Dimensions and weight
Height: |
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Front | 18.77 mm (0.74 in.) | |
Rear | 19.10 mm (0.75 in.) | |
Width |
324.3 mm (12.77 in.) | |
Depth |
232 mm (9.13 in.) | |
Weight (maximum) |
1.63 kg (3.60 lb) NOTE: The weight of your computer depends on the configuration ordered and the manufacturing variability. |
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Processors
Processor | 8th Generation Intel Core i3 (i3-8145U) | 8th Generation Intel Core i5 (i5-8265U) | 8th Generation Intel Core i7 (i7-8565U) |
Wattage | 15 W | 15 W | 15 W |
Core count/Thread count | 2C/4T | 4C/8T | 4C/8T |
Speed | 2.1 GHz | 1.6 GHz | 1.8 GHz |
L2 cache | 256 KiB/core | 256 KiB/core | 256 KiB/core |
L3 cache | 4 MB | 6 MB | 8 MB |
Integrated graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Intel UHD Graphics 620 | Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
Chipset
Chipset |
Integrated in the processor |
DRAM bus width |
x64 |
Flash EPROM | 16 MB |
PCIe bus | Up to Gen3 |
External bus frequency | Up to 8 GT/s |
Operating system
- Windows 10 Home (64-bit)
- Windows 10 Professional (64-bit)
- Ubuntu
Ports and connectors
External: | |
Network | One RJ-45 port |
USB |
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Audio | One headset (headphone and microphone combo) port |
Video | One HDMI 1.4 port (supports up to 2K) |
Memory card reader | One SD-card slot
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Micro subscriber identity module (uSIM) card | Not supported |
Docking port | Not supported |
Express card | Not supported |
Power adapter port | 4.5 mm |
Smart card reader | Not supported |
Security | Noble lock |
Legacy ports | Not supported |
Internal: | |
Expansion | Not supported |
M.2 |
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Memory
Slots | Two SODIMM slots |
Type | Dual-channel DDR4 |
Speed | 2666 MHz NOTE: The 2666 MHz memory functions at 2400 MHz for 8th Generation Intel Core processors. |
Maximum memory | 32 GB |
Minimum memory | 8 GB |
Memory per slot | 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB |
Configurations supported |
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Communications
Ethernet
Model number |
Ethernet controller integrated in the system board |
Transfer rate |
10/100 Mbps |
Wireless module
Model number | Intel 9462 | Intel 9560 | Qualcomm QCA9377 (DW1810) | Qualcomm QCA61x4A (DW1820) |
Transfer rate | Up to 433 Mbps | Up to 867 Mbps | Up to 433 Mbps | Up to 867 Mbps |
Frequency bands supported | Dual band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz | Dual band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz | Dual band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz | Dual band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz |
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Audio
Controller |
Realtek ALC3204 with Waves MaxxAudio Pro | |
Stereo conversion |
24-bit DAC (Digital-to-Analog) and ADC (Analog-to-Digital) | |
Internal interface | Intel HDA (high-definition audio) | |
External interface |
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Speakers | Two | |
Internal speaker amplifier | Integrated in ALC3204 (Class-D 2W) | |
External volume controls | Media-control shortcut keys | |
Speaker output: |
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Average | 2 W | |
Peak | 2.5 W | |
Subwoofer output |
Not supported | |
Microphone |
Digital-array microphones | |
Storage
Storage type | Interface type | Capacity |
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| One 2.5-inch hard drive | SATA (5400 RPM) | Up to 2 TB |
| One M.2 2230/2280 solid-state drive | PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe, up to 32 Gbps | Up to 512 GB |
Intel Optane memory (optional)
Intel Optane memory functions only as a storage accelerator. It neither replaces nor adds to the memory (RAM) installed on your computer.
