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Silver 15.6 inch Dell Precision 5530 mobile workstation

DELL

Dell Precision 5530 laptop i9-8950HK 16GB 256GB M.2 + 4TB SSD

SKU CH-82YS-2ME2Z

15.6-inch FHD mobile workstation with 6-core i9-8950HK, NVIDIA Quadro P2000 graphics, 16 GB DDR4 and dual 256 GB M.2 plus 4 TB SSD storage

  • ColorSilver
  • Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i9 8th Gen
  • Processor NameIntel Core i9-8950HK
  • Number of Cores6-core Processor
  • Screen Size15.6"

Options 16GB W11P

  • Hexa-core i9-8950HK up to 4.80 GHz powers heavy workloads
  • 4 TB + 256 GB M.2 storage holds massive project files
  • NVIDIA Quadro P2000 4 GB GDDR5 accelerates professional graphics
  • 6" FHD IPS panel covers 72 % colour gamut
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory with 32 GB maximum capacity

Mobile workstation for demanding workloads

The Dell Precision 5530 combines an 8th Gen Intel Core i9-8950HK six-core processor with an NVIDIA Quadro P2000 4GB GDDR5 GPU. It targets engineers, designers and analysts who need certified drivers and ISV optimisation in a 15.6" FHD IPS InfinityEdge display. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed and 16GB DDR4 memory supports multitasking across heavy applications.

Thermal behaviour and power profile

The cooling system uses dual fans to improve airflow and keep the chassis cool under sustained loads. Thunderbolt 3 and HDMI 2.0 ports enable external displays without taxing the internal GPU. The 256GB M.2 plus 4TB SSD storage array delivers fast boot and project access while the included AC adapter supplies power for the 4.80 GHz turbo ceiling.

Upgrade path and fit

This unit replaces ageing mobile workstations limited to quad-core CPUs and entry-level graphics. The hexa-core i9 and Quadro P2000 combination makes the jump worthwhile when rendering, simulation or large-assembly CAD workflows exceed the throughput of older dual-core or integrated-graphics platforms. Buyers who need more than 16GB RAM or a higher-colour-gamut panel should look elsewhere.

Highlights

  • Hexa-core i9-8950HK up to 4.80 GHz powers heavy workloads
  • 4 TB + 256 GB M.2 storage holds massive project files
  • NVIDIA Quadro P2000 4 GB GDDR5 accelerates professional graphics
  • 6" FHD IPS panel covers 72 % colour gamut
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory with 32 GB maximum capacity

Specifications

BrandDELL
SeriesPrecision
ModelDELL
Part Number5530
ColorSilver
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
CPU TypeIntel Core i9 8th Gen
Processor NameIntel Core i9-8950HK
Number of Cores6-core Processor
Screen Size15.6"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Wide Screen SupportYes
Display TypeFHD
Resolution1920 x 1080
PanelIPS
GPU/VPUNVIDIA Quadro P2000
Video Memory4GB
Graphic TypeDedicated Card
SSD4TB
HDDNo
Storage Spec256 GB + 4TB NVMe SSD
Memory16GB
Memory SpeedDDR4
Memory Spec8 GB x 2
Memory Slot (Available)0
Max Memory Supported32 GB
Optical Drive TypeNo
LAN10/100/1000Mbps
BluetoothYes
Thunderbolt1 x Thunderbolt 3
Video PortUSB-C 3.1 with PowerShare, DC-In & DisplayPort (2)
Ethernet1 x RJ-45 (1Gbps)
AudioIntegrated Sound card
SpeakerInternal Speakers
TouchpadYes
KeyboardStandard
Backlit KeyboardBacklit
WebcamYes
StyleStandard
TypeWorkstation
UsageBusiness
AC Adapter/Charger130-watt AC Adapter
Dimensions (W x D x H)12 x 8.3 x 0.7
Weight4 - 4.9 lbs.
Software IncludedNONE

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Questions about this item

How is the M.2 drive installed in the Precision 5530, and which slot should I use?

The 256 GB M.2 drive fits the single M.2 slot on the motherboard; insert it at an angle and secure with the captive screw — do not force it into the 2.5-inch bay.

What maintenance or replacement will the 4 TB SSD and 16 GB DDR4 RAM need later?

The 4 TB SSD has no moving parts and requires no routine service; the 16 GB DDR4 is soldered, so capacity cannot be upgraded — only the M.2 slot remains user-replaceable.

What thermal limit appears first during sustained loads on the i9-8950HK and Quadro P2000?

The dual-fan cooling reaches its airflow ceiling first, causing the six-core processor to throttle below its 4.80 GHz turbo before the GPU hits its own ceiling.

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