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Black Dell Precision 3540 laptop closed showing matte finish and compact 15.6 inch form factor

DELL

DELL Precision 3540 laptop i5-8365U 16GB 512GB SSD 15.6" FHD

SKU CH-FTQ4-CGMEV

15.6-inch FHD anti-glare mobile workstation with 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8365U, 16GB DDR4, 512GB NVMe SSD, backlit keyboard and Windows 10 Pro

  • ColorBlack
  • Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Processor Name4000+
  • Screen Size15.6"
  • TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
  • 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8365U quad-core processor for responsive multitasking
  • 16GB DDR4 memory handles demanding workloads smoothly
  • 512GB NVMe SSD provides fast storage and quick boot
  • 6" FHD anti-glare display delivers clear visuals
  • Windows 10 Pro pre-installed for business-ready security

Mobile workstation for business users

The Dell Precision 3540 is a 15.6 inch mobile workstation aimed at professionals who need a portable Windows 10 Pro system. It combines an 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8365U processor with 16GB of DDR4 memory and a 512GB NVMe solid-state drive. The anti-glare FHD WVA display provides a 1920 x 1080 resolution at 220 nits brightness.

Sustained performance with quad-core processor

The i5-8365U operates at a 1.60GHz base frequency and can reach 4.10GHz turbo across its four cores with 6MB cache. Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles visual output using system memory. The 42 Whr battery supports ExpressCharge while the 90W barrel adapter supplies power during extended workloads.

Connectivity limits of the integrated interface

Wireless connectivity relies on Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9560 with 802.11ac MU-MIMO 2x2 and Bluetooth 5.0. Wired networking uses a single RJ-45 port. Video output is available through the USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 2 port with DisplayPort alt mode and an HDMI port. The chassis includes two USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, one with PowerShare, plus a microSD card reader.

Highlights

  • 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8365U quad-core processor for responsive multitasking
  • 16GB DDR4 memory handles demanding workloads smoothly
  • 512GB NVMe SSD provides fast storage and quick boot
  • 6" FHD anti-glare display delivers clear visuals
  • Windows 10 Pro pre-installed for business-ready security

Specifications

BrandDELL
ModelDell Precision 3540
ColorBlack
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 8th Gen
Processor Name4000+
Screen Size15.6"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Resolution1920 x 1080
GPU/VPUIntegrated Graphics
Graphic TypeIntegrated Card
SSD512GB
Memory16GB
Memory SpeedDDR4 1866
WLAN802.11ac Wireless LAN
BluetoothYes
TouchpadYes
TypeMainstream

Questions about this item

How loud and hot does the Precision 3540 get when the i5-8365U runs at 4.10GHz all day on the 90W adapter?

The 42 Whr battery and 90W barrel adapter feed the 15W quad-core chip; fan noise rises under sustained 4.10GHz loads but stays at office-friendly levels.

Which cables and peripherals must I already own to use the USB-C 3.1 Gen 2, HDMI and RJ-45 ports on this 3540?

The laptop ships with the 90W power adapter only; you need your own USB-C DisplayPort cable, HDMI cable and Ethernet patch cord for those ports.

Will my existing DDR4-1866 SO-DIMMs and M.2 PCIe NVMe drives work alongside the soldered 16GB and 512GB SSD in this unit?

Memory is soldered so no SO-DIMM upgrade is possible; the M.2 slot is occupied by the 512GB NVMe drive, leaving no free NVMe socket.

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