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Silver Dell Precision 5530 laptop, 15.6 inch UHD touchscreen, thin platinum silver chassis

DELL

DELL Precision 5530 laptop i7-8850H 32GB DUAL 1TB SSD 15.6" UHD Touch

SKU CH-VTP7-20013

A 15.6 inch UHD touchscreen mobile workstation with a six-core i7-8850H, 32 GB DDR4, dual 1 TB SSD storage and NVIDIA Quadro P1000 graphics

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro P1000
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • Display resolution3840 × 2160
  • Hexa-core i7-8850H up to 4.30 GHz for heavy workloads
  • 32 GB DDR4 memory handles large datasets smoothly
  • Dual 1 TB SSD storage gives fast, ample capacity
  • 6" 3840 x 2160 UHD IPS touch display with 72 % color gamut
  • NVIDIA Quadro P1000 4 GB GDDR5 accelerates professional graphics

Precision 5530 mobile workstation

The Dell Precision 5530 is a 15.6" mobile workstation built around an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8850H six-core processor running at 2.60 GHz up to 4.30 GHz. It carries 32 GB DDR4 RAM, dual 1 TB SSD storage and a dedicated NVIDIA Quadro P1000 with 4 GB GDDR5. The UHD 3840 x 2160 IPS touch display covers 72% colour gamut. Windows 11 Pro is installed.

Upgrading from integrated graphics

This configuration replaces systems that rely on integrated graphics or a single drive for both OS and data. The dedicated Quadro P1000 4 GB GDDR5 accelerates professional 3D and CAD workloads, while the dual 1 TB SSD arrangement separates active projects from the operating system. The jump is worth it when workflows demand certified drivers and simultaneous read/write streams.

Installation and common issues

The laptop arrives with Windows 11 Pro pre-installed and the AC adapter included, so initial setup is limited to user-account creation and driver updates via Dell Command|Update. Thunderbolt 3, HDMI 2.0 and USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports handle docks and external displays without adapters. The main friction point is the soldered memory layout, which prevents RAM upgrades beyond the factory 32 GB DDR4.

How it compares

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

Price $993.99
Pricier than about 73% 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).
Video RAM 4 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 3,254 items is 4 GB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product linePrecision
Model nameDELL
Part number5530
Product colorSilver
Design styleStandard
Product typeWorkstation
Recommended useBusiness
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i7-8850H
CPU cores6-core Processor
Memory
Memory size32 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Memory configuration16 GB x 2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configurationDUAL 1 TB NVMe SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution3840 × 2160
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputTouch Screen
Widescreen compatibleYes
Display formatUHD
Graphics
Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro P1000
Video RAM4 GB
Graphics typeDedicated Card
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Bluetooth supportYes
Wired network1 x RJ-45 (1 Gbit/s)
Ports & slots
Thunderbolt ports1 x Thunderbolt 3
Video outputsUSB-C 3.1 with PowerShare, DC-In & DisplayPort (2)
Power
Power adapter65-watt AC Adapter
Size & build
Overall dimensions12 × 8.3 × 0.7
Product weight4–4.9 lb (1.81–2.22 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
Pre-installed softwareNONE
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

Does the 15.6" UHD touchscreen need a specific bezel or mounting bracket to fit the Precision 5530 chassis?

The display is an integrated 15.6" UHD 3840 x 2160 MultiTouch InfinityEdge panel built into the Platinum Silver chassis; no separate bezel or bracket is required.

What is the correct order for installing the DUAL 1TB SSD modules and 32GB DDR4 RAM, and which step do builders often reverse?

Install the DDR4 memory into the SO-DIMM slots first, then seat both M.2 SSDs; the common error is inserting the drives before the RAM, which blocks access to the memory slots.

Which components in the cooling system or power circuit typically need replacement after extended use?

The dual-fan cooling assembly and the included Dell AC adapter are the parts most likely to require replacement after prolonged heavy workloads.

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