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Dell Precision M2800

Specifications

Dell Precision M2800
Dell Precision M2800
Processor
Intel Core i7-4810MQ 4 x 2.8 - 3.8 GHz (Intel Core i7)
Graphics adapter
AMD FirePro W4170M - 2048 MB VRAM, Core: 900 MHz, Memory: 1000 MHz, atiumdag13.352.1002.0 /Win7 64, AMD Powerplay (Switchable Graphics) mit Intel HD Graphics 4600
Memory
8 GB 
, 2x 4GB, PC3-12800 Hynix, up to 16 GB in 2 slots
Display
15.60 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel, CMN15BA, TN LED, glossy: no
Mainboard
Intel QM87 (Lynx Point)
Storage
SK hynix SH920, 128 GB 
, 65 GB free
Soundcard
Realtek ALC292 Realtek High Definition Audio
Connections
1 Express Card 54mm, 4 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, 1 Docking Station Port, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm stereo jack combined audio in/out, Card Reader: SD, SDHC, SDXC, 1 SmartCard, 1 Fingerprint Reader
Networking
Intel I217-LM Gigabit Network Connection (10/100/1000MBit/s), Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7260 (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.0
Optical drive
MATSHITA DVD+-RW UJ8FB
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 34 x 380 x 251 ( = 1.34 x 14.96 x 9.88 in)
Battery
97 Wh Lithium-Ion
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64 Bit
Camera
Webcam: 720p
Additional features
Keyboard: Standard, Keyboard Light: yes, 36 Months Warranty
Weight
2.92 kg ( = 103 oz / 6.44 pounds), Power Supply: 610 g ( = 21.52 oz / 1.34 pounds)
Price
1800 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 75.33% - good
Average of 6 scores (from 6 reviews)
price: 70%, performance: 91%, features: 80%, display: 81% mobility: 72%, workmanship: 84%, ergonomy: 90%, emissions: 83%

Reviews for the Dell Precision M2800

87% Dell Precision M2800 Notebook Review | Notebookcheck
Inexpensive entry. Dell introduces a new entry-level version of its exclusive portfolio of mobile workstations with the Precision M2800. We tested if the concept with updated Latitude cases and AMD FirePro graphics really works.
75% Dell Precision M2800
Source: Good Gear Guide English Archive.org version
This is a notebook that should only be considered if you are a professional. Architects, engineers, or anyone else who needs to run design and modeling software on a computer that can be taken home and onto job sites will benefit from the Precision M2800. For the rest of us, there are Ultrabooks.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/02/2015
Rating: Total score: 75%
80% Dell Precision M2800 Workstation review: A solid performer, but short on storage
Source: Zdnet.com English Archive.org version
It's not particularly portable, but the Dell Precision M2800 is certainly an impressive mobile workstation. Solidly built and equipped with high-end components, we have just a couple of niggles: the touchpad is too small for our liking, and the top-of-the-range model's 128GB SSD should be at least 256GB.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/19/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Dell Precision M2800 review: powerful mobile workstation for graphics, video or 3D design is big and heavy
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The Precision M2800 is big and heavy, but its performance is hard to beat if you need a high-end mobile workstation for graphics, video or 3D design. Battery life is quite respectable for such a powerful laptop, and along with Dell's three-year on-site warranty will ensure that the M2800 earns its keep.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/11/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 70% performance: 90% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
60% Dell Precision M2800
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
While the Dell Precision M2800 has the benchmark scores to back up its performance claims, it's just a good, not great, mobile workstation. The screen has flaws, battery life is short, and it's bulky and heavy. This workstation is more of a system that will work fine on your desk with an external monitor, and one you can grab for the occasional meeting rather than as a daily companion. The current Editors' Choice HP ZBook 14 holds on to its top spot for mobile workstations, thanks to its easy serviceability, a weight under 4 pounds, and a screen that is much easier on the eyes.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/31/2014
Rating: Total score: 60%
70% Dell Precision M2800
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
Offering consistently smooth performance for well under $2,000, the Dell Precision M2800 ($1,079 starting, $1,629 as reviewed) is deserving of a place in your workspace. Office managers can take comfort in its durable chassis and security software suite, and users can delight in its cozy soft-touch keyboard and crisp 1080p display.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/16/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%

Foreign Reviews

Dell Precision M2800 – стратегический партнер
Source: Notebook-Center.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Reliable; functional; productive. Negative: Thick and heavy; expensive.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/31/2014

Comment

Series:

The Dell Precision M2800 is an entry level notebook of its mobile workstation series. The casing is made to be very sturdy with all the parts fitted firmly and all the moving parts like the hinges are also well built. Unfortunately, the Dell Precision M2800 doesn't put much emphasis on design so it does not look as slick as the other laptops available in the market.

As expected from a workstation, the Dell Precision M2800 comes with a number of ports. It has 3 USB ports, a HDMI port, an Ethernet port, a card reader, an optical drive and a VGA port. Aside from wired connectivity, the Dell Precision M2800 is equipped with a wireless 802.11ac module as well as Bluetooth 4.0.

The display uses a matte FullHD panel with TN technology which does not boost great resolutions but gives users the ability to use it outdoors well thanks to its high brightness. The Dell Precision M2800 also gives users to choice when it comes to processor. For lower requirement purposes, the Intel Core i5-4200U is sufficient while for higher requirement purposes, the Intel Core i7-4610M can be utilized.

All in all, the Dell Precision M2800 gives users a chance to own a mobile workstation at a reasonable price. The specifications are moderate and the design is not great, but the machine is sturdy and is capable of high performance.

AMD FirePro W4170M: Professional mid-range workstation graphics card which is most likely based on the same Mars chip as the Radeon HD 8790M.

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


Intel Core i7: The Intel Core i7 for laptops is based on the LG1156 Core i5/i7 CPU for desktops. The base clock speed of the CPUs is relatively low, but because of a huge Turbo mode, the cores can dynamically overclock to up to 3.2 GHz (920XM). Therefore, the CPU can be as fast as high clocked dual-core CPUs (using single threaded applications) but still offer the advantage of 4 cores. Because of the large TDP of 45 W / 55 W, the CPU is only intended for large laptops.  


4810MQ: Haswell-based quad-core processor clocked at 2.8 GHz with Turbo Boost support. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 4600 GPU and a dual channel DDR3 memory controller.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


15.60":

15-inch display variants are the standard and are used for more than half of all laptops.

The reason for the popularity of mid-sized displays is that this size is reasonably easy on the eyes, often allows high resolutions and thus offers rich details on the screen, yet does not consume too much power and the devices can still be reasonably compact - simply the standard compromise.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


2.92 kg:

With this weight, a laptop is rather heavier than average. Devices in this range shine more with screen size and performance than with mobility.


Dell: Dell is a U.S. manufacturer (based in Texas) of computer hardware founded in 1984 and is one of the largest international manufacturers in terms of both market share and notebook models. Its product line includes desktops, notebooks, storage systems, monitors, servers, printers, consumer electronics and peripherals. Dell offers laptops that are suitable for various applications, such as business laptops, gaming laptops, ultra portables and workstations. Dell's business laptops from the Latitude and Precision series are an option for professional users and businesses.

In 2023, Dell had an approximate 17% market share of global PC sales, ranking #3 after Lenovo and HP.

For gaming enthusiasts, Dell's Alienware brand is for gaming notebooks.


75.33%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Stefan Hinum, 2014-07-22 (Update: 2014-07-22)