Dell Precision 5690 vs Dell Precision 3561 Comparison

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Dell Precision 5690 vs Dell Precision 3561 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Precision 5690 and Precision 3561, two laptops by Dell. Dell Precision 5690 was introduced to market in February 2024 and Dell Precision 3561 was launched in May 2021. As you can see, Precision 3561 is 3 years older than Precision 5690. Let's see if this age difference between two laptops makes a big difference.

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Precision 5690 and Precision 3561 are members of Dell's Precision series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Dell Precision Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Dell Precision 5690	February 2024	16.0"	353.68 x 240.33 x 20.5-22.17 mm	2.17 kg (4.78 lbs)
Dell Precision 5490	February 2024	14.0"	310.6 x 210.35 x 7.49-18.95 mm	1.49 kg (3.29 lbs)
Dell Precision 3490	February 2024	14.0"	321.35 x 212 x 19.06-21.04 mm	1.4 kg (3.09 lbs)
Dell Precision 3591	February 2024	15.6"	357.8 x 233.3 x 22.7-24.7 mm	1.79 kg (3.95 lbs)
Dell Precision 3590	February 2024	15.6"	357.8 x 233.3 x 22.8 mm	1.62 kg (3.57 lbs)
Dell Precision 7680	March 2023	16.0"	356 x 258.34 x 25.05-27.45 mm	2.67 kg (5.89 lbs)
Dell Precision 5680	March 2023	16.0"	353.68 x 240.33 x 20.05-22.17 mm	1.91 kg (4.21 lbs)
Dell Precision 5480	March 2023	14.0"	310.6 x 210.35 x 18.95 mm	1.48 kg (3.26 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Dell Precision 5690 and Dell Precision 3561 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Dell Precision 5690 Key Specs

Launched in February 2024
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 135H
GPU: RTX A1000 Mobile 6GB
16GB Ram
353.68 x 240.33 x 20.5-22.17 mm (13.92 x 9.46 x 0.81-0.87 inches)
Weight: 2.17 kg (4.78 lbs)

Dell Precision 3561 Key Specs

Launched in May 2021
15.6" TN LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 11400H
GPU: Intel UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (16 EU)
8GB Ram
357.8 x 233.3 x 22.6-24 mm (14.09 x 9.19 x 0.89-0.94 inches)
Weight: 1.79 kg (3.95 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Precision 5690 and Precision 3561 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Dell Precision 5690 over Dell Precision 3561

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~87.3% vs ~80.4%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	4.5 mm vs 6.2 mm	1.7 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	16 inches vs 15.6 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Contrast Rate	1300:1 vs 500:1	more pleasing colors
Screen PPI	142 ppi vs 100 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels vs 1366 x 768 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 220 nits	Brighter Screen
CPU Fabrication Process	7 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	8 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	4.92 TFLOPS vs 0.382 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Flexible cable positions
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left	Faster RAM Type
RAM Type	LPDDR5X vs DDR4	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.2	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	3x USB 4.0 vs 2x USB 4.0	Better HDMI connectivity
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 2.0	Larger Touchpad Area
Touchpad Size	13.6 x 8.5 cm vs 11.5 x 6.7 cm

Reasons to choose Dell Precision 3561 over Dell Precision 5690

Weight	1.79 kg vs 2.17 kg	0.38 kg lighter
Response Time	25 ms vs 30 ms	Faster Response screen
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	More RAM Options
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers

Common Strengths of Dell Precision 3561 and Dell Precision 5690

Launch Dates	February 2024 vs May 2021	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs Yes	Easy Login with Fingerprint Sensor
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Built-in SD Card Reader	Yes vs Yes	Read & Write SD Cards
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Dell Precision 3561 and Dell Precision 5690

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support

Dell Precision 5690 vs Dell Precision 3561: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Dell Precision 5690 and the Dell Precision 3561.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.17 kg (4.78 lbs)	1.79 kg (3.95 lbs)
Surface Area	850 cm2 (131.7 inches2)	835 cm2 (129.5 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~87.3%	~80.4%
Side Bezel Thickness	~4.5 mm	~6.2 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.14 kg/inch	0.11 kg/inch
	0.308 lbs/inch	0.242 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Silver

Comparison of the Dell Precision 5690 and the Dell Precision 3561 External Dimensions

Weight

Precision 5690 weighs 2.17 kg (4.78 lbs), whereas the Precision 3561 weighs 1.79 kg (3.95 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Dell Precision 5690 2.17 kg

