Dimensions and weight
The following table lists the height, width, depth, and weight of your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Front height |
11.15 mm (0.43 in. |
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| Rear height |
14.37 mm (0.56 in.) |
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| Width |
341.17 mm (13.43 in.) |
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| Depth |
240.70 mm (9.47 in.) |
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| Weight NOTE:The weight of your
computer depends on the configuration that you ordered.
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Processor
The following table lists the details of the processors that are supported in your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Description | Option one | Option two | Option three |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor type | AMD Ryzen 3 210 | AMD Ryzen 5 220 | AMD Ryzen 7 250 |
| Configurable Thermal Design Power (cTDP) | 15 W–30 W | 15 W–30 W | 15 W–30 W |
| Thermal Mode/Thermal Design Power (TDP) | |||
| Optimized | 15 W | 15 W | TBD |
| Performance | 18 W | 18 W | TBD |
| Processor core count | 4 | 6 | 8 |
| Processor thread count | 8 | 12 | 16 |
| Processor speed | Up to 4.7 GHz | Up to 4.9 GHz | Up to 5.1 GHz |
| Processor cache L2 | 4 MB | 6 MB | 8 MB |
| Processor cache L3 | 8 MB | 16 MB | 16 MB |
| Integrated graphics | AMD Radeon 740M Graphics | AMD Radeon 740M Graphics | AMD Radeon 780M Graphics |
| Neural Processing Units (NPU) Performance | Not applicable | Not applicable | Up to 16 TOPS |
| Tera Operations Per Second (TOPS) is an AI performance metric that indicates how many trillions of operations an AI processor can perform per second. | |||
Chipset
The following table lists the details of the chipset that is supported by your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Chipset |
Integrated with the processor |
| Processor |
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| DRAM bus width |
64-bit |
| Flash EPROM |
16 MB |
| PCIe bus |
Up to Gen4 |
Operating system
Your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266 supports the following operating systems:
- Windows 11 Home
- Windows 11 Pro
- Windows 11 Pro National Education
- Ubuntu Linux 22.04 LTS
Memory
The following table lists the memory specifications that are supported by your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Memory slots |
Two SODIMM slots |
| Memory type |
DDR5 |
| Memory speed |
Up to 5600 MT/s |
| Maximum memory configuration |
32 GB |
| Minimum memory configuration |
8 GB |
| Memory size per slot |
16 GB, 32 GB |
| Memory configurations supported |
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External ports and slots
The following table lists the external ports and slots on your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| USB ports |
NOTE:The system can also be powered using the
Type-C port
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| Audio port |
One Global headset (headphone and microphone combo) port |
| Video port(s) |
One HDMI 1.4 port |
| Media-card reader |
Not Supported |
| Power-adapter port |
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| Security-cable slot |
Wedge-shaped lock |
Internal slots
The following table lists the internal slots of your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| M.2 |
NOTE:To learn more about the features of
different types of M.2 cards, search 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 Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Description | Option one | Option two |
|---|---|---|
| Model number |
MediaTek MT7922 |
MediaTek MT7920 |
| Transfer rate |
Up to 2400 Mbps |
Up to 1200 Mbps |
| Frequency bands supported |
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| Wireless standards |
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| Encryption |
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| Bluetooth Core Specification |
Bluetooth 5.4 wireless card |
Bluetooth 6.0 |
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NOTE:These wireless cards are qualified against
the listed Bluetooth Core specifications.
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Audio
The following table lists the audio specifications of your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Audio controller |
ALC3356B |
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| Stereo conversion |
Supported |
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| Internal audio interface |
High definition audio interface |
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| External audio interface |
One global headset port |
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| Number of speakers |
Two |
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| Internal-speaker amplifier |
Supported |
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| External volume controls |
Keyboard shortcut controls |
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| Speaker output: | ||
| Average |
2 W x 2 = 4 W |
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| Peak |
2.5 W x 2 = 5 W |
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| Microphone |
Digital-array microphones in camera assembly |
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Storage
This section lists the storage options on your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
Your Dell Pro 15 Essential PV15266 supports M.2 2230 solid-state drive.The M.2 2230 solid-state drive is the primary drive of your computer.
