Dell Precision 3490 14-inch Mobile Workstation – Intel Core Ultra 7 155U, 32GB DDR5 RAM, 256GB NVMe SSD, Full HD Display
Product description
Short Product Description
The Dell Precision 3490 is a compact professional mobile workstation designed for business users, engineers, designers, developers and other professionals who need dependable performance in a portable form factor. Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 7 155U, 32GB DDR5 memory and a 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD, it delivers responsive multitasking and fast everyday system performance.
Its 14-inch Full HD display, Thunderbolt 4 connectivity, Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6/6E support and professional Precision workstation platform make it suitable for demanding productivity, business and professional computing environments.
Full Product Description
The Dell Precision 3490 brings workstation-class capabilities into a compact 14-inch laptop design. It is built for professionals who need more than a conventional office laptop, offering Intel Core Ultra processing, generous memory capacity, fast PCIe NVMe storage and a comprehensive selection of professional connectivity options.
The Intel Core Ultra 7 155U features 12 cores and 14 threads, with a maximum turbo frequency of up to 4.80 GHz and a 12MB cache. Its hybrid architecture combines Performance, Efficient and Low-Power Efficient cores to balance responsiveness and power efficiency.
With 32GB of DDR5 memory, the Precision 3490 is well equipped for heavy multitasking, large spreadsheets, development environments, business applications, browser-heavy workflows and professional productivity.
The included 256GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD provides fast system startup, quick application loading and responsive file access. Dell lists the Precision 3490 with M.2 2230 PCIe Gen 4 SSD options, including 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB capacities depending on configuration.
Intel Core Ultra 7 Performance
The Intel Core Ultra 7 155U provides a strong combination of performance and efficiency for professional computing.
Processor highlights include:
- 12 total CPU cores
- 14 total threads
- 2 Performance cores
- 8 Efficient cores
- 2 Low-Power Efficient cores
- Up to 4.80 GHz maximum turbo frequency
- 12MB cache
- 15W processor power rating
- Intel integrated graphics
- Intel AI acceleration capabilities
The Precision 3490 platform also supports more powerful Core Ultra 7 155H and 165H configurations, so buyers should verify the exact processor suffix on the specific unit.
32GB DDR5 Memory
The installed 32GB DDR5 RAM provides ample memory for demanding multitasking.
Users can comfortably work with:
- Large Excel spreadsheets
- Multiple browser windows and tabs
- Business applications
- Programming environments
- Database applications
- Photo and design applications
- Virtual meetings
- Document and presentation software
- Multiple applications running simultaneously
Dell's Precision 3490 platform supports configurations up to 64GB DDR5 memory, with two memory slots.
Fast 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD
The 256GB SSD provides significantly faster responsiveness than traditional hard drives.
Benefits include:
- Fast operating-system startup
- Quick application launches
- Faster file transfers
- Responsive document access
- Reduced loading times
- Quiet solid-state operation
Dell specifies the Precision 3490's storage as an M.2 2230 Gen 4 PCIe NVMe SSD.
14-inch Full HD Display
The Precision 3490 features a 14-inch Full HD display with a 1920 × 1080 resolution.
Dell offers several display configurations for this workstation, including:
- 14-inch FHD IPS, 250 nits
- 14-inch FHD IPS, 300 nits touchscreen
- 14-inch FHD IPS, 400 nits non-touch with 100% sRGB and low-blue-light technology
The exact brightness, colour coverage and touchscreen capability depend on the specific configuration.
Professional Workstation Platform
Unlike a standard consumer notebook, the Precision family is designed for professional workloads. The Precision 3490 is particularly suitable for professionals who need reliable computing performance in a portable workstation.
Depending on configuration, Dell also offers the Precision 3490 with an NVIDIA RTX 500 Ada Generation GPU with 4GB GDDR6, providing dedicated graphics capability for supported professional applications.
Important: Do not advertise the RTX 500 Ada GPU for this particular 32GB/256GB listing unless your exact unit has the dedicated GPU.
Thunderbolt 4 Connectivity
The Precision 3490 includes two Thunderbolt 4 ports with USB-C, USB4, DisplayPort Alt Mode and Power Delivery.
Thunderbolt 4 supports data transfer rates of up to 40Gbps and can connect to compatible docking stations and external displays. Dell states that these ports can support two 4K displays or one 8K display.
Professional Connectivity
The workstation provides a useful selection of connectivity options, including:
- 2 × Thunderbolt 4 USB-C
- 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1
- HDMI 2.1 TMDS
- Gigabit Ethernet
- Universal audio jack
- Optional nano-SIM
- Optional smart-card reader
- Security cable slot
This makes it suitable for office environments, docking stations, wired networks and professional peripherals.
Business-Ready Wireless Connectivity
The Precision 3490 supports modern wireless connectivity options, including Wi-Fi 6/6E depending on configuration.
Optional WWAN configurations are also available, allowing selected Precision 3490 systems to connect to cellular networks using supported LTE or 5G hardware.
