight keyboard
    Yes

Software

  • Installed operating system
    Windows 10 Pro
  • Operating System Architecture
    64-bit
  • Drivers included
    Yes

Special features of the processor

  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Supported instruction set
    AVX 2.0, SSE4.1, SSE4.2
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • The available built-in options
    No
  • Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
    2.0
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • CPU Configuration (max)
    1
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • The available built-in options
    No
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Processor packaging size
    42 x 28 mm
  • Conflict-free processor
    Yes
  • Processor ID ARK
    97459

Battery

  • Battery technology
    Lithium Polymer (LiPo)
  • Battery capacity
    56 Wh
  • Number of battery cells
    3
  • Battery voltage
    11.4 V

Power

  • AC power adapter
    130 W
  • Power adapter frequency
    50 - 60 Hz
  • Input voltage of the power adapter
    100 - 240 V
  • Output current of the power adapter
    6.67 A
  • Output voltage of the power adapter
    19.5 V

Security

  • TPM chip (Trusted Platform Module)
    Yes
  • Cable lock location type
    Kensington
  • TPM chip (Trusted Platform Module)
    Yes
  • Password protection
    BIOS, HDD, SSD, Supervisor, User
  • TPM chip (Trusted Platform Module)
    Yes

Weight and dimensions

  • Weight
    1780 g
  • Width
    357 mm
  • Depth
    235.3 mm
  • Height
    11.1 mm
  • Height (front)
    11.48 mm
  • Height (rear)
    16.82 mm

Packaging contents

  • Warranty card
    Yes
  • Warranty card
    Yes
  • Warranty card
    Yes
  • Warranty card
    Yes

Environmental conditions

  • Operating vibrations
    0.66 G
  • Operating relative humidity (H-H)
    10 - 90 %
  • Shock out of operation
    160 G
  • Operating temperature
    0 - 40 °C
  • Operating altitude
    -15.2 - 3048 m
  • Vibrations out of operation
    1.3 G
  • Non-operating altitude
    -15.2 - 10668 m
  • Temperature out of operation
    -40 - 70 °C
  • Relative humidity rate (storage)
    10 - 95 %
  • Shock during operation
    110 G

Sustainability

  • Sustainability certificates
    ENERGY STAR

Processor

  • Processor family
    Intel® Core™ i5
  • Processor model
    i5-7440HQ
  • Processor Turbo Frequency
    3.8 GHz
  • Number of processor threads
    4
  • Number of processor threads
    4
  • Processor cache memory
    6 MB
  • Processor frequency
    2.8 GHz
  • Processor lithography
    14 nm
  • Computer bus
    - GT/s
  • Version of PCI Express locations
    3.0
  • Processor operating modes
    64-bit
  • Tjunction
    100 °C
  • PCI Express Configurations
    1x16, 1x8+2x4, 2x8
  • Thermal envelope (TDP, Thermal Design Power)
    45 W
  • Processor code name
    Kaby Lake
  • Maximum number of PCI Express lanes
    16
  • Processor cache type
    Smart Cache
  • ECC supported by the processor
    No
  • Processor series
    Intel Core i5-7400 Mobile Series
  • Processor manufacturer
    Intel
  • Configurable TDP down
    35 W
  • Processor generation
    Intel® Core™ i5 7th generation

Frequently Asked Questions

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What are the dimensions of my laptop screen?
The size of your laptop is usually indicated in inches, with 1 inch being equivalent to 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 HDMI mean?
HDMI stands for High-Definition Multimedia Interface. An HDMI cable allows for the transmission of audio and video signals between different devices.
What is the best method to clean my laptop?
To remove fingerprints, use a slightly damp cleaning cloth or a soft, clean cloth. To eliminate dust in hard-to-reach areas, it is recommended to use compressed air.
How can I clean my keyboard?
Tilt the keyboard upside down and use a can of compressed air to dislodge 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. The range of this connection can reach up to ten meters in most cases.
What is the weight of the Dell Precision 5520?
The weight of the Dell Precision 5520 is 1780 g.
What is the size of the Dell Precision 5520 screen?
The screen of the Dell Precision 5520 measures 15.6 inches.
What is the height of the Dell Precision 5520?
The height of the Dell Precision 5520 is 11.1 mm.
What is the resolution of the Dell Precision 5520 screen?
The resolution of the Dell Precision 5520 screen is 1920 x 1080 pixels.
What is the width of the Dell Precision 5520?
The Dell Precision 5520 has a width of 357 mm.
What is the depth of the Dell Precision 5520?
The depth of the Dell Precision 5520 is 235.3 mm.
Is the manual for the Dell Precision 5520 available in French?
Unfortunately, the manual for the Dell Precision 5520 is not available in French. It is only offered in English.

