DELL
DELL Precision 3550 laptop i5-10310U 8GB 256GB 15.6" HD
15.6-inch mobile workstation with a quad-core i5-10310U, 8 GB memory, 256 GB SSD and HD display
- ColorGray
- Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
- CPU TypeIntel Core i5 10th Gen
- Processor NameIntel Core i5-10310U
- Core NameCoffee Lake
- Turbo Frequency4.40 GHz
- Quad-core i5-10310U reaches 4.40 GHz turbo for responsive workloads
- 256 GB SSD and 8 GB memory keep projects loading quickly
- 6 inch 1366 x 768 HD panel shows clear detail without glare
- Carbon-fibre chassis weighs 1.86 kg for easy mobility
- Thunderbolt port plus USB 3.2 Gen 1 and HDMI connect peripherals fast
Mobile workstation for professionals
The Dell Precision 3550 is a 15.6 inch mobile workstation running Windows 10 Pro. It targets engineers and analysts who need a portable system for CAD, simulation or data workloads. The carbon-fibre chassis keeps weight to 1.86 kg while meeting MIL-STD durability standards. Buyers who want a thin-and-light ultrabook or a dedicated gaming GPU should look elsewhere.
Quad-core CPU with 4.40 GHz turbo
The Intel Core i5-10310U provides four cores and a maximum turbo frequency of 4.40 GHz. That clock speed is the single figure that determines whether the laptop can finish your compile or render jobs within an acceptable time window. The 8 GB of memory and 256 GB SSD are soldered or limited to one slot, so capacity cannot be expanded later.
Sustained performance under load
Under continuous multi-threaded load the processor settles near its 1.7 GHz base frequency while the integrated graphics share system memory. Thermal throttling appears after several minutes of full utilisation, so long batch jobs run slower than the peak turbo figure suggests. The 1366 x 768 HD panel draws little power, helping battery life during lighter tasks.
Highlights
- Quad-core i5-10310U reaches 4.40 GHz turbo for responsive workloads
- 256 GB SSD and 8 GB memory keep projects loading quickly
- 6 inch 1366 x 768 HD panel shows clear detail without glare
- Carbon-fibre chassis weighs 1.86 kg for easy mobility
- Thunderbolt port plus USB 3.2 Gen 1 and HDMI connect peripherals fast
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | Precision |
| Model | Precision 3550 Laptop |
| Part Number | Precision 3550 Laptop |
| Color | Gray |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro |
| CPU Type | Intel Core i5 10th Gen |
| Processor Name | Intel Core i5-10310U |
| Core Name | Coffee Lake |
| Turbo Frequency | 4.40 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 4 |
| Screen Size | 15.6" |
| Touchscreen | Non-Touch Screen |
| Display Type | HD |
| Resolution | 1366 x 768 |
| Graphic Type | Integrated Card |
| SSD | 256GB |
| HDD | No |
| Memory | 8GB |
| WLAN | 802.11ac Wireless LAN |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Touchpad | Yes |
| Webcam | Yes |
| Style | Standard |
| Type | Workstation |
| Usage | Business |
Questions about this item
What does the 4.4 GHz turbo speed actually deliver in daily work?
The quad-core i5-10310U reaches 4.4 GHz on short bursts, so compile jobs, spreadsheet recalculations and CAD viewport rotations finish faster before the chip settles back to its 1.7 GHz base.
What does the USB-C Thunderbolt port support on this Precision 3550?
The USB-C port carries Thunderbolt for video, data and charging through one cable, letting you drive an external display or attach a dock without using the separate HDMI output.
Will the 15.6 inch chassis fit in a standard 15 inch laptop sleeve?
At 14.13 inches wide, 9.30 inches deep and a maximum rear height of 0.59 inches, the Precision 3550 matches typical 15.6 inch sleeve dimensions and weighs 4.09 lbs.
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