| Storage type | Interface type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
|
M.2 2230, solid-state drive |
Gen4 PCIe NVMe |
Up to 1 TB |
Keyboard
The following table lists the keyboard specifications of your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Keyboard type |
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| Keyboard layout |
QWERTY |
| Number of keys |
Backlit keyboard:
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| 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 | Mic mute |
| F5 | Fn + F5 | Dictation |
| F6 | Fn + F6 | Keyboard lighting |
| F7 | Fn + F7 | Darker Screen |
| F8 | Fn + F8 | Brighter Screen |
| F9 | Fn + F9 | Projector |
| F10 | Fn + F10 | Print screen |
| F11 | Fn + F11 | Home |
| F12 | Fn + F12 | End |
The Fn key is also used with selected keys on the keyboard to invoke other secondary functions.
| Function key | Behavior |
|---|---|
| Fn + F1 | Operating system and application specific F1 behavior |
| Fn + F2 | Operating system and application specific F2 behavior |
| Fn + F3 | Operating system and application specific F3 behavior |
| Fn + F4 | Operating system and application specific F4 behavior |
| Fn + F5 | Operating system and application specific F5 behavior |
| Fn + F6 | Operating system and application specific F6 behavior |
| Fn + F7 | Operating system and application specific F7 behavior |
| Fn + F8 | Operating system and application specific F8 behavior |
| Fn + F9 | Operating system and application specific F9 behavior |
| Fn + F10 | Operating system and application specific F10 behavior |
| Fn + F12 | Operating system and application specific F11 behavior |
| Fn + F12 | Operating system and application specific F12 behavior |
| Fn + S | Toggle scroll lock |
| Fn + B | Pause/Break |
| Fn + R | System request |
| Fn + Right Ctrl | APP menu* ( IF KB without Windows Copilot key |
| Fn + Symbol (?/。) | APP menu* ( For BZ without Windows Copilot key |
| Fn + Space bar | Emoji |
| Fn + Left Arrow | Home |
| Fn + Right Arrow | End |
Camera
The following table lists the camera specifications of your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Description | Option one | Option two | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of cameras | one | one | ||
| Camera type | RGB HD camera | FHD_ RGB+IR without UPD | ||
| Camera location | Front camera | Front camera | ||
| Camera sensor type | RGB only, CSP | RGB+IR without UPD | ||
| Camera resolution: | ||||
| Still image | 1 megapixel | 2 megapixel | ||
| Video | 1280 x 720 (VGA/HD) at 30 fps | 1920 x 1080 (VGA/HD) at 30 fps | ||
| Infrared camera resolution: | ||||
| Video | Not applicable | 360 x 360 (VGA/HD) at 30 fps | ||
| Diagonal viewing angle: | ||||
| Camera | OP_82.7 degrees | OP_83 degrees | ||
| Infrared camera | Not applicable |
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Touchpad
The following table lists the touchpad specifications of your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Touchpad resolution: |
> 300 dpi |
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| Touchpad dimensions: | ||
| Horizontal |
124 mm (4.88 in.) |
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| Vertical |
79 mm (3.11 in.) |
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| 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 Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Description | Option one | Option two | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type |
45 W, USB Type-C
NOTE:The 45 W AC adapter is not available for
order in the EMEA region or South Korea |
65 W, USB Type-C |
|
| Power-adapter dimensions: | |||
| Height |
26 mm (1.02 in.) |
26.50 mm (1.04 in.) |
|
| Width |
40 mm (1.57 in.) |
60.00 mm (2.36 in.) |
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| Depth |
94 mm (3.70 in.) |
96.50 mm (3.80 in.) |
|
| Input voltage |
100 VAC – 240 VAC |
100 VAC – 240 VAC |
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| Input frequency |
50 Hz–60 Hz |
50 Hz–60 Hz |
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| Input current (maximum) |
1.30 A |
1.7A |
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| Output current (continuous) |
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| Rated output voltage |
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| Temperature range: | |||
| Operating |
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F) |
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| Storage |
-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
-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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Power adapter requirements
The following table lists the power adapter requirements for your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| 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.
