Dell XPS 15-9550 i7
specifications
Dell XPS 15-9550 i7 (
XPS 15 series
)
processor
Intel Core i7-6700HQ
4 x 2.6 - 3.5GHz (
Intel Core i7
)
graphics adapter
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M
- 2048MB, Core: 1033MHz, Memory: 1253MHz, GDDR5, ForceWare 359.06, Optimus with HD Graphics 530
Storage
16384MB
, 2x8 GB Hynix DDR4-2132 SO-DIMM, 2/2 slots occupied
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15.60 inch 16:9, 3840 x 2160 pixels, 10 fingers, SHARP LQ156D1JX01 Dell PN: 7PHPT, IGZO WLED 330 cd/m2 1000:1 Hard Coating 3H, glossy: yes
motherboard
Intel HM170 (Skylake PCH-H)
storage
Samsung PM951 NVMe 512GB
, 512GB
sound card
Intel Skylake PCH-H High Definition Audio Controller
connections
2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 Thunderbolt, 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, 1 Kensington Lock, audio connections: line+mic combo, card reader: 3-in-1, brightness sensor
Networking
Broadcom BCM15700A2 802.11ac (ac = Wi-Fi 5), Bluetooth 4.0
size
Height x width x depth (in mm): 17 x 357 x 235 ( = 0.67 x 14.06 x 9.25 in)
battery
84Wh Lithium Ion
operating system
Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64-bit
camera
Webcam: 720p 1280x720Primary Camera: 0.9 MPix
Additional functions
Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, ambient light, 12 Months Warranty
Weight
2.077 kg (= 73.26 oz / 4.58 lb), AC adapter: 458 g (= 16.16 oz / 1.01 lb)
Price
2150 euros
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Dell XPS 15-9550 i7
Average score:
83.99%
- Good
average of
19
Scores (from
28
Reviews)
Price: -%, performance: 82%, features: 67%, display: 86%, mobility: 66%, workmanship: 96%, ergonomics: 91%, emissions: 82%
Dell XPS 15-9550 i7 reviews
86.9%
Dell XPS 15 9550 (i7, 512GB, UHD) InfinityEdge Notebook Review
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Notebook check
Bug fixes, workarounds and BIOS updates:
Dell's XPS 15 is off to a bad start. How does the larger i7/UHD version deal with the downsides we experienced with the i5/FHD model? One reader calls it a "completely different notebook". Do we agree? are we even inspired in the end?Update 12/23/2015: Recall BIOS 1.1.14!
87%
Dell XPS 15 2016 Review – Attention Apple!
Source:
tab times
If you're looking for the best Windows portable computer money can buy, or you need a Windows alternative to the 15-inch MacBook Pro, the Dell XPS 15 is arguably the only device you'll want to consider should.It's powerful and thin, offers an excellent keyboard and a vibrant 4k display and, apart from the disappointing battery life, is one of the best devices I've ever used.Individual review, available online, Very long, dated: 11/14. 2016
Valuation:
total score
: 87%
80%
The All-in-One Squeezer Notebook - Dell XPS 13
Source:
The techy
Dell has a long history of delivering appealing devices to consumers that not only look heavy, but are sure to be durable. The Dell XPS 13 is a game changer the moment you unbox it. Not only does it complement the Ultrabook line, it's also a perfect fusion of fashion and technology that embraces the love affair between the two.Dell's refreshed XPS 13 is impeccably finished, coated with the rarity of gold and the smoothness of a carbon fiber deck.Individual review, available online, very brief, date: 10/13. 2016
Valuation:
total score
: 80%
Raise the bar
Source:
PC perspective
I love ThinkPad notebook keyboards and MacBook trackpads. But the XPS 15 is undoubtedly my new favorite laptop. This is not to downplay the XPS 13 itself, which is a fine, ultraportable device with huge advantages. The price for the 13- Inch device starts at just $799 and offers a tremendous experience if you don't need the extra performance or the larger, better display of the 15-inch model.Comparison, Available online, Long, Date: 2016-08-01
Dell XPS 15
Source:
hex
How do you make the ultimate 15-inch Windows laptop? For Dell, the formula proved disarmingly simple: take the smaller XPS 13, scale it up, add a discrete GPU and a gorgeous 4K display, and Bob is there Your uncle.Individual review, Available online, Lang, Date: 2016-05-05
100%
Review: Dell's XPS 15 is the best Windows 10 laptop we've seen
Source:
PC authority
A handful of niggles and the somewhat disappointing battery life aside, Dell should pat itself on the back for delivering yet another top-notch Windows 10 laptop. The XPS 15 is powerful, portable, and packed with all the features you'd expect from a high-end Device desires. Consider the true gaming capabilities and the XPS 15 could be very popular from the bedroom to the boardroom. Individual review, available online, very brief, dated 2016-04-28
Valuation:
total score
: 100%
Pushing the infinity frontier
Source:
hot hardware
All in all, it's hard not to be in love with the new Dell XPS 15. It's a great combination of cutting-edge mobile technology paired with premium build materials like machined aluminum and carbon fiber. What's not to love? As if that wasn't enough, Dell's groundbreaking Infinity Edge Display technology is now finally available in the 15-inch format that allows it to be housed in a super-compact, high-quality, essentially 14-inch chassis design.Individual review, available online, Lang, date: 2016-04-26