NOTE: Intel Optane memory is supported on computers that meet the following requirements:
- 7th Generation or higher Intel Core i3/i5/i7 processor
- Windows 10 64-bit version or higher (Anniversary Update)
- Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version 15.9.1.1018 or higher
Interface | PCIe 3x2 NVMe 1.1 |
Connector | M.2 card slot (2230/2280) |
Configurations supported |
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Capacity | 16 GB |
Media-card reader
Type |
One SD-card slot |
Cards supported |
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Keyboard
Type |
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Layout | QWERTY |
Number of keys |
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Size |
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Shortcut keys |
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) by changing Function Key Behavior in BIOS setup program. Keyboard shortcuts |
Camera
Number of cameras | One | ||
Type | One HD fixed focus | ||
Location | Front (above the LCD screen) | ||
Sensor type | CMOS sensor technology | ||
Resolution: | |||
Camera: | |||
Still image | 1280 x 720 (HD) | ||
Video | 1280 x 720 (HD) at 30 fps | ||
Infrared camera: | |||
Still image | Not supported | ||
Video | Not supported | ||
Diagonal viewing angle: | |||
Camera | 74.9 degrees | ||
Infrared camera | Not supported | ||
Touchpad
Resolution: |
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Horizontal | 1229 | |
Vertical | 749 | |
Dimensions: |
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Horizontal | 105 mm (4.13 in.) | |
Vertical | 65 mm (2.56 in.) | |
Touchpad gestures
For more information about touchpad gestures for Windows 10, see the Microsoft knowledge base article 4027871 at support.microsoft.com.
Power adapter
Type |
45 W | 65 W | |
Diameter (connector) |
4.5 mm | 4.5 mm | |
Input voltage |
100 VAC-240 VAC | 100 VAC-240 VAC | |
Input frequency |
50 Hz-60 Hz | 50 Hz-60 Hz | |
Input current (maximum) |
1.30 A | 1.70 A | |
Output current (continuous) |
2.31 A | 3.34 A | |
Rated output voltage |
19.50 VDC | 19.50 VDC | |
Temperature range: |
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Operating |
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) | |
Storage |
–40°C to 70°C (–40°F to 158°F) | –40°C to 70°C (–40°F to 158°F) | |
Battery
Type |
3-cell “smart” lithium-ion (42 WHr) | ||
Voltage | 11.40 VDC | ||
Weight (maximum) |
0.2 kg (0.44 lb) | ||
Dimensions: | |||
Height |
5.90 mm (0.23 in.) | ||
Width |
97.15 mm (3.82 in.) | ||
Depth |
184.15 mm (7.25 in.) | ||
Temperature range: | |||
Operating | 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F) | ||
Storage | –40°C to 65°C (–40°F to 149°F) | ||
Operating time | Varies depending on operating conditions and can significantly reduce under certain power-intensive conditions. | ||
Charging time (approximate) | 4 hours (when the computer is off) NOTE: Control the charging time, duration, start and end time, and so on using the Dell Power Manger application. For more information on the Dell Power Manger see, Me and My Dell on https://www.dell.com/ | ||
Life span (approximate) | 300 discharge/charge cycles | ||
Coin-cell battery | CR-2032 | ||
Display
Type | FHD Anti-Glare | |
Panel technology | In-plane Switching (IPS) panel | |
Luminance (typical) | 220 nits | |
Dimensions (active area): | ||
Height | 173.99 mm (6.85 in.) | |
Width | 309.35 mm (12.18 in.) | |
Diagonal | 355.60 mm (14 in.) | |
Native resolution | 1920 x 1080 | |
Megapixels | 2.07 | |
Pixels Per Inch (PPI) | 157 | |
Contrast ratio (minimum) | 600:1 | |
Response time (maximum) | 35 msec rise/fall | |
Refresh rate | 60 Hz | |
Horizontal view angle | +/- 80 degrees | |
Vertical view angle | +/- 80 degrees | |
Pixel pitch | 0.161 mm | |
Power consumption (maximum) | 3.5 W | |
Anti-glare vs glossy finish | Anti-glare | |
Touch options | Not supported | |
Fingerprint reader (optional)
Sensor technology | Capacitive |
Sensor resolution | 500 PPI |
Sensor area | 5.5 mm x 4.4 mm (0.22 in. x 0.17 in.) |
Sensor pixel size | 108 pixels x 88 pixels |
Video
Discrete graphics | |||
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Controller | External display support | Memory size | Memory type |
| Nvidia GeForce MX130/MX150 | One HDMI port | 2 GB | GDDR5 |
The following table provides the detailed integrated graphics specifications of Inspiron 5480. | |||
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Controller | External display support | Memory size | Memory type |
| Intel UHD Graphics 620 | One HDMI port | Shared system memory | System memory |
Computer environment
Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
Operating |
Storage |
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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 (maximum) |
–15.2 m to 3,048 m (–50 ft to 10,000 ft) | –15.2 m to 10,668 m (–50 ft to 35,000 ft) |
* Measured using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment.
† Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard drive is in use.
‡ Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard-drive head is in parked position.




























