Dell Precision 14 inch 5490 AI PC Mobile Workstation – NVIDIA RTX 1000, Intel Core Ultra 9 185H, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD – Titan Gray

Dell Precision 14 inch 5490 Mobile Workstation Technical Specifications

SKU: 5PMVX | Condition: Grade A – Refurbished

The Dell Precision 14 inch 5490 integrates the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H, NVIDIA RTX 1000, 32GB RAM, and 1TB SSD into a 14" Non-Touch Display architecture. Operating with whisper-quiet precision, this mobile workstation delivers 11 NPU TOPS via Intel AI Boost to accelerate mission-critical creative and technical flows. The 16:10 FHD+ PremierColor panel ensures high-clarity visuals at 500 nits, while the 32GB of high-velocity 7467 MHz RAM provides low-latency responsiveness for demanding 3D modeling and AI-driven data analysis in a travel-ready 14-inch form factor.

• Performance Architecture: Intel Core Ultra 9 185H with vPro technology, featuring 16 cores and 22 threads reaching up to 5.10 GHz for desktop-class compute density.
• AI Acceleration: Integrated Intel AI Boost NPU providing 11 TOPS of dedicated hardware to orchestrate AI-enhanced workloads and background task efficiency.
• Durability: Industrial-grade Aluminum Titan Gray construction, Grade A Refurbished to like-new standards for professional-grade resilience.
• Security: Hardware-enforced protection with an IR Camera for Windows Hello facial recognition and vPro-enabled enterprise manageability.
• Assurance: Includes a 90-Day Warranty with professional third-party certification and 30-day return window for total operational confidence.

Draped in a professional Titan Gray finish, the Precision 5490 eliminates workspace friction with high-throughput Wi-Fi 7 and four Thunderbolt 4 ports for massive device expandability. The thermally optimized design ensures heat-efficient performance during sustained rendering, providing a fluid user experience for engineers and architects. This workstation is specifically engineered to handle the most demanding jobs while maintaining a sleek, field-optimized footprint.

This is a true AI PC with dedicated NPU acceleration. Unlike legacy silicon, the Precision 5490 utilizes its dedicated AI engine to manage persistent background tasks fluidly, reducing the load on the primary CPU and GPU to preserve battery life while enhancing system stability during intensive creative rendering.

Professional Comparison: Compared to standard office laptops, the Precision 5490 provides a superior TCO advantage through its ISV-certified NVIDIA RTX 1000 graphics and 500-nit PremierColor display, ensuring professional-grade visual accuracy and workstation-class reliability.

Full Technical Specifications

• AI Engine: Intel AI Boost NPU | 11 NPU TOPS
• Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 185H (16 Cores, 22 Threads, Up to 5.10 GHz Max Turbo, 24 MB Cache, vPro)
• RAM: 32GB LPDDR5X-7467 SDRAM (On-board)
• Storage: 1TB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD
• Display: 14" FHD+ (1920 x 1200) IPS, Anti-glare, 500 nits, 100% sRGB, PremierColor (Non-Touch Display)
• Graphics: NVIDIA RTX 1000 (6GB GDDR6 Dedicated)
• Camera: 720p at 30 fps HD RGB-IR camera with Windows Hello support
• Audio: Dual Stereo Speakers with Waves MaxxAudio Pro
• Networking: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) + Bluetooth
• I/O Ports: 4x Thunderbolt 4 (USB Type-C) with Power Delivery and DisplayPort; 1x Headphone/Microphone Combo
• Input: Backlit English Keyboard; Precision Glass Haptic Trackpad
• Security: IR Facial Recognition; TPM 2.0; Intel vPro Enterprise
• Power: 130W USB Type-C Power Adapter
• Battery: 4-cell, 72 Wh Lithium Ion (Li-Ion)
• Physical: 12.2 x 8.3 x 0.74 in | 3.26 lbs | Titan Gray Aluminum
• Software: Windows 11 Pro 64-bit
• Warranty: 90-Day Third Party Refurbished Warranty (Grade A)

Ideal For: 3D Rendering Professionals, Mechanical Engineers, and Data Scientists requiring maximum compute density in a highly portable 14-inch workstation.

Warranty & Support

This product is Grade A Refurbished—it is in like-new condition with very light or no signs of use. It has been fully tested and professionally refurbished by a trusted third party. Includes a 90-Day Warranty and 30-Day return window for refund or exchange. Essential charging accessories are included.

Questions Buyers Ask

• Q: Can I upgrade the RAM on the Precision 5490?
  A: No, the 32GB LPDDR5X-7467 RAM is on-board (soldered) to maintain the ultra-slim chassis and high-velocity throughput.
• Q: Does this model support external 4K monitors?
  A: Yes, with four Thunderbolt 4 ports, you can drive multiple high-resolution 4K or 8K displays simultaneously.
• Q: What does Grade A Refurbished mean?
  A: Grade A is the highest cosmetic tier, meaning the unit will look and perform like a new machine, with minimal to no visible wear.
• Q: Is the RTX 1000 good for CAD software?
  A: Yes, the NVIDIA RTX 1000 is an ISV-certified GPU, optimized for stability and performance in professional apps like SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and Revit.
• Q: Does it have a touchscreen?
  A: No, this model features a 14-inch Full HD Plus Non-Touch Display with an anti-glare coating and high-brightness 500-nit output.