Dell Precision 3561 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 3561 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust processing power

excellent connectivity options

durable build quality

comfortable keyboard layout

good battery life

heavier than competitors

average display quality

limited graphics performance

higher price point

MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quadro graphics

lightweight and portable

impressive 4k display

robust build quality

fast processing speeds

expensive price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Precision 3561 and MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Precision 3561 vs. MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Precision 3561 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.78 cm x 23.33 cm x 2.405 cm 35.7 cm x 24.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.79 kg 1.88 kg
Colour Grey Black
DISPLAY Dell Precision 3561 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 141 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 25 ms response rate, 0.179 mm pixel pitch MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology
PROCESSOR Dell Precision 3561 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz -
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache 24 MB -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Intel WM590 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) -
MEMORY Dell Precision 3561 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Dell Precision 3561 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Precision 3561 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA T600 NVIDIA Quadro P3200
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Camera Features RGB camera -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3204 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features MaxxAudio Pro -
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Precision 3561 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230 Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Dell Precision 3561 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 64 Wh 82 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell Precision 3561 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V 180 Watt
INPUT Dell Precision 3561 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Anti-ghosting, white LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Precision 3561 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE Dell Precision 3561 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI) Windows 10 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) MSI BurnRecovery, MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Dragon Gaming Center 2.0
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Precision 3561 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features ExpressCharge Cooler Boost Trinity technology
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 80% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years
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