70%
Dell XPS 15 2016 laptop review
Source:
Notebookreview.com
After all is said and done, the Dell XPS 15 2016 model is one of the best notebooks you will find in the premium 15-inch laptop category. The XPS 15 easily rivals the 15-inch Apple MacBook Pro and offers several cutting-edge features on par with the ASUS ZenBook Pro. Unfortunately, the mediocre battery life and expensive price point (compared to the aforementioned MacBook Pro and ZenBook Pro) prevent us from giving this Dell our Editor's Choice Award. Individual review, available online , short, date: 04/25/2016
Valuation:
total score
: 70%
84%
A MacBook Pro competitor for Windows users
Source:
Engadget
If you've been looking for a Windows alternative to the 15-inch MacBook Pro, Dell's XPS 15 is your best bet - and I'd argue that you're the only one suitable. It's powerful and thin and light for what it is, with a comfortable keyboard and a nice 4K screen option with accurate colors. My only real disappointment is that the battery life is on the short side - no surprise with a 4K display, but a shame nonetheless. Individual Review, Available Online, Long, Date : 06.04.2016
Valuation:
total score
: 84%
90%
Dell XPS 15 review (Late 2015, Skylake) - the ultimate Windows 10 laptop
Source:
Expert Ratings
The Dell XPS 15 is a stunning laptop. It doesn't have the immediate visual impact of the tiny XPS 13, but there's no doubt that it packs a lot of power into a streamlined 15.6-inch laptop. It combines performance with stylish looks and more than meets expectations given its premium price.Individual Review, Available online, Medium, Date: 2016-04-04
Valuation:
total score
: 90%
90%
A great laptop gets bigger and a little bit better
Source:
PC world
The XPS 15's keyboard could be bigger. The backlight bleeding issue could take some work. But the overwhelming number of people interested in laptops this size buy these devices for performance, and that's where the XPS 15 shines. Sure, it's not quite the tiny, groundbreaking laptop that the XPS 13 was, but that's not entirely fair. As anyone who's suffered from sibling rivalry knows, sibling means sibling. Not twin. Siblings have to find their own way, no just follow, and the XPS 15 does it quite well.Individual review, Available online, Medium, Date: 2016-03-24
Valuation:
total score
: 90%
80%
Dell XPS 15 (2016) review
Source:
kitguru
So the Dell XPS 15 isn't a smashing gaming portable, more like a good all-around laptop with great battery life that you can also play games on pretty well. It's also a bit pricey, with MSI's brilliant GS40 6QE Phantom at over £100 less available, with much more compelling gaming features and a lighter body. The difference in price is mostly down to the screen though. It's nice and gives great bragging rights but adds £300 more to the price compared to the Full HD model. So the latter is the cheaper option, although Full HD is better suited to GPU performance anyway. Performance is matched. Individual review, available online, very long, date: 03/21/2016
Valuation:
total score
: 80%
90%
Dell XPS 15 9550 The InfinityEdge UHD 4K Laptop Review
Source:
On MSFT
If you want a portable device with all the bells and whistles and are willing to pay the higher price, then the XPS 15 4K might be the device for you. Overall, it's a nice device that's built with precision and durability. It also has plenty of features and performance to justify the higher price. In any case, I believe this is a fantastic laptop that offers portability, connectivity and performance. Individual Review, Available Online, Long, Date: 2016-03-08
Valuation:
total score
: 90%
100%
Dell XPS 15 review (Late 2015, Skylake) - the ultimate Windows 10 laptop
Source:
Expert Ratings
Build quality is also excellent and the InfinityEdge display still looks absolutely stunning. While I can't confirm the 1920 x 1080 display model, you certainly won't be disappointed with the Ultra HD XPS 15. Between this and the XPS 13, Dell has two shining lights that showcase Windows 10 to the fullest. The XPS 15 is the ultimate Windows 10 laptop, rivaling and beating the 15-inch MacBook Pro in many ways, and it wins a Best Buy award.Individual review, Available online, Medium, Date: 2016-02-23
Valuation:
total score
: 100%
85%
Dell XPS 15
Source:
CNet
The Dell XPS 15 is a premium-feeling 4K laptop that outperforms the MacBook Pro in several categories. Its frameless design should be the gold standard going forward. High-end mid-range laptops often suffer comparisons to the elephant in the room, Apple's popular MacBook Pro. In many cases, the Pro is better designed, runs faster or longer, has better specifications, and is easier to use. Individual review, available online, Lang, dated 2016-02-14
Valuation:
total score
: 85% Performance: 80% Mobility: 60%
80%
Dell XPS 15 in review
Source:
tech radar
