Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Specifications, Tests and Review

Screen Size
15.6"
Resolution
1600 x 900 (HD+)
CPU
Intel Core i5 (2nd Gen) 2520M / 2.5 GHz
GPU
Intel HD Graphics 3000
RAM
4 GB
Core Qty
Dual-Core
Storage
320 GB HDD
Lenovo ThinkPad L520 Review

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durable build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

solid performance

reliable security features

heavier than competitors

dated design

average display quality

limited graphics performance

Total Rating

75 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Product Type Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38 cm x 24.7 cm x 3.6 cm
Weight 2.6 kg
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Screen Size (Type) 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
Colour Support 16.7 million colours
Features Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L520
CPU Intel Core i5 (2nd Gen) 2520M / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L520
RAM 4 GB
Max RAM Supported 8 GB
RAM Type DDR3 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin
Slots Qty 2
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 320 GB HDD
Optical Drive DVD-Writer
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 3000
Memory Allocation Technology Dynamic Video Memory Technology
Camera Yes
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC269Q
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet
WWAN
Generation 3G upgradable
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Technology Lithium Ion
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Slots 1 x ExpressCard/54 (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 2.0
PoweredUSB 2.0
USB 2.0/eSATA
VGA
DisplayPort
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L520
Included Accessories Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return

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