Dell Latitude 5520 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)

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Dell Latitude 5520
Dell Latitude 5520

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of Dell Latitude 5520 and Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Dell Latitude 5520 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Latitude 5520 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

excellent battery life

good security features

comfortable keyboard

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

heavier design

higher price point

Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent battery life

solid build quality

lightweight for portability

limited storage capacity

mediocre performance

low-resolution display

few connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude 5520 and Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
65 % - Display
44 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude 5520 vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude 5520 Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.78 cm x 23.33 cm x 1.987 cm 33.4 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.86 cm
Weight 1.59 kg 1.44 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Grey Denim blue | Mineral grey
DISPLAY Dell Latitude 5520 Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 141 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 25 ms response rate, 0.17925 mm pixel pitch Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude 5520 Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Celeron N3350 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 2.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Dell Latitude 5520 Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Dell Latitude 5520 Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 35 32 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude 5520 Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 500
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, RGB camera -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3204 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude 5520 Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230 Atheros QCA9377A
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Dell Latitude 5520 Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 63 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude 5520 Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt
INPUT Dell Latitude 5520 Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude 5520 Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Slots 1 x M.2 2280 (1 free)
1 x M.2 2230 (0 free)
-
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude 5520 Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition + Windows 11 Pro Licence - Multilingual User Interface (MUI) Windows 10 in S mode - English
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo Companion 3.0
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude 5520 Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (Lenovo IdeaPad 120S)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features ExpressCharge Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards FIPS 201 RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature 40 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 14IAP 81A5
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