If you want the most compact and powerful workstation in your hands, the XPS 15 is a solid choice. It will take time for a display to surpass its pixel-packed 4K panel, and the strength of its Skylake processor should see you at least a couple of years Lang see well.Individual review, available online, Lang, date: 01/31/2016
Valuation:
total score
: 80%
80%
Dell XPS 15
Source:
It Pro
There's no doubt that the Dell XPS 15 is a powerful laptop, making it a sleek and lightweight alternative to plainer, bulkier workstation-class laptops. On the other hand, it has the somewhat buggy keyboard and relatively short battery life. It's rated at 1333 £ excluding VAT not cheap either, but you can save £300 by opting for the 1080p non-touch model.Individual review, available online, Medium, date: 2016-01-29
Valuation:
total score
: 80%
Extensively tested: Dell XPS 13 laptop
Source:
Checked
Our senior technology correspondent Patrick Norton joins us this week to review the Dell XPS 13 laptop!This 13.3-inch version of the beautiful XPS 15 also runs on an Intel Skylake Core i5 processor, has a solid keyboard and a trackpad and offers a brilliant display. 2016
80%
Dell XPS 15
Source:
Laptop Mag
The XPS 15 is a high-end 15-inch laptop that seems to do a lot of things and excels on almost all fronts. Frequent travelers carrying the 1080p model will appreciate its 10+ hours of battery life, appreciate its strong performance, solid build and good looks. Individual review, available online, Lang, dated 2015-12-29
Valuation:
total score
: 80%
Pushing the infinity frontier
Source:
hot hardware
Aside from the high-end build quality and top-notch performance, you're probably considering the price of the XPS 15. At $2229 as configured and tested here, the SKU we're running through our process is definitely expensive. Considered however, given other benchmark machines by which the XPS 15 is measured, Dell's offering is competitive. Individual review, available online, Lang, dated 2015-12-22
80%
Dell XPS 15
Source:
computer buyer
Dell's redesigned XPS 15 offers much of what we liked about its smaller 13-inch sibling, plus one of the most beautiful 4K screens we've seen. But all those bright pixels make it difficult to get all-day battery life achieve. And while it starts at $999, it's a lot more expensive in our loaded Core i7 test configuration. Individual review, available online, Lang, dated 2015-12-18
Valuation:
total score
: 80%
60%
Review: Dell XPS 15 Touch
Source:
Wired Magazine
High-end performance remains prevalent in the 15-inch laptop form factor, so pricing is likely to be another important factor for buyers considering the category. Starting at $1,600 for the touchscreen version (the model I tested costs At $2,100), the XPS 15 Touch isn't in the stratospheric price range, but it's on the higher end when compared to touchscreen devices in the same ballpark like the Lenovo Y50 or Toshiba Satellite Radius P55W -C, with the latter even having the same screen resolution. It is worth a few hundred euros more for a state-of-the-art display and ready for tomorrow with functions like USB-C? Discuss among yourselves. Individual review, available online, very short, date: 12/16/2015
Valuation:
total score
: 60%
Dell XPS 15 (Skylake, 9550) in review – every designer's wet dream
Source:
laptop media
With that in mind, we can conclude that this notebook can handle some gaming and short video renderings on the go (since the CPU's Turbo Boost feature isn't well used), but it will mostly suit people who don't aim for extended use off the charger and for anyone who constantly needs perfect screen quality for color sensitive work. Still, the price is a bit off and you can compensate with the full HD non-touch panel variant as it's a great way to use the Reduce costs for this notebook. And it will probably get better in terms of battery performance. Individual review, available online, Lang, dated 2015-12-15
90%
Dell XPS 15
Source:
Mobile Tech Review
As with the XPS 13 earlier this year, Dell has hit a home run. This extremely powerful portable device is smaller and lighter than any other 15.6-inch notebook in its class. Build quality and materials are top-notch and the carbon fiber keyboard deck is, as always, comfortable and unique to Dell. The infinity display, be it 1080p or 4K stunning visuals thanks to the bright IGZO panel and the almost frameless display Individual review, available online, Lang, date: 11/17/2015
Valuation:
total score
: 90%
Foreign reviews
Dell XPS 15 (9550) with Infinity Display
Source:
HardwareLuxx
EN→EN
Individual review, available online, long, date: 2016-01-26
83%
Dell XPS 15 9550 Review
Source:
Geek 4 you
IT→DE
Individual review, available online, long, date: 2016-12-19
Valuation:
total score
: 83%
or noutbook Dell XPS 15 9550 with 4K-display: опережая competitor
Source:
3DNews.ru
RU→DE
Pros: Compact size; attractive looks, high-quality materials and assembly; "frameless" touch 4K IPS display; high-quality input devices; decent battery life; good connectivity; low noise level. Cons: Expensive; mediocre sound system; poor webcam.