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General Information

The Dell Precision 5520 is a laptop from the brand Dell, known for its innovation and quality in the IT sector. This model, identified by the reference Precision 5520 | CUP5520D1AU, is designed to deliver optimal performance, suitable for professionals and demanding users. It is easily identifiable by its unique EAN code: 5397064010805, 5397064010904, 5397064010911.

Design

Classified as a mobile workstation, the Dell Precision 5520 stands out with its sleek design, available in black and silver. Its bar format design facilitates use in various contexts while providing an immersive audio experience thanks to quality speakers.

Memory

Equipped with DDR4-SDRAM memory, the Dell Precision 5520 has 8 GB of RAM, expandable up to 32 GB, allowing for efficient management of multiple applications simultaneously. Its operating frequency of 2400 MHz ensures optimal performance for all your tasks. It also offers two SO-DIMM slots for increased flexibility when expanding memory.

Representation / Implementation

The motherboard of the Dell Precision 5520 features the Intel® CM238 chipset, ensuring efficient resource management and reliable performance for professional use.

Other Features

The maximum storage capacity of the device is 32 GB, providing ample space for your applications and data. Although it is not compatible with 3D technology, the LightScribe system allows for labels to be burned directly onto discs. Additionally, it comes with a power adapter, making it easy to use right out of the box.

Storage Support

The Dell Precision 5520 is equipped with a SSD with a capacity of 256 GB, ensuring quick access to data. It includes a memory card reader compatible with SD, SDHC, and SDXC formats, but does not have an optical drive.

Screen

Its 15.6-inch screen offers a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, ensuring Full HD display quality. Although the screen is not touch-sensitive, it features LED backlighting and a matte surface, reducing glare for a pleasant viewing experience.

Graphics

The Dell Precision 5520 integrates Intel® HD Graphics 630, providing adequate graphics performance for everyday tasks. Although it does not have a dedicated graphics card, it offers a maximum dynamic frequency of 1000 MHz for a satisfactory multimedia experience.

Audio

The stereo audio system, designed by Waves, ensures an immersive sound experience. It is also equipped with a built-in microphone for clear communications during video calls.

Camera

The front camera allows for video calls with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels and a video capture speed of 30 fps, ensuring smooth recordings.

Network

The Dell Precision 5520 supports Bluetooth 4.2 and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), ensuring fast and reliable wireless connections. However, it does not have an Ethernet/LAN port.

Connectivity

In terms of ports, the Dell Precision 5520 is equipped with a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port and an HDMI port. It does not include USB 2.0 ports, which may limit connectivity for some older devices.

Keyboard

The full-size keyboard is backlit, making it easier to use in low-light conditions. The touchpad allows for smooth navigation, although there is no numeric keypad.

Software

The Dell Precision 5520 comes with Windows 10 Pro pre-installed, offering a user-friendly interface and a 64-bit architecture for efficient resource management.

Processor

This model is equipped with an Intel® Core™ i5-7440HQ processor, which operates at a frequency of 2.8 GHz with a Turbo frequency of up to 3.8 GHz. With 4 cores and 4 threads, it provides adequate performance for professional applications.

Battery

The Dell Precision 5520 uses a nickel-metal hybrid (NiMH) battery with a capacity of 56 Wh for extended use. It consists of 3 cells, ensuring satisfactory battery life.

Dimensions and Weight

Weighing 1780 g, the Dell Precision 5520 is designed to be portable while maintaining dimensions of 357 mm x 235.3 mm x 11.1 mm.

Durability

This model meets ENERGY STAR durability standards, reflecting its commitment to energy efficiency and environmental protection.