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Dell Precision 7520

Release Year 2017
CPU Intel Core i 7th gen
Operating System Windows 10 Pro, Windows 7 Pro, Ubuntu Linux
Screen Size 15.6 inch
RAM 8GB,16GB,32GB,64GB
Storage 256GB,512GB,2TB,3TB

Key Information

Brand
Dell
Category
mobile workstation
Model
Precision 7520
Release Year
2017
Colors
Black
Operating System
Windows 10 Pro, Windows 7 Pro, Ubuntu Linux

Processor

Processor Series
Intel Core i 7th gen
TDP
45W
Processor Options
Intel Core i5-7300HQ
Cores/Threads: 4 Cores / 4 Threads
Base Clock: 2.50 GHz
Max Boost Clock: 3.50 GHz
Cache: 6 MB
Intel Core i7-7700HQ
Cores/Threads: 4 Cores / 8 Threads
Base Clock: 2.80 GHz
Max Boost Clock: 3.80 GHz
Cache: 6 MB
Intel Core i7-7820HQ
Cores/Threads: 4 Cores / 8 Threads
Base Clock: 2.90 GHz
Max Boost Clock: 3.90 GHz
Cache: 8 MB
Intel Core i7-7920HQ
Cores/Threads: 4 Cores / 8 Threads
Base Clock: 3.10 GHz
Max Boost Clock: 4.10 GHz
Cache: 8 MB
Intel Xeon E3-1505M v6
Cores/Threads: 4 Cores / 8 Threads
Base Clock: 3.00 GHz
Max Boost Clock: 4.00 GHz
Cache: 8 MB
Intel Xeon E3-1535M v6
Cores/Threads: 4 Cores / 8 Threads
Base Clock: 3.10 GHz
Max Boost Clock: 4.20 GHz
Cache: 8 MB

Graphics

Type
Intel HD Graphics 630
GPU Series
NVIDIA Quadro / AMD Radeon Pro
GPU Options
NVIDIA Quadro M1200
VRAM: 4GB GDDR5
NVIDIA Quadro M2200
VRAM: 4GB GDDR5
AMD Radeon Pro WX 4130
VRAM: 4GB GDDR5
AMD Radeon Pro WX 4150
VRAM: 4GB GDDR5

Memory & Storage

Memory
8GB,16GB,32GB,64GB
Type: DDR4-2400 ECC/Non-ECC SO-DIMM
Max Capacity: 64GB
Upgradable: Yes
Storage
256GB,512GB,2TB,3TB
Interface: PCIe NVMe SSD, SATA III
Slots: 1x M.2 PCIe NVMe slot, 1x M.2/SATA or 2.5-inch SATA bay
Upgradable: Yes

Display & Body

Display
15.6 inch IPS Anti-Glare
Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (FHD) or 3840 x 2160 (UHD)
Refresh Rate: 60Hz
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Color Gamut: 100% Adobe RGB (PremierColor UHD)
Display Options
Model: FHD IPS
Brightness: 300 nits
Model: UHD PremierColor
Brightness: 350 nits
Dimensions
378 x 261 x 27.8 - 33 mm
Weight
2.79 kg
Build Material
Magnesium alloy internal frame and aluminum lid
Keyboard Type
Spill-Resistant Business Keyboard
Touchpad
Multi-Touch Precision Touchpad
Camera
720p HD Webcam (Optional)

Connectivity

Wireless
Wi-Fi: Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 802.11ac
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.2

Ports

USB-A
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 with PowerShare
USB-C
1 x Thunderbolt 3 (optional depending on configuration)
HDMI
1 x HDMI 1.4
Audio Jack
1 x Universal Audio Jack
SD Card Reader
Yes

Audio & Keyboard

Audio System
Speakers: Dual Stereo Speakers with Waves MaxxAudio Pro
Microphones: Dual Noise-Cancelling Digital Array Microphones
Keyboard
Type: Spill-Resistant Business Keyboard
Backlight: Optional
Numeric Keypad: Yes
Touchpad: Multi-Touch Precision Touchpad

Security & Compliance

Security Features
Fingerprint Reader: Yes
Infrared Camera: No
Windows Hello: No
TPM: TPM 1.2 / TPM 2.0

Power & Battery

Battery
Capacity: 72Wh or 91Wh
Type: Lithium-Ion Polymer
Power Adapter
Type: Barrel Connector AC Adapter
Power Adapter Options
Model: Dell AC Adapter
Wattage: 180W
In The Box
Dell Precision 7520
180W AC Adapter
Power Cable
Documentation

Additional Features

Built-in Apps
Dell Precision Optimizer
Dell Command Update
Dell SupportAssist
Dell Data Protection
Ecolabels & Compliances
ENERGY STAR 6.2
EPEAT Registered
RoHS

Use Case Suitability (BETA Version)

Purpose-built for creative work — strong GPU, color-accurate display, and enough memory for large project files

Developers
7.5/10
Office Work
2.0/10
Creative Work
7.7/10
Gaming
4.5/10
Local LLMs
6.0/10
Highest hardware configurations used.
Best For: • Creative Work
Specs may not be 100% accurate. Variations in ports, features, and configurations may exist under the same model name due to different SKUs or regional versions. Approximate prices and use-case ratings are provided as guidance only, not as exact facts.

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