Dimensions and weight
The following table lists the height, width, depth, and weight of your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Plastic | Aluminum | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height: | |||
| Front height |
16.96 mm (0.66 in.) |
15.52 mm (0.61 in.) | |
| Rear height |
19.00 mm (0.74 in.) |
17.50 mm (0.69 in.) | |
| Width |
358.50 mm (14.11 in.) |
358.50 mm (14.11 in.) | |
| Depth |
235.60 mm (9.27 in.) |
234.90 mm (9.24 in.) | |
| Weight
NOTE:The weight of your computer depends on the configuration ordered and manufacturing variability.
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Minimum - 1.83 kg (4.03 lb) Maximum - 1.90 kg (4.19 lb) |
Minimum - 1.85 kg (4.08 lb) Maximum - 1.94 kg (4.27 lb) |
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Processor
The following table lists the details of the processors supported by your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Option one | Option two | Option three | Option four | Option five | Option six | Option seven |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Processor type |
AMD Athlon Silver 3050U |
AMD Ryzen 3 3250U |
AMD Ryzen 3 5425U |
AMD Ryzen 5 5500U |
AMD Ryzen 5 5625U |
AMD Ryzen 7 5700U |
AMD Ryzen 7 5825U |
| Processor wattage |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
15 W |
| Processor core count |
2 |
2 |
4 |
6 |
6 |
8 |
8 |
| Processor thread count |
2 |
4 |
8 |
12 |
12 |
16 |
16 |
| Processor speed |
2.30 GHz to 3.20 GHz |
2.60 GHz to 3.50 GHz |
2.70 GHz to 4.10 GHz |
2.10 GHz to 4 GHz |
2.30 GHz to 4.30 GHz |
1.80 GHz to 4.30 GHz |
2 GHz to 4.50 GHz |
| Processor cache |
4 MB |
4 MB |
10 MB |
8 MB |
19 MB |
8 MB |
20 MB |
| Integrated graphics |
AMD Radeon Graphics |
AMD Radeon Graphics |
AMD Radeon Graphics |
AMD Radeon Graphics |
AMD Radeon Graphics |
AMD Radeon Graphics |
AMD Radeon Graphics |
Chipset
The following table lists the details of the chipset that is supported for your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Option one | Option two |
|---|---|---|
| Processors |
AMD Athlon series |
AMD Ryzen series |
| Chipset |
Integrated |
Integrated |
| DRAM bus width |
Two channels, 64-bit |
Two channels, 64-bit |
| Flash EPROM |
16 MB |
16 MB |
| PCIe bus |
Up to Gen 3 |
Up to Gen 3 |
Operating system
Your Inspiron 15 3525 supports the following operating systems:
- Windows 11 Home, 64-bit
- Windows 11 Home in S-mode, 64-bit
- Windows 11 Pro, 64-bit
- Windows 11 Pro National Academic, 64-bit
- Ubuntu 20.04 LTS, 64-bit
Memory
The following table lists the memory specifications of your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Memory slots |
Two SODIMM |
| Memory type |
DDR4 |
| Memory speed |
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| Maximum memory configuration |
16 GB |
| Minimum memory configuration |
4 GB |
| Memory size per slot |
4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB |
| Memory configurations supported |
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External ports
The following table lists the external ports of your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Network port |
N/A |
| USB ports |
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| Audio port |
One headset (headphone and microphone combo) port |
| Video port |
One HDMI 1.4 port
NOTE:The maximum resolution supported by HDMI port is 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz.
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| Media-card reader |
One SD card slot |
| Power-adapter port |
65 W AC adapter, 4.5 mm barrel-type |
| Security-cable slot |
N/A |
Internal slots
The following table lists the internal slots of your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| M.2 |
NOTE:To learn more about the features of different types of M.2 cards, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at
Dell Support Site.
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Wireless module
The following table lists the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) modules that are supported on your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Option one | Option two |
|---|---|---|
| Model number |
Realtek RTL8821CE |
MediaTek MT7921 |
| Transfer rate |
433 Mbps |
1200 Mbps |
| Frequency bands supported |
2.40 GHz/5 GHz |
2.40 GHz/5 GHz |
| Wireless standards |
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| Encryption |
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| Bluetooth wireless card |
Bluetooth 5.0 |
Bluetooth 5.2 |
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NOTE:The version of the Bluetooth wireless card may vary depending on the operating system that is installed on your computer.
