DELL
Dell Precision 3551 15.6" laptop Core i5 10th Gen 16GB 256GB SSD
15.6 inch laptop with Intel Core i5 10th Gen processor, 16GB memory and 256GB SSD running Windows 11 Pro
- ColorBlack
- Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
- CPU TypeIntel Core i5 10th Gen
- Screen Size15.6"
- TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
- Display TypeWide UXGA
- 6" 1366 x 768 display gives clear workspace viewing
- Intel Core i5 10th Gen 2.50 GHz handles everyday workloads
- 16 GB memory supports smooth multitasking
- 256 GB SSD provides fast boot and load times
- Windows 11 Pro pre-installed with recovery image ready
Precision 3551 mobile workstation
The Dell Precision 3551 is a 15.6 inch Windows 11 Pro laptop built around a 10th generation Intel Core i5 processor with a minimum speed of 2.50GHz. It comes with 16GB of memory and a 256GB SSD that may actually provide between 240GB and 256GB of usable space. The 1366 x 768 WXGA LED backlit display is non-touch and suited to office applications and light content review.
Thermals and power in daily use
Integrated Intel UHD Graphics keep the thermal load modest during typical productivity tasks such as document editing, web browsing and video playback. The system runs on a 15.6 inch chassis with no discrete GPU, so fan activity stays low and power draw remains steady under normal workloads. No optical drive is fitted, further reducing internal heat sources.
Bundled software and recovery
A hard disk based Windows 11 Pro recovery image is pre-installed, allowing a clean system restore without external media. The unit is professionally reconditioned and rated in fair cosmetic condition with moderate scratches or scuffs on the bezel, casing, keyboard and trackpad. Expansion or SD slot covers may be absent and the screen may show light scratches, one to two dead pixels or small bruises.
Highlights
- 6" 1366 x 768 display gives clear workspace viewing
- Intel Core i5 10th Gen 2.50 GHz handles everyday workloads
- 16 GB memory supports smooth multitasking
- 256 GB SSD provides fast boot and load times
- Windows 11 Pro pre-installed with recovery image ready
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | Precision |
| Model | 3551 |
| Color | Black |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
| CPU Type | Intel Core i5 10th Gen |
| Screen Size | 15.6" |
| Touchscreen | Non-Touch Screen |
| Display Type | Wide UXGA |
| Resolution | 1366 x 768 |
| GPU/VPU | Intel UHD Graphics |
| SSD | 256GB |
| HDD | No |
| Memory | 16GB |
| Memory Slot (Total) | 2 |
| Optical Drive Type | None |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| USB | 0 |
| Backlit Keyboard | No |
| Webcam | Yes |
| Type | Mainstream |
| Usage | Business |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 0.94 H x 13.2 W x 9.1 L |
| Weight | 3 - 3.9 lbs. |
| Package Content | Includes Laptop and AC Adapter |
Questions about this item
How do I install the 256GB M.2 SSD in the Precision 3551, and what step is often missed?
Insert the M.2 drive at an angle into the slot, secure it with the retention screw, then reinstall the bottom cover; the step often missed is seating the drive fully before tightening the screw.
What maintenance will the 16GB memory configuration need later?
The laptop has two memory slots with 16GB installed; future maintenance may involve adding a second module or replacing both for higher capacity.
What limit appears first during sustained workloads on the Intel UHD Graphics?
The integrated graphics share system memory and thermal headroom with the 2.50GHz Core i5, so thermal throttling typically limits sustained GPU performance first.
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