[dman]

Does dell offer a quad core processor without pulling in an Nvidia GPU? That is what ticks me off about their models. Upgrading to a quad core processor also requires upgrading to the 4k screen which requires an Nvidia GPU which makes battery life abysmal. Surely there are some users out there who want fast compile times, but dont want to do any graphics and want to maximize battery life?

[dijit]

Since nobody replied; yes they do.

At least my Precision 5520 had the option not to include the GPU, and even if you get it you can do hardware switching so battery life is unaffected essentially.

[barake]

You can buy the Precision 5520 with a quad i5 and no Nvidia GPU. Be sure to pick the larger 97Wh battery!

http://www.dell.com/en-us/work/shop/productdetails/precision...