Specification Lenovo Legion Y520 80YY00A0MX

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OS: Windows 10 Home

CPU: i5-7300HQ 2.5 GHz

RAM: 8 GB

Display: 15.6 inch

HDD: 1000 GB

SSD: 128 GB

Battery: 45 Wh

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Lenovo Legion Y520 80YY00A0MX 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 SSD 128 GB. Display 15.6 inch, Intel HD Graphics 630 - On-board graphics adapter. The notebook is fueled with a 45 Wh.
Lenovo Legion Y520 80YY00A0MX 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 1060.

Processor Lenovo Legion Y520 80YY00A0MX
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 80YY00A0MX
Operating system installed:	Windows 10 Home
Operating system architecture:	64-bit
Display & Graphics Lenovo Legion Y520 80YY00A0MX
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:	3 GB
Discrete graphics adapter model:	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060
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 80YY00A0MX
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 80YY00A0MX
SSD capacity:	128 GB
HDD capacity:	1000 GB
HDD size:	2.5"
SSD form factor:	M.2
HDD speed:	5400 RPM
Storage media:	HDD SSD
Number of SSDs installed:	1
Number of HDDs installed:	1
Total storage capacity:	1128 GB
Optical drive type:	No
Card reader integrated:	No
Network & Communication Lenovo Legion Y520 80YY00A0MX
3G:	No
4G:	No
Antenna type:	1x1
Bluetooth:	Yes
Bluetooth version:	4.1
Ethernet LAN:	Yes
Wi-Fi:	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Wi-Fi standards:	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Interfaces/Ports Lenovo Legion Y520 80YY00A0MX
HDMI ports quantity:	1
Charging port type:	DC-in jack
Combo headphone/mic port:	Yes
DVI port:	No
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports:	1
Mini DisplayPorts quantity:	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 80YY00A0MX
Keyboard backlit:	Yes
Keyboard backlit colour:	Red
Numeric keypad:	Yes
Pointing device:	Touchpad
Windows keys:	Yes
Audio Lenovo Legion Y520 80YY00A0MX
Audio system:	Dolby Audio
Built-in microphone:	Yes
Speaker power:	2 W
Speakers manufacturer:	Harman Kardon
Built-in Devices Lenovo Legion Y520 80YY00A0MX
Front camera:	Yes
Front camera resolution:	1 MP
Front camera signal format:	720p
Power Lenovo Legion Y520 80YY00A0MX
AC adapter power:	135 W
Security Lenovo Legion Y520 80YY00A0MX
Cable lock slot:	Yes
Cable lock slot type:	Kensington
Fingerprint reader:	No
Password protection:	Yes
Trusted Platform Module (TPM):	No
Design Lenovo Legion Y520 80YY00A0MX
Brand:	Lenovo
Family:	Legion
Model name:	Y520
Part Number:	80YY00A0MX
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:	2018-11-01
Battery Information Lenovo Legion Y520 80YY00A0MX
Battery capacity:	45 Wh
Battery type:	Lithium Polymer (LiPo)
Battery life:	4 h
Number of battery cells:	3

Lenovo Legion Y520 80YY00A0MX Overview

The Lenovo Legion Y520 80YY00A0MX laptop is a powerful gaming machine that offers impressive performance and a sleek design. Equipped with an Intel Core i5-7300HQ processor from the 7th gen Intel Core i5 family, this laptop is capable of handling demanding tasks with ease. The processor has 4 cores and 4 threads, with a base frequency of 2.5 GHz and a boost frequency of 3.5 GHz. It also features a 6 MB cache and a thermal design power of 45 W.

The laptop comes pre-installed with Windows 10 Home, providing a user-friendly operating system for gaming and productivity. The 15.6-inch IPS display has a Full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels, offering sharp and vibrant visuals. The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 discrete graphics adapter with 3 GB of GDDR5 memory delivers smooth gameplay and immersive graphics.

With 8 GB of DDR4 RAM (expandable up to 32 GB) and a combination of a 128 GB SSD and a 1000 GB HDD, the Legion Y520 offers ample storage and fast performance. The backlit keyboard with red lighting enhances the gaming experience, while the Dolby Audio system and Harman Kardon speakers provide rich sound quality.

In terms of connectivity, the laptop features Bluetooth 4.1, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Ethernet LAN, HDMI port, USB Type-A and Type-C ports, and a Mini DisplayPort. The compact and lightweight design makes it easy to carry around, weighing only 2.4 kg.

Pros:
1. Powerful Intel Core i5 processor for fast work.
2. NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 graphics for immersive gaming.
3. Ample storage with SSD and HDD combination.
4. Backlit keyboard with red lighting.
5. Dolby Audio system and Harman Kardon speakers for rich sound quality.
6. Compact and lightweight design for portability.
7. Variety of connectivity options including Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Ethernet LAN.

Cons:
1. Limited battery life of 4 hours.
2. No card reader integrated for additional storage options.
3. No optical drive included for disc-based media.
4. Absence of a fingerprint reader for added security.
5. Limited upgradeability with only 2 SO-DIMM slots for memory expansion.