DELL
DELL Precision 5530 laptop i7-8850H 32GB 1TB M.2 2TB SSD 15.6 UHD Touch
15.6-inch UHD touch mobile workstation with 6-core i7-8850H, 32GB DDR4, 1TB M.2 plus 2TB SSD and Quadro P1000 graphics
- ColorSilver
- Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
- CPU TypeIntel Core i7 8th Gen
- Processor NameIntel Core i7-8850H
- Number of Cores6-core Processor
- Screen Size15.6"
- 32 GB DDR4 memory handles large datasets and multitasking
- Six-core i7-8850H reaches 4.30 GHz for demanding workloads
- NVIDIA Quadro P1000 with 4 GB GDDR5 drives professional graphics applications
- 6 inch UHD touch display at 3840 x 2160 covers 72 % color gamut
- Dual storage combines 1 TB M.2 and 2 TB SSD for capacity and speed
Precision 5530 mobile workstation
The Dell Precision 5530 is a 15.6-inch mobile workstation built around an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8850H six-core processor running at 2.60 GHz with a 4.30 GHz turbo. It carries 32 GB of DDR4 memory and dual storage comprising a 1 TB M.2 drive plus a 2 TB SSD. The UHD IPS touchscreen resolves 3840 x 2160 at 72 % colour gamut. A dedicated NVIDIA Quadro P1000 with 4 GB GDDR5 handles professional graphics workloads. Windows 11 Pro is installed.
Sustained-load thermal behaviour
The cooling system uses dual fans designed to improve airflow and keep the chassis cool under continuous demand. The six-core CPU and discrete Quadro GPU share this thermal solution, so prolonged rendering or simulation tasks will exercise both components simultaneously. Thunderbolt 3 and HDMI 2.0 ports remain active during heavy loads, allowing external displays without interrupting the internal thermal balance.
Installation notes and common issues
The system arrives with Windows 11 Pro pre-installed and a Dell AC adapter included, so initial setup is limited to user-account creation and driver updates. The 32 GB DDR4 memory is soldered or factory-sealed in most Precision 5530 units, preventing later upgrades. The 1 TB M.2 slot and 2.5-inch SSD bay are accessible after removing the base cover, but the Thunderbolt 3 controller shares PCIe lanes with the M.2 interface, which can limit expansion bandwidth if both are populated.
Highlights
- 32 GB DDR4 memory handles large datasets and multitasking
- Six-core i7-8850H reaches 4.30 GHz for demanding workloads
- NVIDIA Quadro P1000 with 4 GB GDDR5 drives professional graphics applications
- 6 inch UHD touch display at 3840 x 2160 covers 72 % color gamut
- Dual storage combines 1 TB M.2 and 2 TB SSD for capacity and speed
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | Precision |
| Model | DELL |
| Part Number | 5530 |
| Color | Silver |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro |
| CPU Type | Intel Core i7 8th Gen |
| Processor Name | Intel Core i7-8850H |
| Number of Cores | 6-core Processor |
| Screen Size | 15.6" |
| Touchscreen | Touch Screen |
| Wide Screen Support | Yes |
| Display Type | UHD |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel | IPS |
| GPU/VPU | NVIDIA Quadro P1000 |
| Video Memory | 4GB |
| Graphic Type | Dedicated Card |
| SSD | 2TB |
| HDD | No |
| Storage Spec | 1TB + 2TB NVMe SSD |
| Memory | 32GB |
| Memory Speed | DDR4 |
| Memory Spec | 16 GB x 2 |
| Memory Slot (Available) | 0 |
| Max Memory Supported | 32 GB |
| Optical Drive Type | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | 1 x Thunderbolt 3 |
| Video Port | USB-C 3.1 with PowerShare, DC-In & DisplayPort (2) |
| Ethernet | 1 x RJ-45 (1Gbps) |
| Audio | Integrated Sound card |
| Speaker | Internal Speakers |
| Touchpad | Yes |
| Keyboard | Standard |
| Backlit Keyboard | Backlit |
| Webcam | Yes |
| Style | Standard |
| Type | Workstation |
| Usage | Business |
| AC Adapter/Charger | 65-watt AC Adapter |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 12 x 8.3 x 0.7 |
| Weight | 4 - 4.9 lbs. |
| Software Included | NONE |
Questions about this item
How much power does the i7-8850H draw under sustained load?
The i7-8850H runs at a base frequency of 2.60 GHz with a turbo boost up to 4.30 GHz across its six cores. The Precision 5530 uses a dual-fan cooling system designed to improve airflow and keep the system cool during extended workloads.
Does the Thunderbolt 3 port supply enough power to run a monitor without the Dell AC adapter?
The Thunderbolt 3 port provides x4 PCIe connectivity and supports HDMI 2.0 output. The Dell AC adapter is included and required to power the workstation and charge the battery during operation.
Will the Quadro P1000 4GB GDDR5 driver install cleanly on a legacy Windows 10 Pro image?
The laptop ships with Windows 11 Pro installed. The NVIDIA Quadro P1000 with 4GB GDDR5 is supported by current NVIDIA drivers for both Windows 10 Pro and Windows 11 Pro.
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