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Audio
The following table lists the audio specifications of your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Dali | Barcelo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audio controller |
Realtek ALC3204 |
Realtek ALC3254 | |
| Stereo conversion |
Supported |
Supported | |
| Internal audio interface |
High definition audio interface |
High definition audio interface | |
| External audio interface |
One headset (headphone and microphone combo) port |
One headset (headphone and microphone combo) port | |
| Number of speakers |
Two |
Two | |
| Internal-speaker amplifier |
Supported |
Supported (Audio codec built-in amplifier) | |
| External volume controls |
Keyboard shortcut controls |
Keyboard shortcut controls | |
| Speaker output: | |||
| Average speaker output |
2 W |
2 W | |
| Peak speaker output |
2.5 W |
2.5 W | |
| Subwoofer output |
Not supported |
Not supported | |
| Microphone |
Single digital microphone |
Plastic : Single digital microphone Aluminum: Dual-array microphones |
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Storage
This section lists the storage options on your Inspiron 15 3525.
- 2.5-in. 5400 RPM, SATA hard drive
- M.2 2230/2280 for solid-state drive
- 2.5-in. 5400 RPM, SATA hard drive
- M.2 2230/2280 for solid-state drive
| Storage type | Interface type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
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2.5-in. 5400 rpm, hard drive |
SATA |
Up to 2 TB |
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M.2 2230 solid-state drive |
PCIe NVMe 3x4 |
Up to 1 TB |
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M.2 2230 solid-state drive |
PCIe NVMe 4x4 |
Up to 1TB |
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M.2 2280 solid-state drive |
PCIe NVMe 4x4 |
Up to 2 TB |
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M.2 2280 solid-state drive, QLC |
PCIe NVMe 3x4 |
Up to 1 TB |
Media-card reader
The following table lists the media cards that are supported on your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Media-card type |
One SD card |
| Media-cards supported |
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NOTE:The maximum capacity supported by the media-card reader varies depending on the standard of the media card that is installed on your computer.
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Keyboard
The following table lists the keyboard specifications of your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Keyboard type |
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| Keyboard layout |
QWERTY |
| Number of keys |
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| Keyboard size |
X = 18.70 mm key pitch Y = 18.05 mm key pitch |
| Keyboard shortcuts |
Some keys on your keyboard have two symbols on them. These keys can be used to type alternate characters or to perform secondary functions. To type the alternate character, press Shift and the desired key. To perform secondary functions, press Fn and the desired key.
NOTE:You can define the primary behavior of the function keys (F1–F12) changing
Function Key Behavior in BIOS setup program.
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Camera
The following table lists the camera specifications of your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Plastic | Aluminum | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of cameras |
One |
One | ||
| Camera type |
HD RGB camera |
FHD RGB camera | ||
| Camera location |
Front camera |
Front camera | ||
| Camera sensor type |
CMOS sensor technology |
CMOS sensor technology | ||
| Camera resolution: | ||||
| Still image |
0.92 megapixel |
2 megapixels | ||
| Video |
1280 x 720 (HD) at 30 fps |
1920 x 1080 (FHD) at 30 fps | ||
| Diagonal viewing angle: |
78.60 degrees |
82 degrees | ||
Touchpad
The following table lists the touchpad specifications of your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Touchpad resolution: | ||
| Horizontal |
> 300 |
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| Vertical |
> 300 |
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| Touchpad dimensions: | ||
| Horizontal |
115 mm (4.52 in.) |
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| Vertical |
80 mm (3.15 in.) |
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| Touchpad gestures | For more information about touchpad gestures available on Windows, see the Microsoft Knowledge Base article at Microsoft Support Site. | |
Power adapter
The following table lists the power adapter specifications of your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Type |
65 W |
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| Connector dimensions: | ||
| External diameter |
2.90 mm (0.11 in.) |
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| Internal diameter |
4.50 mm (0.17 in.) |
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| Input voltage |
100 VAC x 240 VAC |
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| Input frequency |
50 Hz x 60 Hz |
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| Input current (maximum) |
1.70 A |
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| Output current (continuous) |
3.34 A |
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| Rated output voltage |
19.50 VDC |
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| Temperature range: | ||
| Operating |
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
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| Storage |
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
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CAUTION:Operating and storage temperature ranges may differ among components, so operating or storing the device outside these ranges may impact the performance of specific components.
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Battery
The following table lists the battery specifications of your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Option one | Option two | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery type |
3-cell, 41 Wh "smart" lithium ion |
4-cell, 54 Wh "smart" lithium ion |
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| Battery voltage |
11.25 VDC |
15.0 VDC |
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| Battery weight (maximum) |
0.19 kg (0.41 lbs) |
0.24 kg (0.54 lbs) |
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| Battery dimensions: | |||
| Height |
206.40 mm (8.12 in.) |
271.90 mm (10.70 in.) |
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| Width |
82.00 mm (3.22 in.) |
82.00 mm (3.22 in.) |
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| Depth |
5.75 mm (0.22 in.) |
5.75 mm (0.22 in.) |
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| Temperature range: | |||
| Operating |
When charging the battery:
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When charging the battery:
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| Storage |
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) |
-40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) |
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| Battery operating time | Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions. | Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions. | |
| Battery charging time (approximate)
NOTE:Control the charging time, duration, start and end time, and so on, using the Dell Power Manager application. For more information about Dell Power Manager, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at
Dell Support Site.
