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AED 1,099
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Laptop · Dell · 2016
The Dell 9550-4938 (XPS 15 Series) 1TB / 32GB is Dell's 2016 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 17 x 357 x 235 ( = 0.67 x 14.06 x 9.25 in) display, the Intel Core i5-6300HQ 4c/4t 4 x 2.3 - 3.2 GHz, Skylake chipset. At AED 1,099 in the UAE and ₹24,990 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Dell XPS 15 9550-4938 excels with its Intel Core i5-6300HQ and NVIDIA GTX 960M with 2GB GDDR5 VRAM, delivering reliable 1080p gaming and light creative workloads. Its 8GB DDR4 RAM and 1TB SSD offer sufficient multitasking and storage for media-heavy tasks. The 56Wh battery delivers about 5–6 hours under moderate use, adequate for mobile professionals. Ideal for freelance designers or engineers needing a portable workstation with discrete graphics, it handles CAD, photo editing, and video rendering better than integrated graphics laptops. Its weakness is thermal throttling: sustained GPU loads cause performance drops as cooling struggles with the thin chassis. Weight at 1.96kg is manageable, but the 2016-era Thunderbolt and USB 3.0 ports lack modern speeds. In UAE at AED 1099, it’s good value because you get a rare 1TB SSD and GTX 960M under AED 1200. In India at ₹24990, it’s overpriced—newer Ryzen 5 or Intel i3 laptops with 16GB RAM and SSDs offer better longevity for the same cost.
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| Battery | 56 Wh Lithium-Ion, 3-cell Dell M7R9659 by Samsung SDI |
| Camera | Webcam: 720p 1280x720Primary Camera: 0.9 MPix |
| Connections | 2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 Thunderbolt, 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: Combo line + mic, 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) |
| Weight | 1.958 kg ( = 69.07 oz / 4.32 pounds), Power Supply: 435 g ( = 15.34 oz / 0.96 pounds) |
| Display | 15.60 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel 141 PPI, Sharp SHP1453 LQ156M1 Dell PN: 1203M, IPS, glossy: no |
| Graphics adapter | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M - 2048 MB VRAM, Core: 1033 MHz, RAM: 1253 MHz, GDDR5, ForceWare 359.06, Optimus mit HD Graphics 530 |
| Memory | 8 GB , DDR4-1866 SO-DIMM, 2 slots occupied |
| Storage | 1024 |
| Mainboard | Intel HM170 (Skylake PCH-H) |
| Soundcard | Intel Skylake PCH-H High Definition Audio Controller |
| Additional features | Speakers: stereo, Keyboard: chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, power adaptor, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Dell homepageDell notebook sectionXPS 15 (Series) |
| Price | 1579 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-6300HQ 4c/4t 4 x 2.3 - 3.2 GHz, Skylake |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 10 Pro 64 Bit |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the XPS 15 9550 (2016).
It is not recommended for most buyers in 2026 due to its age and limited software support, even at this low price. Only consider it if you need a basic machine for light tasks and don't require modern features or updates.
The Dell 9550-4938 (XPS 15 Series) 1TB / 32GB is priced at AED 1099 in the UAE. It is available through select second-hand and refurbished electronics retailers.
The Dell 9550-4938 (XPS 15 Series) 1TB / 32GB is priced at ₹24990 in India. It can be found through certified refurbished sellers and online marketplaces.
The camera delivers 720p HD video with average low-light performance and basic clarity for video calls. It is functional for casual use but lacks advanced features like facial recognition or high frame rates.
The battery lasts up to 6 hours under typical moderate usage like web browsing and document editing. Battery life decreases significantly with heavy tasks or bright screen settings.
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