Dell 15.6 Precision 5530 Mobile Workstation

Designed with powerful performance and a thin, light form factor, the 15.6″ Precision 5530 Mobile Workstation from Dell is powered by a 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7-8850H Six-Core processor that allows you to run multiple applications simultaneously. The processor also features a boost speed of up to 4.3 GHz and the system’s 16GB of 2666 MHz DDR4 RAM, which may be upgraded to 32GB, allows the computer to quickly access frequently used files and programs and help to ensure efficient multitasking. The system’s memory comes in a 1 x 16GB configuration and there is one additional memory slot available for upgrades, each of which can take up to 16GB.

The 15.6″ UltraSharp IPS display features a Full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution, a 16:9 aspect ratio, LED backlighting, 400 cd/m2 brightness, a contrast ratio of 1500:1, a refresh rate of 60 Hz, viewing angles of 178°, and 72% color gamut coverage. The dedicated NVIDIA Quadro P1000 graphics card has 4GB of GDDR5 RAM and delivers a sharp, clear picture. You’ll also be able to output video to an external display using the built-in HDMI 2.0 port at resolutions up to 3840 x 2160.

For storage of your files, this Precision 5530 is equipped with a 512GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD, as well as an empty 2.5″ / 7mm bay for additional internal storage. If you want to add external storage, optical drives, memory card readers, and more, the Precision 5530 offers one Thunderbolt 3 port, which offers PowerShare, and two USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports, which offer power delivery. Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) dual-band Wi-Fi are built-in for wired and wireless networking, and Bluetooth 5.0 technology will also allow you to connect additional compatible peripherals. So that content from memory cards may be accessed, a built-in SD 4.0 card reader supports SD/SDHC/SDXC UHS-II flash media and lets users download content from their digital camera. Other integrated features include a 720p webcam, dual integrated microphones, and stereo speakers.

The Precision 5530 Mobile Workstation includes a power cord, a 130W AC adapter that operates using 100-240 VAC at 50-60 Hz, and a 6-cell / 97Wh lithium-ion battery with ExpressCharge. The installed operating system is Windows 10 Pro (64-bit) and protection is provided by a limited 3-year hardware warranty with onsite/in-home service after remote diagnosis.

