Dimensions and weight
The following table lists the height, width, depth, and weight of your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Front height |
11.15 mm (0.44 in.) |
|
| Rear height |
14.37 mm (0.56 in.) |
|
| Width |
341.17 mm (13.43 in.) |
|
| Depth |
240.70 mm (9.48 in.) |
|
| Minimum Weight NOTE:The weight of your
computer depends on the configuration that you ordered.
|
1.536 kg (3.39 lbs) |
|
Processor
The following table lists the details of the processors that are supported on your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Option one | Option two | Option three | Option four | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Series 3 Intel Core 3 304 | Series 3 Intel Core 5 315 | Series 3 Intel Core 5 320 | Series 3 Intel Core 7 350 | |
| Wattage | 25 W | 25 W | 25 W | 25 W | |
| Total cores | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | |
| Number of Performance-cores | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | |
| Number of Efficient-cores | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | |
| Total threads NOTE:: Intel
Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on
Performance-cores.
|
5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | |
| Speed | Up to 4.30 GHz | Up to 4.40 GHz | Up to 4.60 GHz | Up to 4.80 GHz | |
| Performance-core frequency | |||||
| Base frequency | 1.50 GHz | 1.50 GHz | 1.50 GHz | 1.50 GHz | |
| Maximum turbo frequency | Up to 4.30 GHz | Up to 4.40 GHz | Up to 4.60 GHz | Up to 4.80 GHz | |
| Efficient-core frequency | |||||
| Base frequency | 1.40 GHz | 1.40 GHz | 1.40 GHz | 1.40 GHz | |
| Maximum turbo frequency | 3.30 GHz | 3.30 GHz | 3.40 GHz | 3.60 GHz | |
Chipset
The following table lists the details of the chipset that is supported on your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Chipset |
Integrated in the processor |
| Processor |
Intel Core Processor C3/C5/C7 |
| DRAM bus width |
64-bit |
| Flash EPROM |
32 MB |
| PCIe bus |
Up to Gen4 |
Operating system
Your Dell 15 D15261 supports the following operating systems:
- Windows 11 Home
- Windows 11 Pro
- Ubuntu Linux 24.04 LTS
Memory
The following table lists the memory specifications that are supported by your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Memory slots |
One SODIMM slot |
| Memory type |
DDR5 |
| Memory speed |
5600 MT/s |
| Maximum memory configuration |
32 GB |
| Minimum memory configuration |
8 GB |
| Memory size per slot |
8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB |
| Memory configurations supported |
|
External ports and slots
The following table lists the external ports and slots on your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| USB ports |
|
| Audio port |
Global headset jack |
| Video port(s) |
|
| Media-card reader |
Not supported |
| Power-adapter port |
Supported via USB Type-C |
| Security-cable slot |
One Wedge-shaped lock slot |
Internal slots
The following table lists the internal slots of your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| M.2 |
NOTE:To learn more about the features of
different types of M.2 cards, search Dell Support Site.
|
Wireless module
The following table lists the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) modules that are supported on your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Option one | Option two |
|---|---|---|
| Model number |
MediaTek MT7920 |
Intel AX211 |
| Transfer rate |
Up to 1200 Mbps |
Up to 2400 Mbps |
| Frequency bands supported |
|
|
| Wireless standards |
|
|
| Encryption |
|
|
| Bluetooth wireless card NOTE:The functionality of the Bluetooth wireless card may vary based on
the operating system. |
Bluetooth 5.4 wireless card |
Bluetooth 5.4 wireless card |
Audio
The following table lists the audio specifications of your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Audio controller |
ALC3356B |
|
| Stereo conversion |
Supported |
|
| Internal audio interface |
SoundWire interface |
|
| External audio interface |
One Universal Audio port |
|
| Number of speakers |
2 |
|
| Internal-speaker amplifier |
Supported |
|
| External volume controls |
Keyboard shortcut controls |
|
| Speaker output: | ||
| Average |
2.0 W |
|
| Peak |
2.5 W |
|
| Microphone |
Digital-array microphones in camera assembly |
|
Storage
This section lists the storage options on your Dell 15 D15261 .
Your Dell D15261 supports one M.2 2230 solid-state drive. The M.2 2230 solid-state drive is the primary storage drive of your computer.
| Storage type | Interface type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
|
M.2 2230 solid-state drive |
Gen4 PCIe NVMe |
256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB |
Keyboard
The following table lists the keyboard specifications of your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Keyboard type |
|
| Keyboard layout |
QWERTY |
| Number of keys |
|
| Key pitch |
Horizontal = 18.70 mm Vertical = 18.05 mm |
| 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.
NOTE:You can define
the primary behavior of the function keys (F1–F12) by changing
Function Key Behavior in the BIOS
Setup program.
NOTE:If Copilot in
Windows is not available on your computer, pressing the Copilot
key launches Windows search. For more information about Copilot
in Windows, search Dell
Support site. For
more information, see Keyboard function keys. |
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. The symbol that is shown on the lower part of the key refers to the character that is typed out when the key is pressed. If you press shift and the key, the symbol that is shown on the upper part of the key is typed out. For example, if you press 2, 2 is typed out; if you press Shift + 2, @ is typed out.
