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AED 1,399
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Laptop · Dell · 2016
The Dell 9550-4938 (XPS 15 Series) 2TB / 64GB 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 1,399 in the UAE and ₹31,990 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 performance for light 3D rendering and multitasking across 8GB DDR4 RAM. Its 56Wh battery sustains 5–6 hours under moderate use, uncommon for a 15.6-inch Skylake machine. The Thunderbolt and dual USB 3.1 ports offer strong connectivity for external displays and storage. Ideal for freelance designers running Photoshop or Lightroom, or students handling virtual machines and HD video editing, it delivers tangible productivity gains. Its weakness is thermal throttling: sustained GPU loads cause the GTX 960M to drop clocks after 15 minutes, reducing frame rates by 30%. Storage is SATA SSD, not NVMe, limiting file transfer speeds. In UAE at AED 1399, it’s good value because you get a rare 2TB SSD and Thunderbolt for under $380. In India at ₹31990, it’s overpriced—newer Ryzen 5 laptops with 16GB RAM and NVMe storage cost less and perform better.
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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 | 2048 |
| 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 lack of software support, despite the large storage. The value is low compared to newer models offering better performance and efficiency at similar prices.
The Dell 9550-4938 (XPS 15 Series) 2TB / 64GB is priced at AED 1399 in the UAE. It is available through select refurbished and second-hand retailers.
The Dell 9550-4938 (XPS 15 Series) 2TB / 64GB is priced at ₹31990 in India. It can be found through authorized refurbished sellers and online marketplaces.
The camera delivers 720p HD video with decent clarity in well-lit environments. Low-light performance is average and may appear grainy without additional lighting.
The battery lasts approximately 5 to 6 hours under typical mixed usage. Heavy tasks like video editing or multitasking reduce this to around 3 to 4 hours.
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