General Features
Power as Big as Your Ideas
Experience innovation with the thinner, lighter, and premium-built Precision 5530. Built with a 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7-8850H Six-Core processor, 16GB of 2666 MHz DDR4 memory, and an NVIDIA Quadro P1000 graphics card, the Precision 5530 is engineered with power that rivals your own ingenuity.
Compact Design
Dell has fit a 15.6″ display into a 14″chassis.
Speed Up Your Workflow
An 8th Gen 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7-8850H Six-Core processor delivers the power for getting the most out of demanding professional software.
Faster Memory Speeds
Work with fast memory speeds, thanks to optional memory up to 3200 MHz.
Expandable Storage
Access, transfer, and store large 3D, video, and multimedia files quickly and easily with up to 3TB of SSD storage, a feat rarely seen on mobile workstations with such a thin and light frame.
Office Integration
An integrated Thunderbolt 3 port, which operates using PCIe x4 and a USB Type-C interface, keeps you connect to most everything you need. There is also an HDMI 2.0 port.
Thermals
The cooling system features dual fans, designed to improve airflow and keep your system cool under heavy workloads.
Boot Up Faster
Launch your most-used files and applications in a flash with separately-sold Intel Optane memory. Adaptive to user needs, it pre-loads and accelerates frequently-used applications and files, providing better responsiveness without compromising storage capacity. Everyday tasks are up to twice as responsive with Intel Optane memory.
Tuned Performance
Free with your Precision workstation, the Dell Precision Optimizer delivers faster application optimization with a single click. It also automatically tunes your workstation to run popular ISV applications faster, has automated system updates, and provides analytics to address resource bottlenecks.
Customized Performance
Upgrade to the Dell Precision Optimizer Premium version, an AI-based performance optimizer for workstations. This program learns the behavior of user-specified applications, identifies optimization opportunities using machine learning, and applies performance improvements.
Secure
Dell provides data security solutions that meet security challenges and business concerns head-on to protect your most critical and at-risk asset, your data. With Dell Data Security solutions, end users can work where and how they want knowing that their data is protected. Dell Data Guardian protects data wherever it goes while Dell Endpoint Security Suite, powered by Cylance, stops up to 99% of malware.
Manageable
Part of Dell’s most manageable line of commercial systems feature the free Dell Client Command Suite toolkit for flexible and automated BIOS and system configurations. Optional vPro extensions allow for out-of-band systems management.
Reliable
The Precision mobile workstation has been subjected to MIL-STD 810G testing, ensuring durability and reliability for wherever your job takes you.
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 features a maximum throughput of 5 Gb/s. USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 3.0 are synonymous.
Thunderbolt 3
Thunderbolt 3 is a hardware interface that utilizes the reversible USB Type-C connector. Doubling the speed of its predecessor, Thunderbolt 3 features a maximum throughput of 40 Gb/s when used with compatible devices. The connector also transmits data via USB 3.1 at up to 10 Gb/s, and dual-bandwidth DisplayPort 1.2 allows you to connect up to two 4K displays simultaneously. Additionally, you can daisy chain up to six devices from a single Thunderbolt 3 port.
Windows 10 Pro
Start Menu
After its hiatus in Windows 8, the Start Menu has returned. Utilizing a combination of the traditional menu system and Windows 8’s Live Tiles, the improved Start Menu gives you more information at a glance, showing notification information alongside your applications and other pinned items.
Cortana
Microsoft’s digital personal assistant, Cortana, can answer your questions with information gleaned from both your device and the Internet at large. You can type or even talk with her, if your system has a microphone. Using her Laptop, Cortana keeps track of your needs and wants, and she learns over time to improve her information-gathering skills.
Microsoft Edge
After nearly 20 years, Microsoft has finally replaced its Internet Explorer web browser. With Microsoft Edge, users can write directly on web pages and share notes with friends and colleagues. It also improves the online reading experience by adding a distraction-free mode and read-it-later functionality. Edge also has built-in Cortana integration; you can have her help you find a restaurant, make a reservation, and pull up directions without leaving your browser.
Windows Store
For Windows 10, Microsoft has unified the Windows Store. Now, apps for PCs, tablets, and phones will all be accessible from one place. And with support for Universal Apps, one version of an app can work across all your compatible devices automatically.
Windows Continuum
Windows 10 was designed for a variety of screen sizes and input styles, and with its Continuum feature, it automatically adapts to fit your needs. A Windows 10 tablet on its own requires a touch-centric approach, but attaching a mouse and keyboard will shift everything to a more traditional interface. You can even attach an external monitor to your Windows 10 phone for a near-desktop experience. But it’s not just the operating system; Windows Universal Apps take advantage of Continuum as well.
Xbox on Windows 10
Gaming is a big focus of Windows 10. Xbox integration allows for PC players to match up against Xbox One players on supported games, and if you have an Xbox One, you can even stream compatible titles to your PC. Native support for recording with the new Game DVR feature makes it easy to capture and share your gameplay. The new DirectX12 takes better advantage of multi-core processors, giving games a performance boost, even on older hardware. Windows 10 also features native support for virtual reality headsets, such as the Oculus Rift.
Windows 10 Pro
The Pro version of Windows 10 includes all the features of Windows 10 Home plus many designed specifically for business users, including Hyper-V virtualization, BitLocker disk encryption, and remote desktop access. Devices will also be able to join domains and the Azure Active Directory, and they can even access a specialized version of the Windows Store featuring custom, company-specific applications.

In the Box
Dell 15.6″ Precision 5530 Mobile Workstation
Power Adapter & Cord
Microsoft Office 30-Day Trial
1-Year Warranty