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1 hour ago, Chalybion said:

6-core CPU max power is 60-75W, and for the 15" precision, max GPU power is 80W.  So a 180W adapter is plenty.

240W adapter is only needed for 17" models (w/ 110W GPU), or if overclocking an HK-variant CPU.

 

The Xeons are supposed to be a binned version of the equivalent i7, with additional support for ECC RAM and vPro.  So the Xeon theoretically has better silicon quality - so theoretically less voltage is converted to heat at the same clock speeds.  You may not see an appreciable temperature difference.

 

FWIW, I've undervolted two Xeons in these laptops; one was 100% stable at -115 mV (both core and cache), the other stable at -120 mV.  I'm not sure how that compares to the i7s.

 

 

 

I had an i7-9750H for four years, and it was completely stable at -125mV/-215mV for cache/core.

 

With Speedshift = 0 (Windows power plan set to High Performance) I could maintain it at -135mV/-225mV.

 

i7, i9, Xeon... I think it all depends on the silicon lottery.

 

I agree that a 180W charger is sufficient for i7 (6-core) versions.

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Thank you guys for answers.I think i need not to bother about other cpu,my 8750 is fully enough for today.Only i'll change gpu.Do you know a difference between delta and sunon fans,what are better?

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Delta fans create less high frequency noise at high speeds.  Not a necessary upgrade, but a nice-to-have if you are already taking off your heatsink.  They are distinguished by a white plug (instead of black), and no sticker on the fan hub.

Precision 7520 / Xeon E3-1535m v6 / 32 gb DDR4 2666 MHz CL15 / GTX 1650 Mobile / LP156QHG-SP(V1)

Precision 7540 / i9-9980HK / 32 gb DDR4 2666 MHz CL15 / RTX 4000 / LP156QHG-SP(V1) / Delta Fans

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I received a heatsink for p3200/rtx3000 from Aliexpress.But it came a little curved,and connection holes on gpu not matched by installing.So bad but its not the end of the world,i leave this idea,but at least i changed my Gelid HeatPhase for a fresh Ptm7950 on cpu.I see a little difference in temperatures already,Ptm is noticeably better.Thank you guys for answers and advices,have a nice day!

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On 9/13/2024 at 11:44 AM, PHVM_BR said:

The Precision 7540 here is like an old man in top shape:

 

RTX 4000 Max-Q 90W (Precision 7550 VBIOS):

 

https://www.3dmark.com/spy/52615614

 

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Quadro T2000 (60W GDDR5):

 

https://www.3dmark.com/spy/52510073

 

 

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Hey @PHVM_BR — thanks for sharing your RTX 4000 upgrade!
You mentioned switching to a Precision 7550 VBIOS (~90W).
Could you please share the exact VBIOS version string (as shown in GPU-Z)?
I want to update my current BIOS.
Thanks a lot! or the rom please

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On 11/2/2025 at 11:27 AM, Lidia said:

Hey @PHVM_BR — thanks for sharing your RTX 4000 upgrade!
You mentioned switching to a Precision 7550 VBIOS (~90W).
Could you please share the exact VBIOS version string (as shown in GPU-Z)?
I want to update my current BIOS.
Thanks a lot! or the rom please

My Precision is stored away; I've been using a newer laptop.

 

Maybe this weekend...

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7 hours ago, PHVM_BR said:

My Precision is stored away; I've been using a newer laptop.

 

Maybe this weekend...

It's okay, I found the 90W VBIOS file. I'll go ahead and share it here. I'm happy to help others who are looking to upgrade their RTX 4000.
 
 
 

229202.rom

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10 hours ago, Lidia said:
It's okay, I found the 90W VBIOS file. I'll go ahead and share it here. I'm happy to help others who are looking to upgrade their RTX 4000.
 
 
 

229202.rom 1022.5 kB · 1 download

Simply download the VBIOS update firmware available in the driver list on the P7550 support page, extract its contents with 7zip, and click on the corresponding option (RTX 5000 or RTX 4000).

 

The installation is automatic.

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