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Battery
The following table lists the battery specifications of your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Description | Option one | Option two | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery type |
3-cell, 41 Wh, Lithium Ion Polymer, ExpressCharge Boost |
4-cell, 54 Wh, Lithium Ion Polymer, ExpressCharge |
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| Battery voltage |
11.25 VDC |
15 VDC |
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| Battery weight (minimum) |
0.19 kg (0.41 lb) |
0.24 kg (0.55 lb) |
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| Battery dimensions: | |||
| Height |
206.40 mm (8.12 in.) |
271.90 mm (10.70 in.) |
|
| Width |
82 mm (3.22 in.) |
82 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 battery:
NOTE:The
battery does not allow discharge past this
temperature. |
|
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| Storage |
-20°C to 65°C (-40°F to 140°F) |
-20°C to 65°C (-40°F to 140°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) |
Standard
Charge/Predominately AC User Charge Method:
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Standard
Charge/Predominately AC User Charge Method:
|
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| Coin-cell battery |
Not supported |
Not supported |
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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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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 Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Display type |
15.3-inch Full High Definition plus (FHD+) |
|
| Touch options |
No |
|
| Display-panel technology |
In-Plane Switching (IPS) |
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| Display-panel dimensions (active area): | ||
| Height |
205.92 mm (8.11 in.) |
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| Width |
329.47 mm (12.97 in.) |
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| Diagonal |
388.53 mm (15.30 in.) |
|
| Display-panel native resolution |
1920 x 1200 |
|
| Luminance (typical) |
400 nits |
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| Megapixels |
2.30 |
|
| Color gamut |
45% NTSC |
|
| Pixels Per Inch (PPI) |
148 |
|
| Contrast ratio (minimum) |
1000:1 |
|
| Response time (maximum) |
25 milliseconds |
|
| Refresh rate |
60 Hz |
|
| Horizontal view angle (minimum) |
+/- 89 degrees |
|
| Vertical view angle (minimum) |
+/- 89 degrees |
|
| Pixel pitch |
0.1716 mm |
|
| Power consumption (maximum) |
5.05 W |
|
| Anti-glare vs glossy finish |
Anti-Glare |
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Fingerprint reader (optional)
The following table lists the specifications of the optional fingerprint-reader of your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| 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 Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Sensors support |
|---|
| Accelerometer |
GPU—Integrated
The following table lists the specifications of the integrated Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Controller | Memory size | Processor |
|---|---|---|
|
AMD Radeon Graphics |
Shared system memory |
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Multiple displays, port and resolution matrix
The following table lists the multiple displays, port and resolution matrix of your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Port type | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Type-C port with Power Delivery and DisplayPort | HDMI 1.4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum resolution—single display | One display (3840 x 2160 at 144 Hz) | One display (3840 x 2160 at 30 Hz) | |
| Maximum resolution—two displays (dual MST) | Display lid open: One display (1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz) Display lid closed:Two displays (1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz) |
Not Supported | |
| Maximum resolution—three displays (triple MST) | Display lid open: One display (1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz) +One display (1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz) Display lid closed:One display (1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz) +Two displays (1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz) |
Not Supported | |
| Maximum resolution—four displays (quad MST) | Display lid open: Three displays (1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz) Display lid closed:Four displays (1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz) |
Not Supported | |
Hardware security
The following table lists the hardware security of your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
| Hardware security |
|---|
| Wedge-shaped lock slot |
| SafeID including Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 |
| Microsoft 10 Device Guard and Credential Guard |
| Microsoft Windows Bitlocker |
| Local hard drive data wipe through BIOS (Secure Erase) |
| Self-encrypting storage drives (Opal) |
| Trusted Platform Module TPM 2.0 |
Operating and storage environment
This table lists the operating and storage specifications of your Dell Pro Essential 15 PV15266.
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 |
-15.2 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) |
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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.
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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