Dimensions and weight
The following table lists the height, width, depth, and weight of your XPS 15 9520.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Height: | ||
| Front height |
18.54 mm (0.73 in.) |
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| Rear height |
11.65 mm (0.46 in.) |
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| Width |
344.40 mm (13.56 in.) |
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| Depth |
230.14 mm (9.06 in.) |
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| Weight (minimum) |
NOTE:The weight of your computer depends on the configuration ordered and manufacturing variability.
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Processor
The following table lists the details of the processors supported by your XPS 15 9520.
| Description | Option one | Option two | Option three |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor type |
12th Generation Intel Core i5-12500H |
12th Generation Intel Core i7-12700H |
12th Generation Intel Core i9-12900HK |
| Processor wattage |
45 W |
45 W |
45 W |
| Processor core count |
12 |
14 |
14 |
| Processor thread count |
16 |
20 |
20 |
| Processor speed |
Up to 4.50 GHz |
Up to 4.70 GHz |
Up to 5 GHz |
| Processor cache |
18 MB |
24 MB |
24 MB |
| Integrated graphics |
Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Chipset
The following table lists the details of the chipset supported by your XPS 15 9520.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Chipset |
Intel 600 Series |
| Processor |
12th Generation Intel Core i5/i7/i9k |
| DRAM bus width |
64-bit |
| Flash EPROM |
64 MB |
| PCIe bus |
Up to PCIe Gen 4.0 |
Operating system
Your XPS 15 9520 supports the following operating systems:
- Windows 11 Home, 64-bit
- Windows 11 Pro, 64-bit
Memory
The following table lists the memory specifications of your XPS 15 9520.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Memory slots |
Two-SODIMM slots |
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| Memory type |
DDR5 |
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| Memory speed |
4800 MHz |
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| Maximum memory configuration |
64 GB |
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| Minimum memory configuration |
8 GB |
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| Memory size per slot |
8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB |
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| Memory configurations supported |
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Internal slots
The following table lists the internal slots of your XPS 15 9520.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| M.2 |
Two M.2 2230/2280 slots for solid-state drive NOTE:To learn more about the features of different types of M.2 cards, search in the Knowledge Base Resource at
www.dell.com/support.
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External ports
The following table lists the external ports on your XPS 15 9520.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| USB ports |
NOTE:Connect the power adapter (USB Type-C) to one of the three USB Type-C ports.
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| Audio port |
One universal audio jack |
| Video port |
USB Type-C port with DisplayPort Alt mode and Thunderbolt 4 |
| Media-card reader |
One SD-card slot |
| Docking port |
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| Power-adapter port |
DC-IN through one of the three USB Type-C ports |
| Security |
1 wedge-shaped lock slot |
Wireless module
The following table lists the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) module supported on your XPS 15 9520.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Model number |
Intel Killer 1675 (AX211)
NOTE:The wireless module is soldered to the system board and cannot be replaced without replacing the system board.
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| Transfer rate |
Up to 2400 Mbps |
| Frequency bands supported |
2.4 GHz/5 GHz |
| Wireless standards |
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| Encryption |
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| Bluetooth |
Bluetooth 5.2 |
Audio
The following table lists the audio specifications of your XPS 15 9520.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Audio controller |
Realtek ALC3281 |
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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 |
Universal audio jack |
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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 speaker output |
Tweeters (2 x 2 Watt); Woofers (2 x 2 Watt) |
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| Peak speaker output |
2.5 Watt x 4 = 10 Watt |
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| Subwoofer output |
Supported |
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| Microphone |
Digital-array microphones |
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Storage
This section lists the storage options on your XPS 15 9520.
- One M.2 2230/2280 solid-state drive
- Up to two M.2 2230/2280 solid-state drives
| Storage type | Interface type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
|
M.2 2230 solid-state drive |
PCIe Gen3.0x4 NVMe, up to 32 Gbps |
Up to 256 GB |
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M.2 2230 solid-state drive |
PCIe Gen4.0x4 NVMe, up to 64 Gbps |
Up to 256 GB |
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M.2 2280 solid-state drive |
PCIe Gen4.0x4 NVMe, up to 64 Gbps |
Up to 4 TB |
Media-card reader
The following table lists the media cards supported by your XPS 15 9520.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Media-card type |
One SD-card slot |
| 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 installed in your computer.
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Keyboard
The following table lists the keyboard specifications of your XPS 15 9520.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Keyboard type |
Standard backlit keyboard |
| Keyboard layout |
QWERTY |
| Number of keys |
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| Keyboard size |
X = 19.05 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.
For more information, see keyboard shortcuts
Keyboard shortcuts.
