DELL XPS 15 9550 i7 15.6 inch IGZO IPS SSD Silver

MPN: 9FHD0  |  EAN: 5397063896981  |  Model: XPS 15 9550

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DELL XPS 15 9550 i7 15.6 inch IGZO IPS SSD Silver - 9FHD0 Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Pro Video Editing
Outstanding
Amateur Photo Editing
Outstanding
Hardcore Gaming
Just Right
Casual Gaming
Very Good
College (Students)
Outstanding
Watching Movies
Outstanding
Basic Video Editing
Outstanding
Pro Graphic Design
Very Good
Simple Music Editing
Outstanding
Pro Music Production
Outstanding
Bookkeeping
Outstanding
Front-end Development
Outstanding
Back-end Development
Just Right
Browsing
Outstanding
Documents
Outstanding
Social Media
Outstanding
Email
Outstanding
Short Journeys
Outstanding
Long Journeys
Very Good
Use Around the Office
Outstanding
Use At the Client's
Very Good
Use in Public Places
Outstanding
Carrying All the Time
Very Good
Carrying Occasionally
Very Good
Working in Low Light
Outstanding
Presentations
Outstanding
Cool Look
Outstanding
Cute & Pretty Look
Outstanding
Outstanding
Pro Photo Editing
Very Good
Serious Multitasking
Outstanding
Touchscreen
Outstanding
Windows
Outstanding
15 Inches
Outstanding

Professional Video Production

The XPS 15 9550's resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels pixels, offers exceptional visual clarity for editing videos. It has a decent total storage capacity of 512 GB, a powerful 2.6 GHz processor and a dedicated graphics card which makes this laptop perfect for high-resolution video projects.

Great for photo editing

Achieve great photo editing results with the XPS 15 9550 from Dell . It comes with a large NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M storage capacity for any pictures you keep on locally on the laptop. It also boasts a handy Memory Card Reader, making it incredibly easy to transfer pictures from your camera while on the move.

Gaming

A resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels, means rich graphics to shoot Zombies or cross the galaxy in detail

Your Dell 's Intel Core i7-6700HQ processor means whilst your thumbs may struggle with Call of Duty or Doom your will not. 

The 16 GB RAM combines nicely with the GPU on the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M which hits a 3DMark benchmark score of 4318 , and the 4 cores CPU hit a Passmark benchmark of 8142

You can have the dark arcade experience without tapping blindly thanks to the built in back-lit keyboard. 

It's good for academic research

Light, portable, and full-featured, the XPS 15 9550 is ideal for carrying between offices and libraries. You’ll have all the tools you need to research and write outstanding research papers and theses.

All about the Films!

In addition to its excellent Advanced screen, this laptop comes with a 3840 x 2160 pixels resolution ensuring scenes pop with colour and great fidelity. Also, while watching in the dark, you can start, stop and skip through scenes using the backlit keyboard.

Videos for fun

Whether you’re vlogging on YouTube, or putting together high-quality family videos, the XPS 15 9550 can meet your needs.

And when you’ve finished editing, the on-board Memory Card Reader makes it simple to transfer and share your video content with others

Give your Images the professional touch

The XPS 15 9550 is a high spec machine for professional photo and graphics work. Boasting a powerful 2.6 GHz processor and 16 GB RAM, along with a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M dedicated graphics card, this laptop will help you achieve the very best results.

Music and Audio

Developing your own tunes and mixes is important to you, so we've recommended a laptop that has got an advanced audio system on-board with HD sound capabilities.

The presence of a 4 cores core process will help speed up music format conversions or codec-based compression.

Its all about the Beats

With its wide selection of ports the XPS 15 9550 sits at the heart of your music production workflow. And with a total storage capacity of 512 GB hard drive, you’ve got plenty of space to store work in progress

Book keeping

Capable of running spreadsheets or dedicated accounts software, the XPS 15 9550 is perfect for keeping finances in check. And with a you’ll find it even easier to enter and update figures.

Can handle UI Dev & Design work

Whether it's HTML5, CSS or Javascript-based frameworks such as AJAX, Angular, JQUERY etc, the XPS 15 9550 is a very capable option. 

It's multi-core CPU & 16 GB memory size helps you multi-task as you craft your vision on it's high quality, 3840 x 2160 pixels screen.

Can handle a Full-Stack Coding Environment

You'll need a machine that can handle multiple VMs for your various Dev environments, which is why we've picked something for you that's got an Intel Core i7-6700HQ , (a processor with 4 cores) plus a healthy RAM size of 16 GB.

Also, its 3840 x 2160 pixels resolution provides adequate screen estate to view multiple window or more of your IDE while you work.

Regular Stuff / Everyday Tasks

Modern productivity apps like Office 365 and Google G Suite are relatively lightweight – but it never hurts to have some power under the hood. The XPS 15 9550 packs a decent Intel Core i7-6700HQ processor and 16 GB RAM so this is machine that will last.

