Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

solid build quality

decent processing power

affordable price

average battery life

heavier than competitors

no thunderbolt support

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Latitude 7285 2-in-1 and Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Latitude 7285 2-in-1 vs. Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Latitude 7285 2-in-1 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 27.48 cm x 20.92 cm x 0.725 cm 30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 27.48 cm x 20.92 cm x 0.725 cm / 680 g - tablet
1.36 g - tablet with keyboard
30.39 cm x 21.91 cm x 0.6 cm / 380 g - keyboard dock
30 cm x 20.5 cm x 0.99 cm / 880 g - tablet
Weight 680 g 880 g
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Platinum
DISPLAY Dell Latitude 7285 2-in-1 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Screen Size (Type) 12.3" 12.2" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1920 (WQHD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 320 cd/m²
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, BFR/PVC-free, Corning Gorilla glass 4, arsenic free Glossy
PROCESSOR Dell Latitude 7285 2-in-1 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7Y54 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.2 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Dell Latitude 7285 2-in-1 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Dell Latitude 7285 2-in-1 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 35 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Latitude 7285 2-in-1 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 615 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear) 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Windows Hello Rear camera with auto focus, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X2
Audio Features MaxxAudio Pro -
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Latitude 7285 2-in-1 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Dell Latitude 7285 2-in-1 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Technology 2-cell 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 34 Wh 39 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Dell Latitude 7285 2-in-1 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Dell Latitude 7285 2-in-1 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Type Detachable keyboard Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Volume control Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Latitude 7285 2-in-1 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2, VGA, HDMI)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Dell Latitude 7285 2-in-1 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Latitude 7285 2-in-1 Lenovo Miix 520-12IKB (81CG)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Keyboard, USB-C power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, Lenovo Active Pen 2
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, magnetometer, gyro sensor G-sensor, hall sensor, gyroscope
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Compliant Standards FIPS 140-2, TCG Certified RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - on-site Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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