DELL
DELL Precision 5550 laptop Xeon W-10855M 8GB 256GB 15.6" touch UHD+
A 15.6-inch touchscreen mobile workstation with a Xeon W-10855M processor, NVIDIA Quadro T1000 graphics and a 3840 x 2400 UHD+ display
- ColorBlack
- Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
- CPU TypeIntel Xeon
- Screen Size15.6"
- TouchscreenYes
- Display TypeUHD+
- Intel Xeon W-10855M processor at 2.40 GHz for workstation-class compute
- 6-inch UHD+ touchscreen at 3840 x 2400 for precise colour work
- NVIDIA Quadro T1000 dedicated graphics accelerates CAD and rendering
- 256 GB SSD provides fast boot and application load
- 8 GB RAM with two slots allows future memory expansion
Precision 5550 workstation identity
The Dell Precision 5550 is a 15.6 inch mobile workstation built around an Intel Xeon W-10855M processor with a minimum speed of 2.40GHz. It carries 8GB of memory and a 256GB solid-state drive. The UHD+ touchscreen resolves at 3840 x 2400 and is driven by an NVIDIA Quadro T1000 graphics processor. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed with a recovery image on the drive.
Installing memory and storage modules
The chassis provides two memory slots in total, so the existing 8GB can be supplemented or replaced without removing the mainboard. The solid-state drive uses an M.2 form factor; swapping it requires only a single screw after the base cover is removed. No optical drive bay is present, so a second 2.5 inch drive cannot be added. The supplier notes that expansion slot covers may be missing on these units.
Sustained load on Xeon and Quadro
The Xeon W-10855M maintains its 2.40GHz base frequency under continuous multi-threaded workloads typical of CAD and simulation tasks. The Quadro T1000 delivers stable frame rates in viewport rendering without the throttling seen in consumer GPUs. Thermal management is calibrated for the thin 15.6 inch chassis, so surface temperatures rise noticeably during long renders. Fan noise becomes audible but remains consistent once the thermal steady state is reached.
Highlights
- Intel Xeon W-10855M processor at 2.40 GHz for workstation-class compute
- 6-inch UHD+ touchscreen at 3840 x 2400 for precise colour work
- NVIDIA Quadro T1000 dedicated graphics accelerates CAD and rendering
- 256 GB SSD provides fast boot and application load
- 8 GB RAM with two slots allows future memory expansion
Specifications
| Brand | DELL |
|---|---|
| Series | Precision |
| Model | 5550 |
| Color | Black |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon |
| Screen Size | 15.6" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Display Type | UHD+ |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2400 |
| GPU/VPU | NVIDIA Quadro T1000 |
| SSD | 256GB |
| HDD | No |
| Memory | 8GB |
| 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 confirm the Intel Xeon W-10855M is running at its 2.40 GHz base speed after setup?
Open Task Manager and select the Performance tab; the CPU entry should show a base frequency of 2.40 GHz for the Xeon W-10855M.
What comes in the box and what must I buy separately?
The laptop, its power adapter and Windows 11 Pro with recovery image are included; expansion or SD slot covers may be absent and any extra RAM or storage is not supplied.
Which version of the 15.6" UHD+ touchscreen should I choose?
Only the 3840 x 2400 UHD+ touch panel is offered on this Precision 5550; no alternative resolution or non-touch option is listed.
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