Dell Precision 3530 vs. MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Dell Precision 3530 and MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Dell Precision 3530 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 3530 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor options

excellent security features

expandable memory slots

decent battery life

heavy and bulky

mediocre display quality

noisy under load

limited color options

MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quadro graphics

slim, lightweight design

high-resolution display

robust build quality

good battery life

high price point

limited port selection

noisy under load

average webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Precision 3530 and MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
76 % - Design
66 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Precision 3530 vs. MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Precision 3530 MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.6 cm x 25.07 cm x 2.43 cm 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.03 kg 1.9 kg
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Dell Precision 3530 MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% -
Features Anti-glare, PremierColor technology, Wide Viewing Angle, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, narrow-bezel design
PROCESSOR Dell Precision 3530 MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9880H
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz -
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache 9 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Dell Precision 3530 MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Dell Precision 3530 MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 1 TB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Precision 3530 MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro P600 NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features 74 degrees -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3246-CG -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Wave MAXXAudio Pro -
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Precision 3530 MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) -
BATTERY Dell Precision 3530 MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Technology 4-cell 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 68 Wh 82 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell Precision 3530 MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 130 Watt, 19.5 V 230 Watt
INPUT Dell Precision 3530 MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Precision touchpad White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Precision 3530 MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Interfaces USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
LAN
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
VGA
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, Memory Stick, MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, Memory Stick XC, SDXC UHS-II Card, SDXC UHS Card, Memory Stick PRO-HG) -
SOFTWARE Dell Precision 3530 MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI) Windows 10 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, MSI Creator Center
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Precision 3530 MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Microphone with noise-cancellation Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years Limited warranty - 3 years
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