Individual review, available online, very long, date: 02/15/2016
Dell XPS 15 – szuperjó, szuperdrága notebook
Source:
Prohardver.hu
HU→DE
Pros: Pleasant combination of aluminum alloy and carbon fiber plastic; superior quality; powerful hardware; good display. Cons: Expensive.
Individual review, available online, very long, date: 04/12/2016
Test: DELL XPS 15 - výkon a UHD zobrazení ve špičkovém balení s Intel Skylake
Source:
Notebook.cz
CZ→DE
Pros: Very comfortable keyboard; durable compact design; excellent display; quiet cooling. Cons: Low sound quality; no LAN port; bad webcam.
Individual review, available online, short, date: 2015-11-24
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model
: The Dell XPS 15-9550 is a beautifully crafted laptop with a slim profile and powerful hardware. The overall design is professionally kept with clean lines and curved edges. The chassis is constructed from premium materials such as a solid aluminum block, carbon fiber for the palm rest and Corning Gorilla Glass NBT to protect the display. The Dell XPS 15-9550's display is a stunning 15.6-inch 4K Ultra HD display with Dell's famous InfinityEdge and touchscreen capability. The colors are beautifully rendered and the clarity is superb first class.
The Windows 10 Home system is powered by a quad-core Intel Core i7-6700HQ 6th processor. There is a full-size, backlit chiclet-style keyboard with good tactile response and a large touchpad. Other features of the Dell XPS 15- 9550 comes with Bluetooth 4.1, a 720p HD webcam, HDMI-out, two USB 3.0 ports, a card reader, a Thunderbolt 3 port, and a USB 3.1 Gen 2 port. Audio quality matches that too Stereo speaker setup with Waves MaxxAudio Pro. Battery life on the Dell XPS 15-9550 is provided by either a 56 Wh cell or an optional 84 Wh extended cell.
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M
: Upper mid-range graphics card from the GeForce GTX 900M series.
Modern games are said to be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers can be satisfied with these cards.
» You can find more information in our
Comparison of mobile graphics cards
and the corresponding
benchmark list
.
Intel Core i7
: The Intel Core i7 for laptops is based on the LG1156 Core i5/i7 CPU for desktops. The base clock of the CPUs is relatively low, but thanks to a huge Turbo mode, the cores can dynamically overclock up to 3.2 GHz (920XM). Therefore, the CPU can be as fast as highly clocked dual-core CPUs (using single-threaded applications), but still offer the advantage of 4 cores. Due to the large TDP of 45W / 55W, the CPU is only for big laptops thought.
6700HQ
: Skylake-based quad-core processor for notebooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 530 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.»More information can be found in our
Comparison of mobile processors
.
15.60"
:
15-16 inches is a standard display size for laptops and offers the widest variety of products.
» You can find out how fine a display is in our
DPI list
.
2,077kg
:
Normally, subnotebooks, ultrabooks and fairly light laptops with a 12-16 inch display weigh just as much.
Dell
: Dell Inc. is a multinational technology company that designs, manufactures, sells, and supports personal computers and other computer-related products. Headquartered in Texas, Dell employs more than 82,700 people worldwide as of 2009. In 2006, Dell purchased computer hardware manufacturer Alienware Dell sells its laptops directly to consumers in various countries and each laptop is customized based on a selection of options. In 2014, Dell laptops had a global market share of 12.3% and in 2016 it was 14%.
83.99%
: This rating is considered average. This is because the proportion of notebooks with a higher rating is roughly equal to the proportion of notebooks with a lower rating.
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