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Lenovo IdeaPad 500 ideapad 520 (15") 81BF00C6SP
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i7-8550U 1,8GHz |
|---|---|
| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 250 nits |
| Hard drive | 2TB HDD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce MX150 2GB GDDR5 |
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Full specifications of Lenovo IdeaPad 500 ideapad 520 (15") 81BF00C6SP
| Reference / Part Number | 81BF00C6SP |
|---|---|
| Also sold as | 81BF00CHSP |
| Release date | November 2017, 8 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Gray |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Color name | Iron Grey |
| Housing material | Metal |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 15.6 " (39,6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Panel type | IPS |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Display brightness | 250 cd/m² |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-8550U |
| Processor frequency | 1,8 GHz |
| Generación del procesador | Intel Core i7-8xxx |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor threads | 8 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4 GHz |
| System bus rate | 4 GT/s |
| Processor cache | 8 MB |
| Processor socket | BGA 1356 |
| Processor lithography | 14 nm |
| Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
| Processor codename | Kaby Lake R |
| Bus type | OPI |
| Stepping | Y0 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 15 W |
| Configurable TDP-up frequency | 2 GHz |
| Configurable TDP-up | 25 W |
| Configurable TDP-down | 10 W |
| Configurable TDP-down frequency | 0,8 GHz |
| Tjunction | 100 °C |
| Maximum number of PCI Express lanes | 12 |
| PCI Express slots version | 3.0 |
| PCI Express configurations | 1x2+2x1,1x4,2x2,4x1 |
| ECC supported by processor | No |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 16 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 1x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 2 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | HDD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| HDD capacity | 2 TB |
| HDD speed | 5400 RPM |
| HDD size | 2.5 " |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MMC,SD,SDHC,SDXC |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA® GeForce® MX150 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics 620 |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 2 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR5 |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| On-board graphics card base frequency | 300 MHz |
| On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) | 1150 MHz |
| Maximum on-board graphics card memory | 32 GB |
| On-board graphics card DirectX version | 12.0 |
| On-board graphics card OpenGL version | 4.4 |
| On-board graphics card ID | 0x5917 |
Audio
| Audio system | Dolby Audio |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speakers manufacturer | Harman Kardon |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 1 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Front camera signal format | 720p |
| Auto focus | No |
Network
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Antenna type | 1x1 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 4.1 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 0 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| DisplayPorts quantity | 0 |
| Thunderbolt ports quantity | 0 |
| Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity | 0 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Windows keys | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Processor special features
| Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Intel® Smart Response Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) | Yes |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) | Yes |
| Intel Clear Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel® InTru™ 3D Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
| Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | Yes |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
| Intel Enhanced Halt State | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Secure Key | Yes |
| Intel TSX-NI | No |
| Intel® OS Guard | Yes |
| Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | Yes |
| Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID) | Yes |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
| Processor package size | 42 x 24 mm |
| Supported instruction sets | AVX 2.0,SSE4.1,SSE4.2 |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Identity Protection Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Smart Response Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Secure Key Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel TSX-NI version | 0.00 |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
| Processor ARK ID | 122589 |
| Conflict-Free processor | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 30 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Number of battery cells | 2 |
| Battery life (max) | 6 h |
Power
| AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
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Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | No |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | HDD,Power on,Supervisor |
Aprobaciones reguladoras
| Certificados de conformidad | RoHS |
|---|
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 4.9 lbs (2,2 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 14.9 " (378 mm) |
| Depth | 10.2 " (260 mm) |
| Height | 0.9 " (22 mm) |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
|---|---|
| Manual | Yes |
Other features
| 3D | No |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory (64-bit) | 16 GB |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lenovo IdeaPad 500 ideapad 520 (15") 81BF00C6SP good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce MX150. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Lenovo IdeaPad 500 ideapad 520 (15") 81BF00C6SP last?
The manufacturer declares up to 6 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Lenovo IdeaPad 500 ideapad 520 (15") 81BF00C6SP like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 250 nits display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Lenovo IdeaPad 500 ideapad 520 (15") 81BF00C6SP have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-8550U processor with the NVIDIA GeForce MX150 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Lenovo IdeaPad 500 ideapad 520 (15") 81BF00C6SP be upgraded?
It has 1 memory slot, but it already ships with the maximum it takes (16 GB).
Which operating system does the Lenovo IdeaPad 500 ideapad 520 (15") 81BF00C6SP come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Lenovo IdeaPad 500 ideapad 520 (15") 81BF00C6SP have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Lenovo IdeaPad 500 ideapad 520 (15") 81BF00C6SP have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
What material is the Lenovo IdeaPad 500 ideapad 520 (15") 81BF00C6SP made of?
Its housing is made of Metal.
How much does the Lenovo IdeaPad 500 ideapad 520 (15") 81BF00C6SP weigh?
It weighs 2,2 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the Lenovo IdeaPad 500 ideapad 520 (15") 81BF00C6SP released?
Its release date is November 2017, 8 years ago.