Dell Latitude 5520 – Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) – 16GB RAM – 256GB SSD – Intel Iris Xe Graphics

Overview

The Dell Latitude 5520 is a modern, lightweight 15.6-inch business laptop crafted for professionals who need reliable performance on a larger screen. Equipped with an 11th Generation Intel Core i5 processor, 16GB RAM, and a fast 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD, it powers through multitasking, video conferencing, data analysis, office productivity, and light creative work with ease. Its slim design, impressive battery life, MIL-STD-810H durability, and full connectivity make it perfect for hybrid work, presentations, and demanding office environments.

Display and Design

It features a 15.6-inch Full HD (1920 × 1080) anti-glare IPS display with 250 nits of brightness and wide viewing angles, delivering crisp, comfortable visuals ideal for spreadsheets, documents, presentations, and extended use. The durable plastic chassis with reinforced corners in a professional matte black finish provides excellent build quality and a sleek business appearance. Measuring 357 × 235 × 18.3 mm and starting at 1.59 kg, it offers a great balance between screen size and portability. A spill-resistant full-size keyboard with optional backlighting and a large precision multi-touch touchpad ensure comfortable typing and precise control.

Performance, Memory and Storage

Powered by the Intel Core i5-1135G7 processor (quad-core, up to 4.2 GHz turbo; vPro variant up to 4.4 GHz for enhanced management), the Latitude 5520 runs Windows 10 or 11 Pro efficiently for intensive business applications and multitasking. Intel Iris Xe Graphics deliver improved visual performance over older integrated options. The 16GB DDR4 RAM handles heavy workloads and multiple applications seamlessly, while the 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD ensures fast boot times under 10 seconds and quick file access. The system supports RAM upgrades up to 32GB via two SODIMM slots and storage expansion up to 1TB.

Connectivity, Security and Ports

Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6 for fast wireless performance, Bluetooth 5.2 for peripherals, and optional LTE for mobile data. Security features include TPM 2.0, an optional fingerprint reader, an optional IR camera for Windows Hello, BIOS-level passwords, Dell Data Protection, and a Noble wedge lock slot. Ports include two USB-C (one with optional Thunderbolt 4), two USB 3.2 Type-A, HDMI 2.0, RJ-45 Ethernet, a microSD card reader, and a headset combo jack. ExpressCharge technology allows up to 80% recharge in approximately 60 minutes.