•  Date Published: 04 Nov 2024
    • Intel Core Ultra 5 125H
    • Intel Graphics (4-Cores)
    • 15.6”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), IPS
    • 256GB SSD
    • 16GB RAM
    • 1.62 kg (3.6 lbs)
    6.1
    TOTAL SCORE
    7.7 Portability Very Good
    7.0 Display Very Good
    6.4 For Work Good
    4.3 For Gaming Average
    Dell Precision 15 3590

    Dell Precision 15 3590

    $1609.00 $861.49
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    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 256GB SSD
    • M.2 Slot
    • 1x 2230 / 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 + 1x 2230 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4  See photo
    • RAM
    • 16GB RAM
    • OS
    • Windows 11 Home
    • Body Material
    • Plastic / Polycarbonate, Carbon
    • Dimensions
    • 357.80 x 233.30 x 20.80 x 22.80 mm (14.09" x 9.19" x 0.82")
    • Weight
    • 1.62 kg (3.6 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), Sleep and Charge
    • 2x USB Type-C
    • Thunderbolt 4, Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort
    • HDMI
    • 2.1
    • Card Reader
    • microSD (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
    • Ethernet LAN
    • 10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
    • Wi-Fi
    • Wi-Fi 6E
    • Bluetooth
    • 5.3
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5mm Combo Jack
    • Features
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Web camera
    • FHD IR with Ambient Light Sensor, Express Sign-In with Presence Detection and Intelligent Privacy
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Microphone
    • Digital Array Microphones
    • Speakers
    • 2x 2.5W Stereo Speakers, Waves MaxxAudio
    • Security Lock slot
    • Wedge Lock

    Portability

    Dell Precision 15 3590
    14.09" x 9.19" x 0.82" Dimensions
    1.62 kg (3.6 lbs) Weight
    Average 15.6-inch laptop
    2.03 kg (4.5 lbs) +25% Weight

    Review

    Dell Precision 15 3590 in-depth review

    The Dell Precision 15 3590 is a standard-looking workstation that can be found with 15W or 28W Intel Meteor Lake U or H-series CPUs. You know the drill, pick a laptop with a U chip for better battery life, or get a device with an H chip for more processing power. The Intel vPro platform is optional. The processor is complemented by DDR5 RAM that can work in dual-channel mode. Yep, the upgradeability and port selection are good, which is very important for such a business workhorse. For graphics-heavy tasks, you can opt for a 35W dGPU.The Precision 3590 is offered with three IPS 1080p 60Hz display options, one of which is a touchscreen. Still, if you need a high-res panel, you have to look for a higher-tier device. In terms of goodies, the machine boasts a good amount of features, some [...]

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    Pros

    • The fan isn't too noisy during long CPU loads
    • Decent build quality
    • Comfortable keyboard
    • PWM-free (LGD0764)
    • Wide viewing angles (LGD0764)
    • 2x SODIMMs + 2x Gen 4 M.2 slots
    •  Modern port selection with 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports + HDMI 2.1 and a MicroSD card slot
    • Decent battery life
    • Web camera with a privacy shutter
    • Fingerprint reader, IR camera, keyboard backlight, NFC, Nano SIM slot (all are optional)
    • Good comfort under max CPU loads
    • The CPU can sustain decently high clocks in longer loads - 2.15 GHz for the P cores
    • The bottom panel can be easily opened
    • The 512GB SK Hynix BC901 is surprisingly fast for a 2230 SSD

    Cons

    • Pricey
    • The NVMe gets hot during benchmarking - 79°C
    • Too many optional goodies

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    Opening the DeviceUndo the 8 captive Phillips-head screws securing the bottom panel. Use a lever tool to pry the zones behind the hinges. This will pop the whole rear section and part of the sides. Fully pry the sides and the front with a thin plastic tool to remove the bottom panel.More info: Here's how the bottom plate looks on the inside.Battery RemovalUnplug the battery connector from the motherboard. Undo the 5 Phillips-head screws securing the battery. Lift the battery to remove it from the device.Note: Our device has the optional 54Wh batt[...]

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