Surf comfortably as all components of your Dell will easily handle the web

Email demands very little from a laptop. We've taken this into account.

Social networking is relatively lightweight, so the low power 2.6 GHz processor is ideal. With 11.4 hours battery life, you can stay connected between charges.

Battery life is fairly decent

With its 11.4 hours battery life, the XPS 15 9550 offers a good amount of freedom while moving from place to place around the house.

The XPS 15 9550 is the perfect size working on the move. With a battery life of 11.4 hours, this is a machine that slips easily into a bag and goes everywhere with you without worrying too much about the next time you need a charge.

The XPS 15 9550 allows you to stay productive even when you need to pop out for a few hours thanks to its portability and 11.4 hours battery life.

A long journey doesn’t mean wasted time with the XPS 15 9550 thanks to its massive 11.4 hours battery life.

The 11.4 hours battery life in the XPS 15 9550 can keep you going while moving from one meeting space to another.

Get straight to work on site with the XPS 15 9550. A 11.4 hours battery life means you don’t have to start the day hunting for a free power socket.

Suits your occasional mobility

Not the smallest laptop, but this is a good choice for when you don't want a full-size PC. The XPS 15 9550 works just as well on your lap or a desk.

Great to use on the go!

Because this has got a weight measuring in at 3.9 lbs, it'll help you stay light and nimble. 

Working in the dark

The light may be low, but the XPS 15 9550 allows you to work or play around the clock. Make every keystroke count thanks to the 1 .

Presentations

Ensure everyone can see your presentation with the 1 . With an 1 and several you will always be able to connect to an external projector or screen.

Slick package

The XPS 15 9550 combines style and power to create a laptop that really stands out. Clean lines, high quality materials and a pristine finish ensure that this machine will turn heads.

Lively and charming package

When you want to stand out from the crowd, the XPS 15 9550 uses bright colours and funky designs to turn heads. This is not your average laptop

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Product Description

Put the amazement back into technology with the DELL XPS, perfect for all your professional and entertainment usage. With an almost borderless 4K Ultra HD touchscreen, this is a laptop which values high-quality visuals and the best of modern technology. Whilst the 4K display can provide you with the intricate graphics that can allow you to get the best from your software, the touchscreen allows you to gain the accessibility and precision needed for both design tasks and casual browsing. Its 6th generation Intel quad-core processor is combined with 16 GB of RAM to give you both a fast and powerful experience when multitasking or using challenging software. Add to this the discrete NVIDIA Geforce GTX 960 M graphics and backlit keyboard, and you have a laptop designed for the challenges of daily life, allowing you to maintain a smooth and accessible experience no matter the time of day or night.

Technical Specifications

DELL XPS 15 9550 i7 15.6 inch IGZO IPS SSD Silver - 9FHD0 Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Colour Black ,Silver
Form Factor Clamshell
Housing Material Aluminium, Carbon fiber
Display
Display HD Type UHD
Display Resolution 3840 x 2160 pixels
Display Size 15.6 inches
Display Technology Name IGZO IPS
Display Touchscreen Yes
Processor
Processor Architecture 64 Bit
Processor Cores 4 cores
Processor Family Intel Core i7
Processor Model Intel Core i7-6700HQ
Processor Speed 2.6 GHz
Processor Threads 8
Memory
RAM Size 16 GB
RAM Speed 2133 MHz
RAM Type DDR4-SDRAM
Storage
SSD Capacity 512 GB
Storage Total Capacity 512 GB
Storage Type SSD
Graphics
Graphics Card Model - Dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M
Graphics Card Model - Integrated Intel HD Graphics 530
Graphics Card Type Dedicated
Audio
Sound System MaxxAudio Pro
Networking
Network Bluetooth Type 4.1
Network Wireless Type b/g/n/ac
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI Port 1
HDMI Version 1.4
Memory Card Reader 1
Microphone 1
Thunderbolt 3 USB Type-C Port Ports 1
USB 3.0/3.1 (Gen 1) Type-A Ports 2
USB Sleep-and-Charge Ports 3
Camera
Camera 1
Camera Frame Rate 30 fps
Camera Resolution 1280 x 720 pixels
Keyboard
Keyboard Back-lit Yes
Software
Operating System Architecture 64 Bit
Operating System Name Microsoft Windows
Operating System Version Windows 10 Pro
Battery
Battery Life 11.4 hours
Security
Cable Lock Slot Yes
Cable Lock Slot Type Kensington
Weight & Dimensions
Dimesnsions - Depth 23.5 cm
Dimesnsions - Height 1.7 cm
Dimesnsions - Width 35.7 cm
Weight 1.78 kg
Certifications & Compliance
Energy Star Certified Yes
EPEAT Compliance Gold