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Camera
The following table lists the camera specifications of your XPS 15 9520.
| Description | Values | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of cameras |
One |
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| Camera type |
RGB IR HD camera |
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| Camera location |
Front |
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| Camera sensor type |
CMOS-sensor technology |
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| Camera resolution: | |||
| Still image |
0.90 megapixel |
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| Video |
1280 x 720 (HD) at 30 fps |
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| Infrared camera resolution: | |||
| Still image |
0.20 megapixel |
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| Video |
576 x 360 (VGA) at 30 fps |
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| Diagonal viewing angle: | |||
| Camera |
78.50 degrees |
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| Infrared camera |
78.50 degrees |
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Touchpad
The following table lists the touchpad specifications of your XPS 15 9520.
| Description | Values | |
|---|---|---|
| Touchpad resolution: | ||
| Horizontal | 1770 | |
| Vertical | 1039 | |
| Touchpad dimensions: | ||
| Horizontal | 150.90 mm (5.94 in.) | |
| Vertical | 90 mm (3.54 in.) | |
| Touchpad gestures | For more information about touchpad gestures available on Windows, see the Microsoft knowledge base article at support.microsoft.com. | |
Power adapter
The following table lists the power adapter specifications of your XPS 15 9520.
| Description | Option one | Option two | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type |
90 W USB Type-C |
130 W USB Type-C |
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| 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) |
1.50 A |
1.80 A |
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| Output current (continuous) |
4.50 A |
6.50 A |
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| Rated output voltage |
20 VDC |
20 VDC |
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| Temperature range: | |||
| Operating |
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
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) |
-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 XPS 15 9520.
| Description | Option one | Option two | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery type |
3-cell, 56 Wh "smart" lithium-ion |
6-cell, 86 Wh "smart" lithium-ion |
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| Battery voltage |
11.40 VDC |
11.40 VDC |
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| Battery weight (maximum) |
0.26 kg (0.57 lb) |
0.34 kg (0.75 lb) |
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| Battery dimensions: | ||||
| Height |
77.70 mm (3.06 in.) |
77.70 mm (3.06 in.) |
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| Width |
295.20 mm (11.62 in.) |
295.20 mm (11.62 in.) |
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| Depth |
7.56 mm (0.30 in.) |
7.56 mm (0.30 in.) |
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| Temperature range: | ||||
| Operating |
0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F) |
0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F) |
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| Storage |
-20°C to 65°C (-4°F to 149°F) |
-20°C to 65°C (-4°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 on the Dell Power Manager see,
Me and My Dell on
www.dell.com/
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2hr (Express charge), 3hr (Standard charge) hours (when the computer is off) |
2hr (Express charge), 3hr (Standard charge) hours (when the computer is off) |
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| Coin-cell battery |
Not supported |
Not supported |
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Display
The following table lists the display specifications of your XPS 15 9520.
| Description | Option one | Option two | Option three | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type |
Full High Definition (FHD+) |
WLED UHD+ Touch |
OLED 3.5K Touch |
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| Touch options |
No |
Touch support, with 10 touch points |
Touch support, with 10 touch points |
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| Display-panel technology |
Wide Viewing Angle (WVA), Eyesafe |
Wide Viewing Angle (WVA), Eyesafe |
Wide Viewing Angle (WVA), Eyesafe |
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| Display-panel dimensions (active area): | ||||
| Height |
210.24 mm (8.28 in.) |
210.24 mm (8.28 in.) |
210.21 mm (8.28 in.) |
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| Width |
336.38 mm (13.24 in.) |
336.38 mm (13.24 in.) |
336.34 mm (13.24 in.) |
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| Diagonal |
396.24 mm (15.60 in.) |
396.24 mm (15.60 in.) |
396.24 mm (15.60 in.) |
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| Display-panel native resolution |
1920 x 1200 |
3840 x 2400 |
3456 x 2160 |
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| Luminance (typical) |
500 nits |
500 nits |
400 nits |
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| Megapixels |
2.30 |
9.20 |
7.46 |
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| Color gamut |
100% sRGB |
100% AdobeRGB, DCI-P3 94% (typ) |
DCI-P3 100% (typ) |
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| Pixels Per Inch (PPI) |
145 |
290 |
261 |
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| Contrast ratio (typical) |
1650:1 (typical) |
1600:1 |
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| Response time (max) |
35 ms |
35 ms |
2 ms |
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| Refresh rate |
60 Hz |
60 Hz |
60 Hz |
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| Horizontal view angle |
85 +/- degrees |
85 +/- degrees |
88 +/- degrees |
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| Vertical view angle |
85 +/- degrees |
85 +/- degrees |
88 +/- degrees |
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| Pixel pitch |
0.18 mm |
0.09 mm |
0.10 mm |
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| Power consumption (maximum) |
4.41 W |
10.40 W |
8.74 W |
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| Anti-glare vs glossy finish |
Anti-glare |
Anti-reflective |
Anti-reflective |
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Fingerprint reader
The following table lists the fingerprint-reader specifications of your XPS 15 9520.
| 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 XPS 15 9520.
| Controller | Memory size | Processor |
|---|---|---|
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Intel Iris Xe Graphics (Dual-channel memory configurations) |
Shared system memory |
12th Generation Intel Core i5/i7/i9 |
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Intel UHD Graphics (Single-channel memory configurations) |
Shared system memory |
12th Generation Intel Core i5/i7/i9 |
GPU—Discrete
The following table lists the specifications of the discrete Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your XPS 15 9520.
| Controller | Memory size | Memory type |
|---|---|---|
|
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop |
4 GB |
GDDR6 |
|
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050Ti Laptop |
4 GB |
GDDR6 |
Operating and storage environment
This table lists the operating and storage specifications of your XPS 15 9520.
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) |
140 G† |
160 G† |
| Altitude range |
-15.2 m to 3048 m (-49.87 ft to 10000 ft) |
-15.2 m to 10668 m (-49.87 ft to 35000 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 user environment.
† Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse.





