Compact Professional Design
The Precision 3490 is designed to provide workstation functionality without the bulk associated with larger desktop-replacement workstations.
Its 14-inch form factor makes it convenient for professionals who regularly move between offices, meetings, client sites and work locations.
Specification
General Specifications
Brand: Dell
Product Family: Precision
Model: Precision 3490
Product Type: Mobile Workstation
Form Factor: Laptop / Notebook
Screen Size: 14 inches
Primary Use: Professional, Business, Engineering, Development, Productivity
Series: Precision 3000 Series
Processor
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 7 155U
Processor Generation: Intel Core Ultra Series 1
Processor Class: Intel Core Ultra 7
Total CPU Cores: 12
Performance Cores: 2
Efficient Cores: 8
Low-Power Efficient Cores: 2
Total Threads: 14
Maximum Turbo Frequency: Up to 4.80 GHz
Performance-Core Base Frequency: 1.70 GHz
Performance-Core Maximum Turbo: 4.80 GHz
Efficient-Core Base Frequency: 1.20 GHz
Efficient-Core Maximum Turbo: 3.80 GHz
Cache: 12MB
Processor Power: 15W
Integrated Graphics: Intel Graphics
AI Acceleration: Intel AI Boost / NPU
vPro: vPro Essentials supported on this processor configuration
Memory
RAM: 32GB
Memory Type: DDR5
Memory Speed: Up to 5600 MT/s
Memory Configuration: 2 × 16GB or 1 × 32GB depending configuration
Memory Slots: 2 × SODIMM
Maximum Supported Memory: Up to 64GB
ECC: Non-ECC
Memory Upgradeable: Yes, subject to configuration and supported modules
Storage
Storage Capacity: 256GB
Storage Type: PCIe NVMe SSD
SSD Form Factor: M.2 2230
Interface: PCIe Gen 4
SSD Class: Class 35 on Dell's listed 256GB configuration
Storage Upgrade Options: 512GB, 1TB and 2TB options available on the platform
Display
Display Size: 14 inches
Display Type: Full HD IPS
Resolution: 1920 × 1080
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Refresh Rate: 60Hz
Touchscreen: Configuration-dependent
Brightness: 250 nits / 300 nits / 400 nits depending configuration
Colour Gamut: Up to 100% sRGB depending panel
Anti-Glare: Available
Low Blue Light: Available on selected panel
Panel Technology: IPS
Graphics
Integrated Graphics: Intel Graphics
Dedicated Graphics Option: NVIDIA RTX 500 Ada Generation
Dedicated GPU Memory: 4GB GDDR6
Dedicated GPU: Configuration-dependent
For this 32GB/256GB listing: Confirm the exact unit before advertising an RTX 500 Ada GPU. The Precision 3490 is available in both integrated-graphics and dedicated-GPU configurations.
Camera
Camera: FHD camera options available
Resolution: Up to 1080p
Camera Options: FHD RGB or FHD HDR IR depending configuration
IR Camera: Available on selected configurations
Privacy Shutter: Configuration-dependent
Microphones: Integrated microphone array
Audio
Audio: Integrated stereo audio
Speakers: Stereo speakers
Microphones: Integrated microphone array
Audio Jack: Universal 3.5mm audio port
Wireless Connectivity
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 6E depending configuration
Wireless Module: Intel Wi-Fi modules available
Bluetooth: Supported
WWAN: Optional LTE/5G depending configuration
Mobile Broadband: Configuration-dependent
Wired Connectivity
Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps
USB-A: 2 × USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C: 2 × Thunderbolt 4
USB-C Features: USB4, DisplayPort Alt Mode, Power Delivery
Thunderbolt Speed: Up to 40Gbps
HDMI: HDMI 2.1 TMDS
Audio: Universal audio port
Security: Wedge-shaped security cable slot
SIM: Optional nano-SIM slot
Smart Card: Optional smart-card reader
Operating System
Supported Operating Systems: Windows 11 Pro
Supported Operating Systems: Windows 11 Home
Supported Operating Systems: Ubuntu 22.04 LTS
Supported Operating Systems: Red Hat 9.4
Actual Installed OS: Verify exact stock configuration before publishing
Battery
Battery Type: Rechargeable lithium-ion
Battery Options: 42Wh or 54Wh
Battery Configuration: 3-cell
Charging: USB-C Power Delivery
ExpressCharge: Supported on applicable configurations
Battery Life: Configuration and usage dependent
Physical Specifications
Form Factor: 14-inch mobile workstation
Width: Approximately 321.35 mm
Depth: Approximately 212 mm
Height: Configuration-dependent
Weight: Approximately 1.4 kg depending on configuration
Chassis Colour: Silver/grey finish depending configuration
Keyboard and Input
Keyboard: Dell Precision business keyboard
Keyboard Layout: Configuration-dependent
Backlit Keyboard: Available on selected configurations
Copilot Key: Available on supported keyboard configurations
Fingerprint Reader: Optional
Touchpad: Precision touchpad
Smart Card Reader: Optional
