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Lenovo ThinkPad E E550
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i3 i3-5005U 2GHz |
|---|---|
| Screen | 15.6" 1366x768 |
| Hard drive | 500GB HDD |
| RAM | 4GB DDR3L-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Pro |
| Graphics card | Intel HD Graphics 5500 |
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Full specifications of Lenovo ThinkPad E E550
| Reference / Part Number | 20DF00F8FR/KIT |
|---|---|
| Release date | April 2017, 9 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Housing material | Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) |
| Market positioning | Business |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1366 x 768 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | HD |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Display surface | Matt |
| Screen shape | Flat |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i3 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i3-5005U |
| Processor frequency | 2 GHz |
| Processor generation | 5th gen Intel® Core™ i3 |
| Processor cores | 2 |
| Processor threads | 4 |
| System bus rate | 5 GT/s |
| Processor cache | 3 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor socket | BGA 1168 |
| Processor lithography | 14 nm |
| Processor operating modes | 32-bit,64-bit |
| Processor series | Intel Core i3-5000 Mobile series |
| Processor codename | Broadwell |
| Bus type | DMI2 |
| Stepping | F0 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 15 W |
| Configurable TDP-down | 10 W |
| Configurable TDP-down frequency | 0,6 GHz |
| Tjunction | 105 °C |
| Maximum number of PCI Express lanes | 12 |
| PCI Express slots version | 2.0 |
| PCI Express configurations | 2x4,4x1 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 4 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 16 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR3L-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 1600 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 1 x 4 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 500 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | HDD |
| Optical drive type | DVD±RW |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| HDD capacity | 500 GB |
| HDD interface | SATA III |
| HDD speed | 7200 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 | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® HD Graphics 5500 |
| On-board graphics card base frequency | 300 MHz |
| On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) | 850 MHz |
| Maximum on-board graphics card memory | 16 GB |
| On-board graphics card DirectX version | 11.2 |
| On-board graphics card ID | 0x1616 |
Audio
| Audio system | Dolby Advanced Audio |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera signal format | 720p |
Network
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 4.0 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 0 |
| 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 |
| DVI port | No |
| VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity | 1 |
| Thunderbolt ports quantity | 0 |
| Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity | 0 |
| Headphone outputs | 0 |
| S/PDIF out port | No |
| Microphone in | No |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| Docking connector | Yes |
| ExpressCard slot | No |
| CardBus PCMCIA slots quantity | 0 |
| CardBus PCMCIA slot type | No |
| SmartCard slot | No |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge | Yes |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge ports | 1 |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel SoC |
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Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | ThinkPad UltraNav |
| Keyboard backlit | No |
| Spill-resistant keyboard | Yes |
| Full-size keyboard | Yes |
| Windows keys | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Pro |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Processor special features
| Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi) | 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 | No |
| Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA) | Yes |
| 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® Insider™ | Yes |
| Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
| Intel® Smart Cache | 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 Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | No |
| Intel® OS Guard | 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 | 40 x 24x 1.3 mm |
| Supported instruction sets | AVX 2.0,SSE4.1,SSE4.2 |
| Processor code | SR27G |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Graphics & IMC lithography | 14 nm |
| 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 Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version | 0.00 |
| Intel Secure Key Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Small Business Advantage (SBA) version | 1.00 |
| Intel TSX-NI version | 0.00 |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
| Intel FDI Technology | Yes |
| Intel Fast Memory Access | Yes |
| Processor ARK ID | 84695 |
| Conflict-Free processor | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 48 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 6 |
| Battery life (max) | 9 h |
Power
| AC adapter frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
|---|---|
| AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | HDD,Power on,Supervisor |
Certificates
| Compliance certificates | RoHS |
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Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | EPEAT Gold,ENERGY STAR |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,35 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 377 mm |
| Depth | 256 mm |
| Height | 27 mm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
|---|---|
| Manual | Yes |
| Power cord included | Yes |
Other features
| LightScribe | No |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory (64-bit) | 16 GB |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lenovo ThinkPad E E550 good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated Intel HD Graphics 5500. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Lenovo ThinkPad E E550 last?
The manufacturer declares up to 9 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Lenovo ThinkPad E E550 like?
It carries a 15.6" 1366x768 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Lenovo ThinkPad E E550 have?
It runs on the Intel Core i3 i3-5005U processor with the Intel HD Graphics 5500 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Lenovo ThinkPad E E550 be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 16 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 4GB).
Which operating system does the Lenovo ThinkPad E E550 come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the Lenovo ThinkPad E E550 have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Lenovo ThinkPad E E550 have a backlit keyboard?
No, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is not backlit.
Does the Lenovo ThinkPad E E550 have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
What material is the Lenovo ThinkPad E E550 made of?
Its housing is made of Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS).
How much does the Lenovo ThinkPad E E550 weigh?
It weighs 2,35 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the Lenovo ThinkPad E E550 released?
Its release date is April 2017, 9 years ago.