Choose Precision 5520 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i7-6820HQ (vs Intel Core i5 6200U 2.3GHz)
- GPU Model at NVIDIA Quadro M1200 (vs Intel HD Graphics 520)
- Display Size at 15.6 inch (vs 13.3 inch)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Precision 5520 vs Aspire R7
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Precision 5520 and Aspire R7 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Precision 5520 | Aspire R7 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Dell | Acer |
| Product Family | Dell Precision | Aspire |
| Model | Precision 5520 | Aspire R7 |
| Model Number | Precision 5520 | — |
| Launch Year | 2016 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | 2-in-1 Convertible |
| Laptop Category | Mobile Workstation | 2-in-1 |
| Operating System | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i7 | Intel Core i5 |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i7-6820HQ | Intel Core i5 6200U 2.3GHz |
| Processor Generation | 6th Gen (Skylake) | 6th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | Skylake-H | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores | 2 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 8 threads | 4 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 2.3 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 2.8 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | — |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 3 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 45 W | 15 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 45 W | — |
| CPU Manageability Technology | Intel vPro supported on eligible business systems | — |
| AI / NPU | ||
| Platform AI Performance | — | 0 TOPS |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | Intel |
| GPU Model | NVIDIA Quadro M1200 | Intel HD Graphics 520 |
| GPU Architecture | Maxwell | — |
| VRAM Capacity | 4 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR5 | Shared system memory |
| GPU TGP | 45 W | 0 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1150 MHz | — |
| Maximum External Displays | 4 displays | 2 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 5120 x 2880 @ 60 Hz | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | — |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | LPDDR3 |
| Memory Speed | 2133 MT/s | 1866 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | Onboard |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | — |
| Memory Slots Used | 1 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | No |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel capable | Dual-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | SATA III / PCIe NVMe | SATA |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 + optional 2.5-inch | M.2 2280 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 2 drives | 1 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | Yes | — |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD; SDHC; SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | SD 4.0 | SDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 13.3 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | LED-backlit LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Touchscreen | — | Yes |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 400 nits | — |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Glossy |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | 160° degree | — |
| Flicker-Free | Yes | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p HD | 720p HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Camera Features | — | Fixed-focus RGB webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers | Stereo speakers |
| Audio Technology | Waves MaxxAudio Pro | Acer TrueHarmony |
| Microphone Configuration | Digital-array microphone | Dual-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Full-size island-style keyboard | Compact keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Spill-Resistant Keyboard | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | Multi-touch precision touchpad | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | IEEE 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | Intel dual-band wireless | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 | Bluetooth 4.0 |
| Ethernet Speed | Not present | — |
| WWAN | No | — |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 3.x Type-A | USB 3.0; USB 2.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB 3.x Type-C; DisplayPort Alt Mode where supported | USB 3.1 Gen 1 |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Version | Thunderbolt 3 | — |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | HDMI 1.4 | — |
| DisplayPort Output | Mini DisplayPort / USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode | USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | No | — |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1 M.2 storage slot(s) | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 56 Wh | 54 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 3 cells | 4 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Power Adapter | 130 W | 45 W |
| Power Connector | Barrel power connector | Barrel connector |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 357 mm | 343.8 mm |
| Depth | 235 mm | 230.4 mm |
| Thickness | 17 mm | 18.5 mm |
| Weight | 2 kg | 1.6 kg |
| Chassis Material | Aluminum; carbon fiber | Aluminum; Plastic |
| Lid Material | Aluminum | — |
| Base Material | Carbon fiber composite | — |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 135 degree | 360 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | Business-platform durability testing; no blanket MIL-STD claim | — |
| IP Rating | — | Not rated |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | TPM 2.0 | Firmware TPM |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | Yes | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | Dell business BIOS/UEFI manageability | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | — |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | Dell BIOS recovery and management features | Standard BIOS recovery |
| Sensors | ||
| Accelerometer | — | Yes |
| Gyroscope | — | Yes |
| Hall Sensor | — | Yes |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | Not claimed | — |
| EPEAT | Not claimed | — |
| TCO Certified | Not claimed | — |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | Not claimed | — |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 35 °C | 5–35 °C °C |
| Operating Humidity | 10 to 90 (non-condensing) % RH | 20–80% RH, non-condensing % RH |
| Storage Temperature | -20 to 60 °C | -20–60 °C °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Limited hardware warranty; region dependent | Limited warranty |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose Aspire R7 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i5 6200U 2.3GHz (vs Intel Core i7-6820HQ)
- GPU Model at Intel HD Graphics 520 (vs NVIDIA Quadro M1200)
- Display Size at 13.3 inch (vs 15.6 inch)
What is the difference between Precision 5520 and Aspire R7?
Precision 5520 and Aspire R7 share specifications such as Installed Memory (8 GB), Storage Capacity (256 GB), Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Launch Year (2016 year).
The main differences: Processor Model (Precision 5520: Intel Core i7-6820HQ, Aspire R7: Intel Core i5 6200U 2.3GHz); GPU Model (Precision 5520: NVIDIA Quadro M1200, Aspire R7: Intel HD Graphics 520); Display Size (Precision 5520: 15.6 inch, Aspire R7: 13.3 inch).
Precision 5520 may suit users who need its differing values, while Aspire R7 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.