Dell Precision 7740 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)

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

Our Rating: 85 %

Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)
Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Dell Precision 7740 and Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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 P53 (20QQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

high-resolution display

good thermal management

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Precision 7740 and Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
83 % - Design
82 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Precision 7740 vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.42 cm x 27.37 cm x 3.03 cm 37.74 cm x 25.23 cm x 2.94 cm
Weight 3.09 kg 2.5 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
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 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72%, 100% sRGB 72%
Features UltraSharp, anti-glare, Premium Panel Guarantee, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9850H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9850H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 Mobile Intel CM246
Platform Technology Intel vPro Platform -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 128 GB 128 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 4
Empty Slots 2 3
STORAGE Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung
Secondary Storage - 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000 NVIDIA Quadro T1000 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
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 Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)
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 200
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-LM -
BATTERY Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 97 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 19.5 V, 12.31 A 170 Watt, 20 V
INPUT Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)
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 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - Multilingual User Interface (MUI) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Precision 7740 Lenovo ThinkPad P53 (20QQ)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 20 - 80% (non-condensing) -
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