Dell Inspiron 5547
Yes. 2 slots, up to 16 GB seen working.
It takes DDR3-1600 laptop-size sticks (SO-DIMM).
- Slots
- 2 SO-DIMM slots
- Type
- DDR3-1600 204-pin SO-DIMM
- Most seen working
- 16 GB in two or more machines
- Firmware says
- 16 GB maximum
- How sure
- 25 of 25 reports show this layout
Worked out from 25 hardware reports of this laptop. Sources and method. Updated 9 Nov 2026.
Batteries in these laptops report 40 Wh.
That is the design capacity the batteries themselves report, and the label can read 1 to 3 Wh higher. Other pack sizes may have shipped, so check the capacity printed on yours before you order.
From 23 battery readings. Sources and method. Updated 9 Nov 2026.
IllustrationQuestions
Can I upgrade the RAM in the Dell Inspiron 5547?
Yes. 2 slots, up to 16 GB seen working. It takes DDR3-1600 laptop-size sticks (SO-DIMM).
What type of RAM does the Dell Inspiron 5547 use?
DDR3-1600 laptop-size sticks (SO-DIMM, 204-pin).
How much RAM can the Dell Inspiron 5547 take?
Machines in the reports run up to 16 GB. That matches the 16 GB maximum the firmware reports.
What battery does the Dell Inspiron 5547 use?
Batteries in these laptops report 40 Wh, going by 23 reports. Other pack sizes may have shipped, so check the capacity printed on yours.
Is this my laptop?
Check the model name on the label underneath. It should read Inspiron 5547.