Dell 15 (DC15250)
Dell 15 (DC15250) - Specs
- HDD/SSD
- up to 4000GB SSD
- M.2 Slot
- 1x 2230 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
- RAM
- up to 64GB
- OS
- Windows 11 Pro, Windows 10 Home, Windows 11 Home, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 11, No OS
- Battery
- 41Wh
- Body material
- Plastic / Polycarbonate, Aluminum
- Dimensions
- 358.50 x 235.56 x 16.96 - 18.99 mm (14.11" x 9.27" x 0.67")
- Weight
- 1.90 kg (4.2 lbs)
- Ports and connectivity
- 1x USB Type-A
- 2.0
- 1x USB Type-A
- 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
- 1x USB Type-C
- 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort
- HDMI
- 1.4
- Card reader
- SD (SD, SDHC, SDXC)
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 5 / Wi-Fi 6
- Bluetooth
- 5.0 / 5.3
- Audio jack
- 3.5mm Combo Jack
- Features
- Fingerprint reader
- optional
- Web camera
- FHD
- Backlit keyboard
- optional
- Microphone
- Dual Array Microphones
- Speakers
- 2x 2.5W Stereo Speakers
- Security Lock slot
All Dell 15 (DC15250) configurations
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CPU performance
Here you can find the price/performance difference between all the CPUs that come in the Dell 15 (DC15250) series.
Here, we evaluate the CPU's performance using a real-world 3D rendering task, assessing its ability to handle complex computations and rendering workloads efficiently.
Results are from the Cinebench 2024 Multi-Core test (higher is better)
GPU performance
Here you can find the price/performance difference between all the GPUs that come in the Dell 15 (DC15250) series.
The results are from 3DMark Time Spy (Graphics). Higher is better.
Dell 15 (DC15250) in-depth review
Budget laptops are supposed to be simple. You pick a processor, choose how much RAM and storage you need, and get on with your life. The Dell 15 (DC15250), however, is a bit more complicated than that. On the surface, it looks like a very standard 15.6-inch office laptop, but the exact configuration can change more than you might expect.For example, the chassis version affects the webcam, microphones, USB-C functionality, and even the overall user experience. The plastic Carbon Black model, which we chose and ordered, comes with a data-only USB-C port, a 720p webcam, and a single microphon[...]
Pros
- Very easy to service and maintain
- Two user-accessible SODIMM slots
- Replaceable SSD, Wi-Fi card, battery, and fan
- 120Hz display option makes everyday navigation feel smoother
- Includes a full-size keyboard with NumPad
- SD card reader is useful for a budget office laptop
- Samsung PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD performs well for the class
- Carbon Black finish resists fingerprints better than expected
- Hinges feel stable in our unit despite online durability concerns
Cons
- Very limited color coverage – 51% sRGB and 41% DCI-P3
- Low-frequency PWM flickering below 100% brightness without Health-Guard
- Our 8GB single-channel configuration limits CPU and iGPU performance
- Very conservative sustained CPU power under long workloads
- Battery life is modest – 5 hours and 12 minutes in our video playback test
- HDMI is limited to 1080p at 60Hz
- USB-C on the plastic chassis is data-only, with no charging or DisplayPort
- 720p webcam, single microphone, and no privacy shutter on the plastic chassis
Games you can play on this laptop series
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
NORMAL |
HIGH |
VERY HIGH |
MAX |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU) | 48 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 19 FPS PLAY VIDEO | - PLAY VIDEO | - PLAY VIDEO |
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
MIN |
MAX |
|---|---|---|
| Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU) | 537 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 50 FPS PLAY VIDEO |
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
VERY LOW |
MED |
MAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU) | 231 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 183 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 142 FPS PLAY VIDEO |
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
PERF. |
ORIG. |
ENCH. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU) | 53 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 47 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 41 FPS PLAY VIDEO |
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
LOW |
MAX |
|---|---|---|
| Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU) | 119 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 49 FPS PLAY VIDEO |
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
LOW |
ULTRA |
|---|---|---|
| Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU) | 103 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 44 FPS PLAY VIDEO |
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
MIN |
MED |
ULTRA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU) | 174 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 41 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 23 FPS PLAY VIDEO |
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
HIGH PERF |
HIGH QLT |
|---|---|---|
| Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU) | 97 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 43 FPS PLAY VIDEO |
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
LOW |
NORMAL |
HIGH |
MAX |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU) | 94 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 63 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 45 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 34 FPS PLAY VIDEO |
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
LOW |
MED |
HIGH |
ULTRA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU) | 37 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 28 FPS PLAY VIDEO | 23 FPS PLAY VIDEO | - PLAY VIDEO |
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