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DELL XPS 17 9720 9720-8458
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 17" 3840x2400 WVA 60Hz 500 nits 100% Adobe RGB |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 16GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 6GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of DELL XPS 17 9720 9720-8458
| Reference / Part Number | 9720-8458 |
|---|---|
| Release date | October 2022, 3 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black,Platinum,Silver |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Housing material | Aluminum |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 17 " (43,2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 3840 x 2400 pixels |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| HD type | UHD+ |
| Panel type | WVA |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Display brightness | 500 cd/m² |
| Pixel pitch | 0,0954 x 0,0954 mm |
| Pixel density | 266 ppi |
| RGB color space | Adobe RGB |
| Color gamut | 100 % |
| Display response rise/fall | 35 ms |
| Maximum refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 1600:1 |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-12700H |
| Generación del procesador | Intel Core i7-12xxx |
| Processor cores | 14 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,7 GHz |
| Processor cache | 24 MB |
| Configurable TDP-down | 35 W |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 4800 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD,SDHC,SDXC |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 6 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
Audio
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC711-CG |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 4 |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 0,9 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi data rate (max) | 2400 Mbit/s |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 0 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 0 |
| Número de puertos Thunderbolt 4 | 4 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Pro |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Processor special features
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
|---|---|
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 97 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 6 |
| Battery voltage | 11,4 V |
| Battery recharge time | 4 h |
| Fast charging | Yes |
| Battery weight | 13.6 oz (385 g) |
Control de energía
| Puerto de carga USB tipo C | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB Power Delivery | Yes |
| AC adapter power | 130 W |
| AC adapter frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| USB charging voltage | 5,20 V |
| USB charging current | 6.5 A |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Password protection | Yes |
Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 35 °C |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -40 - 65 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 % |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 0 - 95 % |
| Operating altitude | -15,2 - 3048 m |
| Non-operating altitude | -15,2 - 10668 m |
| Operating shock | 3.9 oz (110 G) |
| Non-operating shock | 5.6 oz (160 G) |
| Operating vibration | 0 oz (0,66 G) |
| Non-operating vibration | 0 oz (1,3 G) |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 5.7 lbs (2,57 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 14.7 " (374,5 mm) |
| Depth | 9.8 " (248,1 mm) |
| Height (front) | 0.3 " (8,67 mm) |
| Height (rear) | 0.5 " (1,31 cm) |
Packaging content
| Cables included | AC |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
Is the DELL XPS 17 9720 9720-8458 good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the DELL XPS 17 9720 9720-8458 like?
It carries a 17" 3840x2400 WVA 60Hz 500 nits 100% Adobe RGB display.
Which processor and graphics card does the DELL XPS 17 9720 9720-8458 have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-12700H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the DELL XPS 17 9720 9720-8458 be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 16GB).
Which operating system does the DELL XPS 17 9720 9720-8458 come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the DELL XPS 17 9720 9720-8458 have?
According to its spec sheet: 4 × Thunderbolt 4, card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the DELL XPS 17 9720 9720-8458 have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the DELL XPS 17 9720 9720-8458 have a touch screen?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the screen is a touch screen.
What material is the DELL XPS 17 9720 9720-8458 made of?
Its housing is made of Aluminum.
How much does the DELL XPS 17 9720 9720-8458 weigh?
It weighs 2,57 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the DELL XPS 17 9720 9720-8458 released?
Its release date is October 2022, 3 years ago.