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Dark gray Dell Precision 5540 laptop, 15.6 inch FHD non-touch screen, Grade A condition

DELL Refurbished

DELL J5-P5540A27 Precision 5540 i5-9400H 16GB 256GB NVMe 15.6 FHD laptop

SKU CH-ZNB4-4W56H MPN J5-P5540A27

Refurbished 15.6" FHD mobile workstation with quad-core i5-9400H, 16GB RAM and 256GB NVMe storage

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 9th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 630
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB NVMe
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Grade A cosmetic condition means excellent appearance
  • Intel Core i5-9400H quad-core at 2.5GHz handles workloads
  • 16GB memory supports multitasking smoothly
  • 256GB NVMe SSD provides fast storage access
  • 6" FHD display delivers 1920 x 1080 clarity

Precision 5540 workstation laptop

The Dell Precision 5540 is a 15.6 inch mobile workstation powered by a quad-core Intel Core i5-9400H processor running at 2.5 GHz with 8 MB cache. It comes with 16 GB of memory and a 256 GB NVMe solid-state drive. The 1920 x 1080 FHD non-touch display is driven by integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 using shared system memory. Windows 11 Pro 64-bit is pre-installed.

Sustained-load behaviour

Under continuous workloads the four cores maintain clock speeds within thermal limits while the integrated GPU shares the same cooling solution. The 16 GB memory capacity supports multi-tasking across engineering and design applications without excessive paging to the NVMe drive. Thunderbolt 3 and HDMI 2.0 ports allow additional external displays for expanded workspace during long sessions.

Thermals noise and power

The slim chassis measuring 14.06 x 9.27 x 0.44 inches and weighing 3.97 lbs uses a compact thermal design that spins fans audibly when both CPU and GPU are loaded. Surface temperatures rise around the keyboard deck and underside during extended use. The 256 GB NVMe drive generates minimal heat compared to mechanical storage.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Standard Laptops & Notebooks, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $350.99
Cheaper than about 75% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Higher than about 60% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Memory size 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 30,127 items is 16 GB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product linePrecision
Model namePrecision 5540
Part numberJ5-P5540A27
Product colorDark Gray
Cosmetic gradeGrade A (Excellent)
Design styleStandard
Product typeMainstream / Workstation
Recommended useMainstream / Workstation
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 9th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i5-9400H
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Processor codenameCoffee Lake
L3 cache size8 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Storage
SSD storage256 GB NVMe
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Widescreen compatibleYes
Display formatFHD
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 630
Video RAMShared system memory
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraYes
Ports & slots
USB ports2 x USB 3.1 Type-A
Thunderbolt ports1 x Thunderbolt 3
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.0
Additional ports1 x SD card slot
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Size & build
Overall dimensions14.06 in × 9.27 in × 0.44 in
Product weight3.97 lb (1.8 kg)
Shipping weight3.63 kg
Package size483 × 381 × 127 mm
In the box
Included items1x refurbished Laptop, 1x Power Adapter
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro

Questions about this item

How loud or hot does the Intel Core i5-9400H run when the Precision 5540 is under sustained load all day?

The quad-core i5-9400H operates at 2.5 GHz base frequency with 8 MB L3 cache; under continuous workloads the 15.6" chassis relies on its internal cooling design to manage thermals and fan noise.

Which cables or peripherals must I already own to connect external displays to the HDMI 2.0 and Thunderbolt 3 ports?

You need an HDMI 2.0 cable for the HDMI port and a Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C cable for the Thunderbolt port; both ports support external monitors up to their respective bandwidth limits.

Will my existing USB 3.1 Type-A devices work directly with the two USB 3.1 Type-A ports on this laptop?

Yes, the two USB 3.1 Type-A ports accept standard USB-A plugs so current keyboards, mice and storage drives connect without adapters.

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