Dell Precision 7740 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Dell Precision 7740
Dell Precision 7740

Our Rating: 85 %

Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)
Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)

Our Rating: 78 %

Detailed comparison and review of Dell Precision 7740 and Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Dell Precision 7740 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 7740 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful processor performance

high-resolution display

expandable memory options

robust build quality

excellent graphics capabilities

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

shorter battery life

limited portability

Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

good thermal management

reliable security features

heavy chassis

mediocre battery life

limited display brightness

expensive base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Precision 7740 and Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Precision 7740 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.42 cm x 27.37 cm x 3.03 cm 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.42 cm
Weight 3.09 kg 2.07 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 127 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72%, 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features UltraSharp, anti-glare, Premium Panel Guarantee, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9850H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 Mobile Intel WM490
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 128 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 2
Empty Slots 2 1
STORAGE Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000 NVIDIA Quadro P620 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features 720p HD movie recording IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3281 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM Intel I219-V
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - WWAN upgradable
BATTERY Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 97 Wh 68 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 19.5 V, 12.31 A 135 Watt
INPUT Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)
Interfaces Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 1 (20TQ)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ExpressCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards ISO 14443 type A, FIPS 201 RoHS
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 20 - 80% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
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