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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

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i9 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro P2000
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage4 TB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 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.

How it compares

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

Price $840.99
Pricier than about 66% 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 i9 8th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i9-8950HK
CPU cores6-core Processor
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Memory configuration8 GB x 2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Storage
SSD storage4 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration256 GB + 4 TB NVMe SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Widescreen compatibleYes
Display formatFHD
Graphics
Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro P2000
Video RAM4 GB
Graphics typeDedicated Card
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
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 adapter130-watt AC Adapter
Size & build
Overall dimensions12 × 8.3 × 0.7
Product weight4–4.9 lb (1.81–2.22 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
Pre-installed softwareNONE
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightBacklit

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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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