Dell Precision 5690 Workstation: Hands-on Review
"Surprisingly lightweight but packs a powerful punch." — StorageReview
Precision 5690 Workstation
Intelligent performance. Power to create your masterpieces.
A premium workstation built for users who want a large display and exceptional, intelligent performance in a thin and light design. Features FHD HDR IR camera, Haptics trackpad and premium audio for a high-quality experience.
Intelligent performance. Power to create your masterpieces.
A premium workstation built for users who want a large display and exceptional, intelligent performance in a thin and light design. Features FHD HDR IR camera, Haptics trackpad and premium audio for a high-quality experience.
Tech Specs & Customization
Processor
Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 135H vPro (18 MB cache, 14 cores, 18 threads, up to 3.20 GHz, 45W)
Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 155H vPro Essentials (24 MB cache, 16 cores, 22 threads, up to 3.0 GHz, 45W)
Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 165H vPro (24 MB cache, 16 cores, 22 threads, up to 3.10 GHz, 45W)
Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 185H vPro (24 MB cache, 16 cores, 22 threads, up to 3.10 GHz, 45W)
Operating System
(Dell Technologies recommends Windows 11 Pro for business)
Windows 11 Pro, 64-bit
Windows 11 Home, 64-bit
Ubuntu® Linux® 22.04, 64-bit
Red Hat Linux® 9.4
Video Card
Discrete:
NVIDIA® RTX™ 1000 Ada Generation Laptop, 6 GB GDDR6
NVIDIA® RTX™ 2000 Ada Generation Laptop, 8 GB GDDR6
NVIDIA® RTX™ 3500 Ada Generation Laptop, 12 GB GDDR6
NVIDIA® RTX™ 4000 Ada Generation Laptop, 12 GB GDDR6
NVIDIA® RTX™ 5000 Ada Generation Laptop, 16 GB GDDR6
Integrated:
Intel® Arc™ Graphics
Display
16", FHD+ 1920 x 1200, 60 Hz, Non-Touch, Anti-Glare, 500 nit, 100% DCI-P3, Low Blue Light
16", UHD+ 3840 x 2400, 60 Hz, OLED, Touch, Anti-Smudge, 400 nit, 100% DCI-P3, Low Blue Light
Memory*
16 GB, LPDDR5x, 7467 MT/s, dual-channel (onboard)
32 GB, LPDDR5x, 7467 MT/s, dual-channel (onboard)
64 GB, LPDDR5x, 7467 MT/s, dual-channel (onboard)
Storage
256 GB, M.2 2230, Gen 4 PCIe NVMe, SSD, Class 35
512 GB, M.2 2280, Gen 4 PCIe NVMe, SSD, Class 40
1 TB, M.2 2280, Gen 4 PCIe NVMe, SSD, Class 40
2 TB, M.2 2280, Gen 4 PCIe NVMe, SSD, Class 40
4 TB, M.2 2280, Gen 4 PCIe NVMe, SSD, Class 40
512 GB, M.2 2280, Gen 4 PCIe NVMe, SSD, Self Encrypting Opal 2.0, Class 40
1 TB, M.2 2280, Gen 4 PCIe NVMe, SSD, Self Encrypting Opal 2.0, Class 40
Colour
Annodized Titan Gray
Microsoft Office
Dell Auto Bluetooth Pairing
Meeting Ready Apps
Play Ready 3.0
Dell Support Assist
Dell Developed Recovery Environment (DDRE)
Dell Optimizer for Precision
Dell Support Center
Intel® WiFi Direct
Security Software
Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
Intel Boot Guard
Intel BIOS Guard
Intel Trusted Execution Technology (TXT)
ADL- Hypervisor Linear Address Translation (HLAT)
Intel Total Memory Encryption Multi-Key TME
D-Pedigree (Secure Supply Chain Functionality)
Dell Digital Device ID: TPM Platform Root Key Provisioning
Dell Trusted Device Agent Validation
VMware Workspace ONE
Absolute® Endpoint Visibility and Control
Netskope
Dell Supply Chain Defense
Support Services
1Y Hardware Service with In-Home/Onsite Service after Remote Diagnosis
2Y Hardware Service with In-Home/Onsite Service after Remote Diagnosis
3Y Hardware Service with In-Home/Onsite Service after Remote Diagnosis
4Y Hardware Service with In-Home/Onsite Service after Remote Diagnosis
5Y Hardware Service with In-Home/Onsite Service after Remote Diagnosis
1Y ProSupport with ProSupport Next Business Day Service
2Y ProSupport with ProSupport Next Business Day Service
3Y ProSupport with ProSupport Next Business Day Service
4Y ProSupport with ProSupport Next Business Day Service
5Y ProSupport with ProSupport Next Business Day Service
1Y ProSupport Plus with ProSupport Same Business Day Service
2Y ProSupport Plus with ProSupport Same Business Day Service
3Y ProSupport Plus with ProSupport Same Business Day Service
4Y ProSupport Plus with ProSupport Same Business Day Service
5Y ProSupport Plus with ProSupport Same Business Day Service
Accidental Damage Protection
1-year Accidental Damage Service
2-year Accidental Damage Service
3-year Accidental Damage Service
4-year Accidental Damage Service
5-year Accidental Damage Service
Ports
2 Thunderbolt™ 4 (40 Gbps) port with Power Delivery
1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® port with DisplayPort™ Alt Mode
1 Universal Audio port
1 HDMI 2.1 port
Slots
1 SD-card slot (optional)
1 wedge-shaped lock slot
1 smartcard reader (optional)
Dimensions & Weight
Height: 22.17 mm (0.87 in.)
Width: 353.68 mm (13.92 in.)
Depth: 240.33 mm (9.46 in.)
Weight (minimum): 2.01 kg (4.43 lb)
Touchpad
Haptics touchpad
Camera
1080p at 30 fps, FHD IR camera with HDR, narrow FHD + IR w/ XYZ ALS (MIPI), Dual-array microphones
Audio and Speakers
Stereo speakers with Waves MaxxAudio® 13, 4 x 2 W = 8 W total
Chassis
Material:
Aluminum + resin
Color:
Anodized Titan Gray
Wireless*
Intel® Wi-Fi 7 BE200, 2x2, 802.11be, MU-MIMO, Bluetooth® wireless card
Ratings & Reviews
Drivers, Manuals & Support
Dell Support
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Intel® Core™ Processors
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