Avg: 16.0-16.9" 2.07 kg

Dell Precision 3561 1.79 kg

Avg: 15.0-15.9" 1.95 kg

Thickness Comparison

Dell Precision 5690 22.17 mm

Avg: 16.0-16.9" 20.35 mm

Dell Precision 3561 22.60 mm

Avg: 15.0-15.9" 20.17 mm

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Dell Precision 5690 is 0.14 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Dell Precision 3561 is 0.11 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2-in-1 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Dell Precision 5690 vs Dell Precision 3561: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 5 135H Intel Core Ultra 7 155H Intel Core Ultra 7 165H Intel Core Ultra 9 185H	Intel Core i5 11400H Intel Core i5 11500H Intel Core i7 11800H Intel Core i7 11850H Intel Core i9 11950H
Base Frequency	1.7 GHz	2.2-2.7 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.6 GHz	4.5 GHz
Number of Cores	Arc Graphics (7-	6
Number of Threads	18	12
L3 Cache	18 MB	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Arc Graphics (7-Cores)	Intel UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (16 EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	7 nm	10 nm
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1730	1478
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	14810	9375

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Dell Precision 5690 and Dell Precision 3561.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 5 135H

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 11400H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	RTX A1000 Mobile 6GB RTX A2000 Mobile 8GB RTX A3000 Mobile 8GB RTX A5000 Mobile	Intel UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (16 EU)
Base Clock Frequency	652 MHz	350 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1140 MHz	1450 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	60 W	15 W
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	5.837 TFLOPS	0.382 TFLOPS
Memory Size	6 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR6	DDR4
Memory Bus	192 bit
Memory Speed	1375 MHz 11 Gbps effective	3.2 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	2560	128
TMUs	80	16
ROPs	32	8

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Dell Precision 5690 has a FLOPS value of 4.92 TFLOPS whereas the Dell Precision 3561 ' has a FLOPS value of 0.382 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Dell Precision 5690 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB	8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	1x8 GB
RAM Clock	7467 MHz	3200 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	DDR4
Upgradable	No	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the Precision 5690 offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the Precision 3561's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

Dell Precision 5690

Dell Precision 3561

Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B

✔Run smoothly.

Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B

✖Not supported.

Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B

✖Not supported.

Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B

✖Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

In addition to RAM capacity, the type of RAM can significantly impact performance, with newer RAM types often offering higher speeds compared to others. Therefore, selecting RAM types with the latest DDR number can be a suitable choice based on your requirements.

BATTERY

BATTERY	99.5 Wh	64 Wh 97 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left, Right	Left
Charge Power	100 / 165 W	90 / 130 W
Voltage	11.55 V	15.2 V
Cable Length	1 meters

Moreover, the Precision 5690 boasts a larger battery capacity of 100 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Precision 3561's64 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Dell Precision 5690 100 Wh

Avg: 16.0-16.9" 74.15 Wh

Dell Precision 3561 64 Wh

Avg: 15.0-15.9" 62.1 Wh

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 4 TB, the Precision 5690 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Precision 3561's max. storage capacity of 2 TB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB	128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	2
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Dell Precision 5690 vs Dell Precision 3561: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Dell Precision 5690 and Dell Precision 3561 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Precision 5690 has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, Precision 3561 has a smaller 15.6" display.The total usable screen area of the Precision 5690 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Precision 3561's total usable screen area is 670cm² / 104inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Precision 5690 features a higher pixel density with 142 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Dell Precision 5690 142 PPI

Avg: 16.0-16.9" 169 PPI

Dell Precision 3561 100 PPI

Avg: 15.0-15.9" 144 PPI

Refresh Rate
Both Precision 5690 and Precision 3561 offer the same refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Furthermore, the Precision 3561 boasts a faster response time of 25.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
The Precision 5690 offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Dell Precision 5690 500 nits

Avg: 16.0-16.9" 413 nits

Dell Precision 3561 220 nits

Avg: 15.0-15.9" 319 nits

Dell Precision 5690 vs Dell Precision 3561 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Precision 5690 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Precision 3561 (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Precision 3561 is equipped with 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports. Precision 5690 does not have USB-A ports.
Both Precision 5690 and Precision 3561 have USB Type-C ports. Precision 5690 has 3x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Precision 3561 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Both Precision 5690 and Precision 3561 are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Both Precision 5690 and Precision 3561 feature an HDMI port. Precision 5690 offers 1x HDMI 2.1, while Precision 3561 offers 1x HDMI 2.0.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Both Precision 5690 and Precision 3561 come with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards.

Audio Jack
Both Precision 5690 and Precision 3561 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v6
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.4	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	No	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	3x USB 4.0	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 4)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.0
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	Yes
SD CardReader	Yes	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	No