The keys F1-F12 at the top row of the keyboard are function keys for multimedia control, as indicated by the icon at the bottom of the key. Press the function key to invoke the task represented by the icon. For example, pressing F1 mutes the audio (refer to the table below).
| Function key | Redefined key (for multimedia control) | Behavior |
|---|---|---|
| F1 | Fn + F1 | Mute audio |
| F2 | Fn + F2 | Decrease volume |
| F3 | Fn + F3 | Increase volume |
| F4 | Fn + F4 | Play previous track/chapter |
| F5 | Fn + F5 | Play/Pause |
| F6 | Fn + F6 | Play the next track/chapter |
| F8 | Fn + F8 | Switch to external display |
| F9 | Fn + F9 | Search |
| F10 | Fn + F10 | Click keyboard backlight (optional). NOTE:Non-backlight
keyboards have the F10 function key without the backlight icon
and do not support the toggle keyboard backlight function.
NOTE:Toggle to cycle
the keyboard backlight status through off, low-backlight, and
high-backlight.
|
| F11 | Fn + F11 | Decrease brightness |
| F12 | Fn + F12 | Increase brightness |
The Fn key is also used with selected keys on the keyboard to invoke other secondary functions.
| Function key | Behavior |
|---|---|
| Fn + PrtScr | Turn off/on wireless |
| Fn + B | Pause/Break |
| Fn + Insert | Sleep |
| Fn + S | Toggle scroll lock |
| Fn + H | Toggle between power and battery-status light/hard-drive activity light |
| Fn + R | System request |
| Fn + Ctrl | Open application menu |
| Fn + Esc | Toggle Fn-key lock |
| Fn + PgUp | Page up |
| Fn + PgDn | Page down |
| Fn + Home | Home |
| Fn + End | End |
Camera
The following table lists the camera specifications of your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Option one | Option two | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of cameras | One | Two | ||
| Camera type | HD RGB | FHD RGB+IR | ||
| Camera location | Front | Front | ||
| Camera sensor type | RGB only, CSP | RGB+IR without UPD | ||
| Camera resolution: | ||||
| Still image | 1.0 megapixel | 2.0 megapixel | ||
| Video | 1280 x 720 (VGA/HD) at 30 fps | 1920 x 1080 (HD) at 30 fps | ||
| Infrared camera resolution: | ||||
| Video | Not applicable | 360 x 360 at 30 fps | ||
| Diagonal viewing angle: | ||||
| Camera | 82.7 degrees | 83.0 degrees | ||
| Infrared camera | Not applicable |
|
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Touchpad
The following table lists the touchpad specifications of your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Touchpad resolution: | ||
| Horizontal |
>300 DPI |
|
| Vertical |
>300 DPI |
|
| Touchpad dimensions: | ||
| Horizontal |
124.00 mm (4.88 in.) |
|
| Vertical |
79.00 mm (3.11 in.) |
|
| Touchpad gestures | For more information about the touchpad gestures available on Windows, search Microsoft Support Site. | |
Power adapter
The following table lists the power adapter specifications of your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Option one | Option two | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type |
45 W USB Type-C |
65 W USB Type-C |
|
| Power-adapter dimensions: | |||
| Height |
26.00 mm (1.02 in.) |
26.50 mm (1.04 in.) |
|
| Width |
40.00 mm (1.57 in.) |
60.00 mm (2.36 in.) |
|
| Depth |
94.00 mm (3.70 in.) |
96.50 mm (3.80 in.) |
|
| 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) |
|
|
|
| Rated output voltage |
|
|
|
| Temperature range: | |||
| Operating |
0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F) |
0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F) |
|
| Storage |
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
|
|
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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Power adapter requirements
The following table lists the power adapter requirements for your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Value |
|---|---|
| Power that is required from a power adapter to achieve optimal performance. | 65 W |
| Power that charges the computer at
a slower speed. NOTE:A warning message may appear
informing you about the use of a lower-powered adapter
and slower charging speed.
|
Less than 60 W |
| Minimum power that is required
from a power adapter to operate the computer and charge the
battery. NOTE:A warning message appears
informing you about the use of a lower-powered adapter and
slower charging speed.
|
27 W |
| USB Power Delivery (PD) fast charging | Supported |
| ExpressCharge mode | Supported NOTE:Ensure that the
computer with a 45 Wh battery is connected to a 65 W power
adapter for this feature to be supported.
|
Battery
The following table lists the battery specifications of your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Option one | Option two | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery type |
3-cell, 41 Wh, Lithium Ion Polymer, ExpressCharge |
4-cell, 54 Wh, Lithium Ion Polymer, ExpressCharge |
|
| Battery voltage |
11.25 VDC |
15.00 VDC |
|
| Battery weight (minimum) |
0.19 kg (0.41 lb) |
0.24 kg (0.55 lb) |
|
| Battery dimensions: | |||
| Height |
206.40 mm (8.12 in.) |
271.90 mm (10.70 in.) |
|
| Width |
82.00 mm (3.22 in.) |
82.00 mm (3.22 in.) |
|
| Depth |
5.75 mm (0.22 in.) |
5.75 mm (0.22 in.) |
|
| Temperature range: | |||
| Operating |
When charging battery:
|
When charging battery:
|
|
| Storage |
-20°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) |
-20°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) |
|
| 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) |
Standard Charge/Predominately AC User Charge Method:
|
Standard Charge/Predominately AC User Charge Method:
|
|
| Coin-cell battery |
Not supported |
Not supported |
|
|
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.