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4 hours (when the computer is off) |
4 hours (when the computer is off) |
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| Coin-cell battery |
N/A |
N/A |
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CAUTION:Operating and storage temperature ranges may differ among components, so operating or storing the device outside these ranges may impact the performance of specific components.
CAUTION:Dell Technologies recommends that you charge the battery regularly for optimal power consumption. If your battery charge is depleted, connect the power adapter, turn on your computer, and then restart your computer to reduce the power consumption.
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Display
The following table lists the display specifications of your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Option one | Option two | Option three | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type |
High Definition (HD) |
Full High Definition (FHD) |
Full High Definition (FHD) |
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| Touch options |
No |
No |
Yes |
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| Display-panel technology |
Twisted Nematic (TN) |
In-Plane Switching (IPS) |
Wide Viewing angle (WVA) |
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| Display-panel dimensions (active area): | ||||
| Height |
193.54 mm (7.62 in.) |
193.54 mm (7.62 in.) |
193.60 mm (7.62 in.) |
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| Width |
344.23 mm (13.60 in.) |
344.23 mm (13.60 in.) |
344.20 mm (13.55 in.) |
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| Diagonal |
394.90 mm (15.50 in.) |
394.90 mm (15.50 in.) |
394.90 mm (15.54 in.) |
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| Display-panel native resolution |
1366 x 768 |
1920 x 1080 |
1920 x 1080 |
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| Luminance (typical) |
220 nits |
250 nits |
220 nits |
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| Megapixels |
1.05 M |
2.07 M |
2.07M |
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| Color gamut |
NTSC 45% typical |
NTSC 45% typical |
NTSC 45% typical |
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| Pixels Per Inch (PPI) |
100 |
141 |
141 |
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| Contrast ratio (typical) |
400:1 |
600:1 |
700:1 |
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| Response time (maximum) |
20 ms |
35 ms |
35 ms |
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| Refresh rate |
60 Hz |
120 Hz |
60 Hz |
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| Horizontal view angle |
40 degrees (Left/Right) |
80 degrees (Left/Right) |
80 degrees (Left/Right) |
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| Vertical view angle |
10 degrees (Up) / 30 degrees (Down) |
80 degrees (Up/Down) |
80 degrees (Up/Down) |
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| Pixel pitch |
0.252 x 0.252 mm |
0.17925 x 0.17925 mm |
0.17925 x 0.17925 mm |
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| Power consumption (maximum) |
4.20 W |
4.20 W |
4.6 W |
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| Anti-glare vs glossy finish |
Anti-glare |
Anti-glare |
Anti-glare |
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Fingerprint reader (optional)
The following table lists the specifications of the optional fingerprint-reader of your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Fingerprint-reader sensor technology |
Capacitive |
| Fingerprint-reader sensor resolution |
500 dpi |
| Fingerprint-reader sensor pixel size |
108 x 88 |
GPU—Integrated
The following table lists the specifications of the integrated Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Controller | Memory size | Processor |
|---|---|---|
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AMD Radeon Graphics |
Shared system memory |
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GPU—Discrete
The following table lists the specifications of the discrete Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Controller | Memory size | Memory type |
|---|---|---|
|
NVIDIA GeForce MX550 (upsell) |
2 GB |
GDDR6 |
Hardware security
The following table lists the hardware security of your Inspiron 15 3525.
| Hardware security |
|---|
| Windows Hello - Fingerprint Reader (optional) |
| Camera shutter (for metal laptop only) |
Operating and storage environment
This table lists the operating and storage specifications of your Inspiron 15 3525.
Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
| Description | Operating | Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature range |
0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F) |
-40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) |
| Relative humidity (maximum) |
10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
0% to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Vibration (maximum)* |
0.66 GRMS |
1.30 GRMS |
| Shock (maximum) |
110 G† |
160 G† |
| Altitude range |
-15.20 m to 3048 m (-49.80 ft to 10,000 ft) |
-15.20 m to 10,668 m (-49.80 ft to 35,000 ft) |
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CAUTION:Operating and storage temperature ranges may differ among components, so operating or storing the device outside these ranges may impact the performance of specific components.
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* Measured using a random vibration spectrum that simulates the user environment.
† Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse.




























