Dell Precision 5480 vs. MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Dell Precision 5480 and MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK). 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 5480 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 5480 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processors

compact and lightweight

high-resolution display

robust build quality

good thermal management

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful workstation performance

vibrant 4k display

lightweight, portable design

robust build quality

efficient cooling system

expensive price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Precision 5480 and MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Precision 5480 vs. MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Precision 5480 MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.06 cm x 21.035 cm x 1.109 cm 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.48 kg 1.9 kg
Colour Grey -
DISPLAY Dell Precision 5480 MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (Full HD Plus) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 161 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, 35 ms response rate, Low Blue Light technology, narrow bezel bent, 0.1578 mm pixel pitch WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology, narrow-bezel design
PROCESSOR Dell Precision 5480 MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz -
Number of Cores 14-core 6-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Dell Precision 5480 MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 6000 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 6000 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Dell Precision 5480 MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 40 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Precision 5480 MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA RTX A1000 NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 640 x 400 (infrared) Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel (standard), 0.25 Megapixel (infrared) -
Camera Features IR/RGB camera, 75.8 degrees -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720, 640 x 400 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC711-VD -
Audio Features - ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Precision 5480 MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO -
BATTERY Dell Precision 5480 MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 72 Wh 82 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell Precision 5480 MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V 230 Watt
INPUT Dell Precision 5480 MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Precision touchpad White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Precision 5480 MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Interfaces 4 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
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 (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE Dell Precision 5480 MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian Windows 10 Pro
Software Included Intel Rapid Storage Technology, Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence) Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, MSI Creator Center
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Precision 5480 MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, hall sensor -
Security Discrete 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 ExpressCharge, ExpressChargeBoost Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology
Compliant Standards TCG Certified, FIPS 140-3 MIL-STD 810G
Carbon Footprint 390 kg carbon emissions -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years
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