NOTE:To help preserve battery health, the battery may enter Storage
Mode after an extended period of inactivity (approximately three
weeks or longer). If the charge level becomes critically low during
storage, the battery may disable certain functions as a protective
measure. Connect the AC adapter to power on the computer and
recharge the battery. For more information about Storage Mode, see
Battery Storage Mode
at Dell Support Site.
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Power requirements

The power that is delivered by the charger must be between a minimum of 60 Watts that is required by the radio equipment, and a maximum of 65 Watts in order to achieve the maximum charging speed.
This computer supports USB Power Delivery (PD) fast charging.
Display
The following table lists the display specifications of your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Option one | Option two | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display type |
15.3-inch Full High Definition Plus (FHD+) |
15.3-inch Full High Definition Plus (FHD+) |
|
| Touch options |
No |
Yes |
|
| Display-panel technology |
In-Plane Switching (IPS) |
In-Plane Switching (IPS) |
|
| Display-panel dimensions (active area): | |||
| Height |
205.92 mm (8.11 in.) |
205.92 mm (8.11 in.) |
|
| Width |
329.47 mm (12.97 in.) |
329.47 mm (12.97 in.) |
|
| Diagonal |
388.53 mm (15.30 in.) |
388.53 mm (15.30 in.) |
|
| Display-panel native resolution |
1920 x 1200 |
1920 x 1200 |
|
| Luminance (typical) |
400 nits |
400 nits |
|
| Megapixels |
2.3 |
2.3 |
|
| Color gamut |
45% NTSC |
45% NTSC |
|
| Pixels Per Inch (PPI) |
148 |
148 |
|
| Contrast ratio (minimum) |
1200:1 |
1200:1 |
|
| Response time (maximum) |
25 milliseconds |
25 milliseconds |
|
| Refresh rate |
60 Hz |
60 Hz |
|
| Horizontal view angle |
+/- 89 degrees |
+/- 89 degrees |
|
| Vertical view angle |
+/- 89 degrees |
+/- 89 degrees |
|
| Pixel pitch |
0.1716 mm |
0.1716 mm |
|
| Power consumption (maximum) |
5.05 W |
5.05 W |
|
| Anti-glare vs glossy finish |
Anti-Glare |
Anti-Glare |
|
Fingerprint reader (optional)
The following table lists the specifications of the optional fingerprint-reader of your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Sensor technology |
Capacitive |
| Sensor resolution |
500 dpi |
| Sensor pixel size |
108 mm x 88 mm |
Sensors
The following table lists the sensors of your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Sensors support |
|---|
| Accelerometer for adaptive thermal |
| Hall sensor |
External display support
The following table lists the external display support for your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Graphics card | Supported external displays with laptop display enabled | Supported external displays with laptop display disabled |
|---|---|---|
|
Intel Graphics |
4 |
3 |
Hardware security
The following table lists the hardware security of your Dell 15 D15261 .
| Hardware security |
|---|
| Wedge-shaped lock slot |
| Padlock ring |
| Chassis lock slot support |
| Chassis intrusion switch |
| Enter chain tamper alerts |
| SafeID including Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 |
| Smart card keyboard (FIPS) |
| Microsoft 10 Device Guard and Credential Guard |
| Microsoft Windows BitLocker |
| Local hard drive data wipe through BIOS (Secure Delete) |
| Self-encrypting storage drives (Opal, FIPS) |
| Trusted Platform Module TPM 2.0 |
| China TPM |
| Intel Secure Start |
| Intel Authenticate |
Operating and storage environment
This table lists the operating and storage specifications of your Dell 15 D15261 .
Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
| Description | Operating | Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature range |
10°C to 35°C (50 °F to 95°F) |
-40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) |
| Relative humidity (maximum) |
20% to 80% (non-condensing) |
5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Vibration (maximum)* |
0.26 GRMS |
1.37 GRMS |
| Shock (maximum) |
40 G† |
105 G† |
| Altitude range |
-15.2 m to 3048 m (-49.87 ft to 10,000 ft) |
-15.2 m to 10,668 m (-49.87 ft to 35,000 ft) |
|
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.
Dell Optimizer
Dell Optimizer is an AI-based software application that allows you to customize your computer settings for power and battery, and more.
- Extend the battery life of your computer with Intelligent Battery Extender and Dynamic Charge.
- Tune the performance, power consumption, cooling, and fan noise with selectable thermal modes.
- Access and secure your computer depending on your physical presence.
- Download and redeem the apps that are purchased with your computer.
For more information about configuring and using these features, search for Dell Optimizer at the Dell Support Site.
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