Specification Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX

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OS: Windows 10 Home

CPU: i5-7300HQ 2.5 GHz

RAM: 8 GB

Display: 15.6 inch

HDD: 1000 GB

Battery: 45 Wh

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Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX notebook runs on Windows 10 Home operating system. The notebook is powered by i5-7300HQ 2.5 GHz , 4 cores , 4 threads processor. It has 8 GB RAM. HDD 1000 GB. Display 15.6 inch, Intel HD Graphics 630 - On-board graphics adapter. The notebook is fueled with a 45 Wh.
Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX laptop upgrade options: Internal memory: 8 GB, maximum internal memory: 32 GB DDR4-SDRAM. The number of memory slots and their employment: 1 x 8 GB. Total number of memory slots: 2x SO-DIMM. Discrete graphics adapter model NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050.

Processor Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX
Processor model:	i5-7300HQ
Processor series:	Intel Core i5-700 Desktop Series
Processor threads:	4
Processor cores:	4
Processor codename:	Kaby Lake
Processor family:	7th gen Intel Core i5
Processor frequency:	2.5 GHz
Processor boost frequency:	3.5 GHz
Processor cache:	6 MB
Thermal Design Power (TDP):	45 W
Software Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX
Operating system installed:	Windows 10 Home
Operating system architecture:	64-bit
Display & Graphics Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX
Panel type:	IPS
Aspect ratio:	16:9
Display brightness:	250 cd/m²
Display diagonal:	15.6 inch
Display resolution:	1920 x 1080 pixels
Display surface:	Matt
HD type:	Full HD
3D:	No
LED backlight:	Yes
Touchscreen:	No
Discrete graphics adapter:	Yes
Discrete graphics adapter memory:	4 GB
Discrete graphics adapter model:	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050
Discrete graphics memory type:	GDDR5
Maximum on-board graphics adapter memory:	64 GB
On-board graphics adapter:	Yes
On-board graphics adapter base frequency:	350 MHz
On-board graphics adapter DirectX version:	12.0
On-board graphics adapter dynamic frequency (max):	1000 MHz
On-board graphics adapter model:	Intel HD Graphics 630
On-board graphics adapter OpenGL:	4.4
Memory Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX
Internal memory:	8 GB
Maximum internal memory:	32 GB
Memory clock speed:	2400 MHz
Memory layout (slots x size):	1 x 8 GB
Memory form factor:	SO-DIMM
Memory slots:	2x SO-DIMM
Internal memory type:	DDR4-SDRAM
Storage Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX
HDD capacity:	1000 GB
HDD size:	2.5"
HDD speed:	5400 RPM
Storage media:	HDD
Number of HDDs installed:	1
Total HDDs capacity:	1000 GB
Total storage capacity:	1000 GB
Optical drive type:	No
Card reader integrated:	Yes
Network & Communication Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX
3G:	No
4G:	No
Antenna type:	1x1
Bluetooth:	Yes
Bluetooth version:	4.1
Ethernet LAN:	Yes
Wi-Fi:	IEEE 802.11ac
Wi-Fi standards:	IEEE 802.11ac
Interfaces/Ports Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX
HDMI ports quantity:	1
Combo headphone/mic port:	Yes
DVI port:	No
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports:	1
USB 2.0:	1
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A:	2
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C:	1
Input Devices Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX
Keyboard backlit:	Yes
Numeric keypad:	Yes
Pointing device:	Touchpad
Windows keys:	Yes
Audio Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX
Audio system:	Dolby Audio
Built-in microphone:	Yes
Number of speakers:	2
Speaker power:	2 W
Speakers manufacturer:	Harman Kardon
Built-in Devices Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX
Front camera:	Yes
Front camera resolution:	1 MP
Front camera signal format:	720p
Power Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX
AC adapter power:	135 W
Security Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX
Cable lock slot:	Yes
Cable lock slot type:	Kensington
Fingerprint reader:	No
Password protection:	Yes
Trusted Platform Module (TPM):	No
Design Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX
Brand:	Lenovo
Family:	Legion
Model name:	Y520
Part Number:	80WK0072AX
Product type:	Notebook
Form factor:	Clamshell
Product colour:	Black
Market positioning:	Gaming
Housing material:	Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), Polycarbonate
Depth:	265 mm
Width:	380 mm
Height:	25.8 mm
Weight:	2.4 kg
Release Date:	2019-02-08
Battery Information Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX
Battery capacity:	45 Wh
Battery type:	Lithium Polymer (LiPo)
Battery life:	4 h
Number of battery cells:	3

Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX Overview

The Lenovo Legion Y520 80WK0072AX laptop is a powerful gaming device that offers high performance and immersive gameplay. Powered by an Intel Core i5-7300HQ processor from the 7th generation of Intel Core i5 family, with four cores and four threads, this laptop delivers smooth and responsive gaming experience. The processor has a base frequency of 2.5 GHz which can be boosted up to 3.5 GHz for demanding tasks. With a Thermal Design Power (TDP) of 45 W, the laptop ensures efficient power management.

Equipped with Windows 10 Home operating system, the Legion Y520 provides a user-friendly interface and access to a wide range of applications. The 15.6-inch IPS display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels delivers crisp and vibrant visuals, making games come to life. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 discrete graphics adapter with 4 GB of GDDR5 memory ensures smooth graphics rendering and enhances gaming performance.

The laptop comes with 8 GB of DDR4-SDRAM memory which can be expanded up to 32 GB for seamless multitasking. The 1000 GB HDD provides ample storage space for games, videos, and other files. The Legion Y520 also features Dolby Audio speakers manufactured by Harman Kardon, providing immersive sound quality for an enhanced gaming experience.

In terms of connectivity, the laptop offers Bluetooth 4.1, IEEE 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Ethernet LAN, HDMI ports, USB 3.0 Type-A and Type-C ports, and a headphone/mic combo port. The backlit keyboard with a numeric keypad and touchpad ensures comfortable typing and navigation. The laptop also features a front camera with 720p resolution for video calls.

Weighing 2.4 kg and measuring 25.8 mm in thickness, the Lenovo Legion Y520 is portable. The black clamshell design with ABS and polycarbonate housing material gives it a sleek and modern look. The laptop is designed for gaming enthusiasts and is positioned in the gaming market segment.

Pros:
1. Powerful Intel Core i5 processor for smooth gaming performance
2. NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 discrete graphics adapter for enhanced graphics
3. Ample storage space with 1000 GB HDD
4. Dolby Audio speakers for immersive sound quality
5. Sleek and portable design for gaming on-the-go

Cons:
1. Limited battery life of 4 hours
2. Lack of Trusted Platform Module for enhanced security features
3. No fingerprint reader for biometric authentication